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Improving teacher learning: variation in conceptions of learning study

Improving teacher learning: variation in conceptions of learning study PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify teachers’ conceptions of learning study in order to provide the basis for an application of phenomenography/variation theory (PVT) to the improvement of teachers’ learning about learning study.Design/methodology/approachA phenomenographic study based on semi-structured interviews with 18 beginner teachers of business and economics in England taking part in a learning study during their initial teacher education.FindingsThe study identified five conceptions of learning study and five associated critical aspects. Results raise questions about the relationship between the process and instructional design elements of learning study.Originality/valueThe study offers a framework for exploring differences in the quality of learning studies and the relationship between teacher conceptions of learning study and the degree of conceptual change in students in a learning study. It also enables facilitator/researchers to design and manage interventions to develop teacher understanding of learning study that are consistent with the principles of PVT. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png International Journal of Lesson and Learning Studies Emerald Publishing

Improving teacher learning: variation in conceptions of learning study

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Emerald Publishing
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2046-8253
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10.1108/IJLLS-09-2017-0041
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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify teachers’ conceptions of learning study in order to provide the basis for an application of phenomenography/variation theory (PVT) to the improvement of teachers’ learning about learning study.Design/methodology/approachA phenomenographic study based on semi-structured interviews with 18 beginner teachers of business and economics in England taking part in a learning study during their initial teacher education.FindingsThe study identified five conceptions of learning study and five associated critical aspects. Results raise questions about the relationship between the process and instructional design elements of learning study.Originality/valueThe study offers a framework for exploring differences in the quality of learning studies and the relationship between teacher conceptions of learning study and the degree of conceptual change in students in a learning study. It also enables facilitator/researchers to design and manage interventions to develop teacher understanding of learning study that are consistent with the principles of PVT.

Journal

International Journal of Lesson and Learning Studies – Emerald Publishing

Published: Jan 2, 2018

References

  • Variation and commonality in phenomenographic research methods
  • Achieving empathy and engagement: a practical approach to the design, conduct and reporting of phenomenographic research
  • Ensuring validity and reliability in phenomenographic research using the analytical framework of a structure of awareness
  • ‘Learning study’ as a model of collaborative practice in initial teacher education