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Teachers’ beliefs about knowledge and learning: A Singapore perspective
Citation
Jacobson, M. J., So, H, J., Teo, T. K. G., Lee, J., & Pathak, S. A. (2008, June 23-28). Teachers’ beliefs about knowledge and learning: A Singapore perspective [Paper presentation]. 8th International Conference of the Learning Sciences (ICLS) 2008, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Author
Jacobson, Michael J.
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So, Hyo-Jeong
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Teo, Timothy
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Lee, June
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Pathak, Suneeta Anil
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to explore the complex nature of Singapore teachers’ beliefs about knowledge and learning and how these beliefs influence pedagogical practices in their classes. This paper presents findings from a large-scale survey study with 1806 teachers in Singapore. Data revealed that while teachers’ beliefs about pedagogies, knowledge and learning were largely consistent, they also believed and practiced both teacher-centered and learner-centered pedagogies and assessment methods.
Date Issued
June 2008
Description
This paper was presented at the 8th International Conference of the Learning Sciences (ICLS) 2008, held in Utrecht, The Netherlands from 23 - 28 Jun 2008