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Title
Remote classroom modelling: a professional development model for in‑service generalist primary teachers of science
Author(s)
Publication Date
2024
Early Online Version
Abstract
<p>We present a model for Professional Development (PD) for in-service generalist primary teachers of science. The Remote Classroom Modelling (RCM) model is specifcally designed to address salient challenges in the context of professional isolation. We share the principles that supported the design of this PD prototype, and the insights and lessons learned from a pilot of the model. We employed open-ended questionnaires, individual interviews and focus group interviews using a qualitative exploratory study to capture the experiences of teachers and students involved in this trial. Our findings suggest that the model supports primary teachers in developing: (1) their technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge, (2) their leadership, and (3) their resourcefulness in science. Our analysis reveals two important factors underpinning the successful implementation of this model: participant engagement and expert support. We discuss the applicability of this model in different settings and propose an agenda to progress the development of the RCM.</p>
Publication Type
Journal Article
Source of Publication
Australian Educational Researcher, v.51, p. 195-211
Publisher
Springer
Socio-Economic Objective (SEO) 2020
2022-12-17
Place of Publication
The Netherlands
ISSN
2210-5328
0311-6999
Socio-Economic Objective (SEO) 2020
Peer Reviewed
Yes
HERDC Category Description
Peer Reviewed
Yes
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