Impact of action research courses on professional skills of high school teachers

Document Type : Scientific - Research

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Islamic Azad University, North Tehran Branch

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The present study examined the effects of Action Research courses on professional skills of teachers in academic year 1386 – 1387 in Tehran. A randomly selected sample of 244 teachers participated in action research courses during 1383-86. Data were collected using a researcher- made questionnaire based on a five-point Likert scale. Results showed that the effects of action research courses were significant on educational skills (M=85/4) and instructional skills (M=84/6). Significant difference was found between teachers with 10-20 years experience and others. Finally teachers with basic sciences background found the courses more effective compared to other participants.

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