Download or read book A Case Study of Teachers Perceptions of Collaboration on an Interdisciplinary Team written by Ronald Dean Mersch and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Study of Teachers and Administrators Perceptions of Collaborative Teacher Teams as a Strategy for Professional Development written by Rachel Martin and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract Only a few studies have questioned teachers' perceptions of collaborative professional development work at the elementary level; however there is considerable literature on collaborative teams as a means for professional development. Professional development programs are often diverse in philosophy, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, however the research on high quality professional development seems to support collaboration. The purpose of this study was to examine elementary teachers' perceptions of collaborative professional development teams. Capturing teachers' perspectives on collaborative practices could potentially provide insight to administrators when creating professional development opportunities for teachers. Are collaborative teams seen (1) as a mechanism for promoting teacher growth, (2) a way to improve their own practice, and (3) a way to improve the practice of their team? In addition, does the principals' control of these collaborative teams (4) have any influence on the teachers' perceived value of these teams, and (5) are the perceptions of the teachers and principals comparable in regards to collaborative professional development teams? The study included five elementary schools in a large urban district where there was a strong commitment to professional development. Two of the five schools participated in face-to- face interviews for in-depth conversations and data collection. Teachers and principals were a part of this case study. Through data analysis, the participants reported that collaborative teams were a positive means for professional development as they perceived it. The professional development teams were perceived by teachers as being more successful when: 1) there were opportunities to share in vertical teams, 2) there were structures and adequate time was provided, 3) there was a safe environment, 4) there was trust in colleagues, 5) the work was connected to the goals of the school, and 6) they saw student work improving as a result of their collaborative efforts. In addition, the data revealed that the amount of control that the principal has in creating the collaborative teams does not appear to negatively impact teachers' perceptions of the positive benefits of practice. When teachers felt that their work was purposeful and focused on school goals they were more willing to work in any team configuration that they were assigned to, as this helped them to grow professionally.

Download or read book A Qualitative Case Study of Teachers Perceptions of Professional Learning Through Mandated Collaboration written by Barbara C. Wilt and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Collaborative Teams written by Jennifer Lynne Hayes and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The purpose of this study was to explore teacher perceptions about the collaborative work of their grade level teams, the perceived stage of team development, and to determine how teachers were utilizing their time with their grade level collaborative teams"--Leaf iii. The author conducted a case study in Dallas, Georgia at her elementary school in the Paulding County School District.

Download or read book A Case Study about Teacher Collaboration at School X in St Lucia written by Augusta Charlean Charlery and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Teacher Perceptions of Collaborative Teaching in an Alabama City Public School written by Sharon D. Dean and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Teacher Learning That Matters written by Mary Kooy and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-02-27 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the continuing global call for educational reforms and change, the contributors in this edited collection address the critical issue of teacher learning from diverse national contexts and perspectives. They define "teacher learning that matters" as it shapes and directs pedagogical practices with the goal of improving student learning. This book weaves together major studies, research findings and theoretical orientations to represent a globalized network of inquiries into the what, how and why of teacher learning that shapes teacher skill and knowledge. Teacher learning matters on an international scale because teachers are the portals through which any initiative for change and reform is realized. Recognizing that a highly skilled teaching force is instrumental to improving student achievement adds import to generating interactive dialogue on teacher learning around the globe.

Download or read book Dissertation Abstracts International written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Getting in Collaborative Gear written by Annie Michaelian and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Inside Collaborative Communities written by Pamela Ann Evors and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this qualitative study was to understand teachers' perceptions of the collaborative process and how it affected their classroom practices. The research question was "What are the perceptions held by experienced public elementary-school teachers in a large urban school district in the southeastern United States regarding the collaborative process in their school settings?" The research design used semi-structured, in-depth interviews with a specific group of public elementary-school teachers who had extensive professional development and experience with the collaborative process, either in co-teaching settings or in frequent collaboration with colleagues. Using the process of educational criticism (Eisner, 1998) and Hatch's (2002) typological analysis, interview data were analyzed. Eisner's description and interpretation using educational criticism involved six typologies: (a) multiple views of collaboration, (b) the roles of principals in teacher collaboration, (c) elements necessary for successful collaboration, (d) benefits of collaboration, (e) challenges of collaboration, and (f) the role of collaboration in the development of teachers' personal and professional identity. The evaluation dimension of Eisner's educational criticism focused on three categories based on data from the present study: how teacher collaboration promoted teacher leadership; how teacher collaboration developed teacher identity, and how teacher collaboration influenced student learning. Growth in teacher leadership, and development of teacher identity and student learning were characteristics associated with a strong educational and collaborative environment. Analysis of the data in the present study led to the development of five themes: (a) Teacher collaboration is a complicated process that must be learned; (b) Teacher buy-in leads to successful collaboration with colleagues; (c) Teacher collaboration thrives in a collaborative culture and contributes to the development of such a culture; (d) Teachers need to have certain characteristics to collaborate successfully; and, (e) Collaboration can develop and strengthen teacher identity, improve teaching practices, and increase student learning.

Download or read book The Effect of Collaborative Structures on a School written by David Cameron and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Effects and Impact of Interdisciplinary Teaming on Teacher Practices and Efficacy written by Lisa Depaola and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to explore the effects and impact of interdisciplinary teaming on teacher practices and efficacy. This study revealed the perspectives of eight 7th and 8th grade teachers, who teach one of the core disciplines (English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies) and the school principal by interviewing them for this case study in an Essential Elements School-to-Watch in Nassau County, New York. It included perceptions from the other 7th and 8th grade teachers on interdisciplinary teams through focus groups and observations during team meetings. Document analysis was performed on artifacts that were collected during the observations. Data were triangulated in order to reveal emerging and prevalent themes regarding the perceptions of teachers about interdisciplinary teaming. There is a need to explore effective interdisciplinary teaming and its effect and impact on teaching practices and teacher efficacy in a middle school environment. Proponents suggest that teachers on interdisciplinary teams in middle schools will have a strong sense of belonging and that their teaching practices will be changed and influenced by each other. In addition, teachers and students feel part of this small community team, which will lead to success for both groups. The National Forum, National Association of Middle Schools, and Essential Elements Schools-to-Watch believe that interdisciplinary teaming is a middle school best practice. Therefore, this study explored the impact of different factors that contribute to a successful interdisciplinary team that emerge through the teachers' perceptions regarding practices and efficacy.

Download or read book Interdisciplinary Collaboration written by Sharon J. Derry and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume contains reflections and research on interdisciplinarity by practitioners and various scientists from the various disciplines of cognitive science. This book includes overviews of theory on interdisciplinary research and education, as well as

Download or read book Interprofessional Teamwork for Health and Social Care written by Scott Reeves and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-09 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PROMOTING PARTNERSHIP FOR HEALTH This book forms part of a series entitled Promoting Partnership for Health publishedin association with the UK Centre for the Advancement of Interprofessional Education (CAIPE). The series explores partnership for health from policy, practice and educational perspectives. Whilst strongly advocating the imperative driving collaboration in healthcare, it adopts a pragmatic approach. Far from accepting established ideas and approaches, the series alerts readers to the pitfalls and ways to avoid them. DESCRIPTION Interprofessional Teamwork for Health and Social Care is an invaluable guide for clinicians, academics, managers and policymakers who need to understand, implement and evaluate interprofessional teamwork. It will give them a fuller understanding of how teams function, of the issues relating to the evaluation of teamwork, and of approaches to creating and implementing interventions (e.g. team training, quality improvement initiatives) within health and social care settings. It will also raise awareness of the wide range of theories that can inform interprofessional teamwork. The book is divided into nine chapters. The first 'sets the scene' by outlining some common issues which underpin interprofessional teamwork, while the second discusses current teamwork developments around the globe. Chapter 3 explores a range of team concepts, and Chapter 4 offers a new framework for understanding interprofessional teamwork. The next three chapters discuss how a range of range of social science theories, interventions and evaluation approaches can be employed to advance this field. Chapter 8 presents a synthesis of research into teams the authors have undertaken in Canada, South Africa and the UK, while the final chapter draws together key threads and offers ideas for future of teamwork. The book also provides a range of resources for designing, implementing and evaluating interprofessional teamwork activities.

Download or read book Interdisciplinary Teams and Themes written by Sharlene Moss and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interdisciplinary teams and themes: A grounded theory case study on the humanitas model in urban high school settings Among an array of programs or pathways offered in secondary education, including interdisciplinary programs in STEAM, STEM, and VAPA, the adoption of one particular high school program has focused on teacher practice and curriculum development. The Humanitas model, which originated in the early 1990s, offers a program where students and teachers are put on teams and tracked to follow student academic growth and development of teacher practice. This qualitative, grounded-theory case study aims to explore how collaboration in interdisciplinary programs shapes teacher practice, curriculum, and instruction. This study looks at two high schools that are currently implementing the Humanitas teaching model. Through the interviews of on-site teachers, administrators, and counselors involved in the Humanitas program, this study aims to uncover how participation in this program shapes how teachers do their work. From data analysis, five themes emerged: (a) curriculum ownership, relevance, and academic freedom from the perspective of the participants; (b) teacher perceptions and their identity; (c) the team dynamic within the interdisciplinary Humanitas Model; (d) the professional roles on the team and how to navigate the various emotions, egos, and feelings on that team; and (e) communication with all stakeholders in order to create a balance within the program. Recommendations focus on continuing to research in the field of the Humanitas Model, expanding Humanitas education at more school sites to consider how other schools can promote social justice and adopt dimensions of the Humanitas program, ensuring that there is common planning time in order to have conversations to work on curriculum and instruction for the interdisciplinary-thematic part of program, and promoting team teaching across disciplines for heightened collaboration.

Download or read book Enhancing Communication Collaboration in Interdisciplinary Research written by Michael O'Rourke and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2013-07-02 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enhancing Communication & Collaboration in Interdisciplinary Research, edited by Michael O'Rourke, Stephen Crowley, Sanford D. Eigenbrode, and J. D. Wulfhorst, is a volume of previously unpublished, state-of-the-art chapters on interdisciplinary communication and collaboration written by leading figures and promising junior scholars in the world of interdisciplinary research, education, and administration. Designed to inform both teaching and research, this innovative book covers the spectrum of interdisciplinary activity, offering a timely emphasis on collaborative interdisciplinary work. The book’s four main parts focus on theoretical perspectives, case studies, communication tools, and institutional perspectives, while a final chapter ties together the various strands that emerge in the book and defines trend-lines and future research questions for those conducting work on interdisciplinary communication.

Download or read book Academe Demarcated No More Disciplines and Interdisciplinarity written by Andrzej Wlodarczyk, PhD and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2014-07-31 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this three-year long multiple qualitative case study was to explore and gain an in-depth understanding of the process of collaborative teaching as an alternative method of instruction in higher education. It was my intention to identify distinct stages of the process and depict issues involved in it. Comprehensive synthesis of acquired observations provides pedagogical and curricular insights for students, faculty, administrators, and broader academic community in the context of existing research. The collaborations were conducted by three teams of faculty members teaching in a major research university.