Extending Content-Focused Professional Development through Online Communities of Practice
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| Title: | Extending Content-Focused Professional Development through Online Communities of Practice |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Vavasseur, Cynthia B., MacGregor, S. Kim |
| Source: | Journal of Research on Technology in Education. Sum 2008 40(4):517-536. |
| Availability: | International Society for Technology in Education. 480 Charnelton Street, Eugene, OR 97401-2626. Tel: 800-336-5191; Tel: 541-302-3777; Fax: 541-302-3778; e-mail: iste@iste.org; Web site: http://www.iste.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 20 |
| Publication Date: | 2008 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Middle Schools |
| Descriptors: | Computer Mediated Communication, Self Efficacy, Middle School Teachers, Faculty Development, Teaching Methods, Internet, Group Discussion, Teacher Collaboration, Knowledge Base for Teaching, Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary Approach, Teamwork, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Competencies, Computer Uses in Education, Principals, Administrator Role |
| ISSN: | 1539-1523 |
| Abstract: | This mixed method case study provides insights about how the professional development of middle school teachers is facilitated through their participation in content-focused online communities of practice. A key finding from this research reveals that the online community provided teachers with enhanced opportunities to share ideas, to discuss issues, and to make new connections with colleagues as well as with their principal. In addition, teachers gained curriculum-based knowledge, developed enhanced self-efficacy with respect to implementing technology, and collaborated on the development of interdisciplinary curriculum units. (Contains 5 tables.) |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 57 |
| EIS Cited: | ED544210 |
| Entry Date: | 2009 |
| Access URL: | https://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/JRTE/Issues/Volume_401/Number4Summer2008/Extending_Content_Focused_Professional_D1.htm |
| Accession Number: | EJ826089 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This mixed method case study provides insights about how the professional development of middle school teachers is facilitated through their participation in content-focused online communities of practice. A key finding from this research reveals that the online community provided teachers with enhanced opportunities to share ideas, to discuss issues, and to make new connections with colleagues as well as with their principal. In addition, teachers gained curriculum-based knowledge, developed enhanced self-efficacy with respect to implementing technology, and collaborated on the development of interdisciplinary curriculum units. (Contains 5 tables.) |
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| ISSN: | 1539-1523 |
