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Engaging student teachers in an online teaching pedagogies module during COVID-19

Rami, Justin ORCID: 0000-0002-2222-9995, O'Kelly, Jane and Tiernan, Peter (2021) Engaging student teachers in an online teaching pedagogies module during COVID-19. International Journal of Higher Education, 10 (7). pp. 62-73. ISSN 1927-6052

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Abstract

COVID 19 represented a major challenge for many educators, with teachers needing to pivot rapidly to using online learning tools in order to stay connected with their students. This was particularly relevant for teachers in the process of completing their Initial Teacher Education (ITE), whose programmes of study did not include online teaching components. The objective of this study was to develop and evaluate a module for teaching in online and blended learning environments for 244 post-primary teachers in ITE. This study begins by examining the impact of COVID-19 and the resulting pivot to online learning, this includes an overview of the challenges associated with online teaching. Next, the authors explain the module in detail, outlining the tools, strategies and activities provided for student teachers. This included peer-evaluated online micro-teaching components - which formed a major part of the learning. Data collection involved a questionnaire which gathered student teachers‟ perceptions of the module and its approaches, the impact it had on their ability to teach during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the knowledge and skills useful for future practice. Findings suggested that the implementation of the developed module was successful in preparing student teachers to teach online, providing them with the tools and confidence necessary for success. Improvements suggested the development of differentiated pathways for student teachers who are more experienced with online teaching.

Item Type:Article (Published)
Refereed:Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:online teaching; initial teacher education; student teachers
Subjects:Social Sciences > Adult education
Social Sciences > Education
Social Sciences > Teaching
DCU Faculties and Centres:DCU Faculties and Schools > Institute of Education > School of Policy & Practice
DCU Faculties and Schools > Institute of Education > School of STEM Education, Innovation, & Global Studies
Publisher:Sciedu Press
Official URL:https://dx.doi.org/10.5430/ijhe.v10n7p62
Copyright Information:© 2021 The Authors. Open Access. (CC-BY-4.0)
ID Code:26069
Deposited On:20 Jul 2021 14:31 by Justin Rami . Last Modified 20 Jul 2021 14:31

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