Self-Reported Learning from Co-Teaching Primary Science Lessons to Peers at University

Authors : Peter HUDSON, Shaun NYKVİST, Michelle MUKHERJEE

Pages : 34-48

Doi:10.22596/erj2016.0102.34.48

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Publication Date : 2016-12-22

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Universities are challenged continuously in reviews to improve teacher education, which includes providing substantial theory-practice connections for undergraduates. This study investigated secondyear preservice teachers’ insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(n=48); self-reported learning as a result of co-teaching primary science to their peers within the university setting. From extended written responses and observations of teaching practice, data indicated learning around the following themes: lesson implementation, content knowledge, teaching strategies, confidence to teach, questioning skills, grade appropriateness of content, time management, and how to critically observe co-teaching. The co-teaching episodes within the university setting were emphasised as a way to build confidence and as development of plausible science lessons for implementation in authentic primary classrooms. Co-teaching primary science to peers scaffolds the development of teaching skills and practices through dual roles as both teachers and student recipients.
Keywords : Praxis, preservice teachers, theory and practice