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Ciccarelli: Psychology_5 (5th Edition)

5th Edition

ISBN:9780134477961

Author:Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White

Publisher:Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White

Chapter1: The Science Of Psychology

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Thirty-five university students interviewed one professor whom they believed to be highly effective in the teaching and learning process. Qualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted, the interviews were taped and transcribed verbatim Standardized, open-ended questions were used Goal was to gain insight into the philosophy that guides teachers in the Trinidad and Tobago education system Each interview lasted approximately 30 minutes. The participants were given the opportunity to verify information generated during the interview sessions. Students conducted the interviews and were trained in asking probing questions. Member checking or respondent validation was used to establish validity. Data analysis consisted of examining, categorizing, and tabulating the evidence Three themes emerged from the study: Getting to know students Teacher as lifelong learner Teacher as role model Most participants believe that getting to know students is important in their teaching They want to make students feel safe and comfortable while fostering creativity and growth Professors see themselves as facilitators of learning and are interested in how students learn The teachers' philosophy: Meet the needs of all students Willing to adjust content to fit the needs of students Accommodates diversity Never has two of the same classes Always makes adjustments because every student is different Believes a teacher can never be too rigid Treats students respectfully Expects students to treat the teacher with respect Maintains a positive teacher/student relationship Sets standards for the class Provides support for students Treats students with high regard Suggests creating a profile of each student with information relating to their background, learning styles, and home environment Keeps in contact with parents Believes in constant reflection Some participants embrace the idea of lifelong learning as an important requirement for successful practice as a teacher Believes that as a teacher, one never stops learning Dedicated teachers always strive to improve their practice/ oneself Attends workshops provided by the Ministry of Education Reads, conducts research, and educates oneself on new technology to keep up with the rapidly changing world Many participants see their role as setting high ethical standards and modeling positive behaviors for students to emulate Teaching is not limited to academics Displays proper habits of dress, regularity, and punctuality Expects students to imitate these characteristics Places great emphasis on respect and manners Believe that a teacher is the most powerful role model Treat everyone with dignity and respect Modeling ethical behavior goes beyond the classroom Cautioned about the way teachers dress, speak, and carry themselves outside the classroom Should be in a manner that befits a teacher Majority of professors believe that getting to know students is important Understanding how students learn in order to cater to their varying needs Adjusting content and re-teaching concepts when necessary Effective teachers are interested in differentiating instruction Creating student profiles to assist in getting to know them better Positive teacher/student relationship based on trust, respect, and caring Effective professors participate in professional development activities Embrace life-long learning as a personal philosophy Effective professors as role models Conscious about the way they dress, speak, and conduct themselves Teacher as an exemplar responsible for passing on the virtues of the past Contrasts with the philosophy of some teachers who believe in searching for evidence and solving real-world problems Only a few participants referred to themselves as pragmatists or realists Beliefs influence educational practices Teachers' perception of their role and teaching methodologies Philosophical beliefs of effective teachers Promotion of lifelong learning Getting to know students Caring and respect for students Majority of participants hold an idealist philosophic position. Results cannot be generalized, but provide a starting point for further conversation. Recommendations Further investigation into philosophies that guide effective teachers Using a mixed-methods approach with a larger sample size Studies to determine the extent of idealist philosophic position among effective professors. 1.Outline the methodological tradition for the study. 2.Explain why this tradition chosen might be appropriate or inappropriate, incorporating a discussion of whether the study is intended to critique, to understand, to change/emancipate or to describe, or whether it is a combination. 3.In-depth discussion of the context and background of the research paradigm. 4.In-depth discussion of the appropriateness of the methodological tradition for the information provided. 5.Critical reflection on strengths and limitations of methodological tradition. 6.Incorporate relevant literature to support the research paradigm chosen in the article. 7.Provide references or website links

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