A steam model for enhancing teaching methods and professional development for the schools teachers
Xu Zheng
Stamford International University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/pmcs.v7i4.12799
Keywords: teaching method;STEAM; professional development and teachers
Abstract
This researcher aimed to enhance the effective approaches for the teacher development as a meaningful form of professional development (PD). The study involved teachers from the schools collaborative learning initiative designed to support educators in improving classroom instruction and enhancing school performance. This study aims to examine the impact of teachers’ learning as an approach to professional development and to summarize the best practices in teacher development approaches. The objectives are to explore the STEAM teachers teaching method in schools. To find out the relationship between professional development and STEAM teaching methods in schools. Alternative approaches to teacher learning and development have proven effective. This study elaborates on the outcomes of these approaches and provide insights into their current implementation. To develop a STEM teaching model for enhancing teachers’ professional development for the schools’ teachers. According to Creswell, the purpose of mixed method is used for this study for understanding the meanings that groups and individuals have regarding a human or social issue. The ffndings revealed the most effective approaches for professional development and enhancing teachers’ learning include establishing the school as a professional development, implementing teacher-as-learner programs, providing coaching by master teachers, and fostering teacher networks.
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