Affective Teaching and Teacher Quality: Insights from Malaysian Primary Language Arts Classrooms

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Title: Affective Teaching and Teacher Quality: Insights from Malaysian Primary Language Arts Classrooms
Language: English
Authors: Flora Crispina Nathan, Dorothy Dewitt, Lim Jia Wei
Source: Malaysian Online Journal of Educational Sciences. 2025 13(4):29-41.
Availability: University of Malaya Faculty of Education. Kuala Lumpur 50603 Malaysia. Web site: https://mojes.um.edu.my/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
Grade 4
Intermediate Grades
Grade 5
Middle Schools
Grade 6
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Affective Behavior, Emotional Response, Teaching Methods, Teacher Effectiveness, Elementary School Teachers, Language Arts, Literature, Learner Engagement, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Language Teachers, Teacher Student Relationship, Experienced Teachers, Educational Environment, Inclusion, Teacher Attitudes, Beliefs
Geographic Terms: Malaysia
ISSN: 2289-3024
Abstract: This qualitative case study explores how teachers implement emotionally responsive teaching strategies across various literary genres, including poems, short stories, and graphic novels. Through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, field notes, and member validation, the research investigates how six experienced teachers foster emotional engagement and meaningful student connections in the language classroom. The findings reveal that teachers employed diverse, genre-specific strategies that encouraged student reflection, empathy, and expressive participation. From promoting independent learning and cultural immersion to integrating visual and hands-on activities, these approaches contributed to emotionally rich classroom environments where students felt valued and understood. The study highlights how emotionally attuned teaching practices can enhance students' personal development, classroom engagement, and connection to literature. It concludes by emphasizing the role of teacher responsiveness and reflective practice in fostering supportive and inclusive learning environments that nurture both academic and emotional growth.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1493027
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This qualitative case study explores how teachers implement emotionally responsive teaching strategies across various literary genres, including poems, short stories, and graphic novels. Through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, field notes, and member validation, the research investigates how six experienced teachers foster emotional engagement and meaningful student connections in the language classroom. The findings reveal that teachers employed diverse, genre-specific strategies that encouraged student reflection, empathy, and expressive participation. From promoting independent learning and cultural immersion to integrating visual and hands-on activities, these approaches contributed to emotionally rich classroom environments where students felt valued and understood. The study highlights how emotionally attuned teaching practices can enhance students' personal development, classroom engagement, and connection to literature. It concludes by emphasizing the role of teacher responsiveness and reflective practice in fostering supportive and inclusive learning environments that nurture both academic and emotional growth.
ISSN:2289-3024