ERIC Number: EJ1232797
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
Pages: 17
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ISSN: EISSN-1562-0506
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A Case Study on the Perceptions of Professional Development Unit Members at an EFL Program
Peker, Hilal; Özkaynak, Onur; Arslan, Zeynep; Tunç, Hilal
International Journal of Curriculum and Instruction, v11 n2 p238-254 2019
Prior research focusing on teacher training indicated that professional development is considered as a continuous process, and trainings are essential for teacher development. In this qualitative case study, researchers examined the perceptions of professional development unit (PDU) members regarding the training sessions they offered at a foundation university in Turkey. After ethical committee permissions were obtained, the data were collected through semi-structured interview questions besides note taking during the interviews. There were five PDU members as participants. Content analysis was utilized after all the notes and transcriptions were brought together. To carry out the content analysis, the researchers employed a modified van Kaam method as defined by Moustakas (1994). Thematically analyzed data indicated three main findings: continuous professional development, good rapport, and motivation. These themes are discussed as reflected by the participants and implications are provided for future professional development series.
Descriptors: Faculty Development, English Teachers, English (Second Language), Teacher Attitudes, College Faculty, Foreign Countries, Teacher Motivation, Professional Continuing Education, Educational Quality, Females, Teacher Collaboration, Teacher Student Relationship, Private Colleges
World Council for Curriculum and Instruction. California School of Education, Alliant International University, 10455 Pomerado Road, San Diego, CA 92131. Web site: http://ijci.wcci-international.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey (Ankara)
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