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Professional Learning Communities as an Approach for Developing Teaching Practicum Applied Study at October 6 University (O6U) |
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PP: 61-90 |
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doi:10.18576/isl/130505
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Author(s) |
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N. A. A. Abdel Kawi,
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Abstract |
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| The aim of this research was to explore the impact of utilizing professional learning communities in improving the performance of female students in field training in the Department of Kindergarten at October 6 University. The researcher employed a descriptive approach, which included theoretical exploration of professional learning communities and field training. A field study was then conducted to identify the challenges faced by students in the Kindergarten Department during field training by administering a questionnaire to 78 students from the third and fourth levels of the Kindergarten Department at the Faculty of Education, October 6 University. Additionally, a questionnaire was applied to the research sample to explore the contributions of professional learning communities in addressing the challenges faced by the students during field training. Furthermore, a qualitative study was carried out using one of the qualitative research tools, namely the Focus Group Discussions, to gather suggestions on how to employ professional learning communities to enhance field training in the Kindergarten Department. The research revealed several challenges related to the student teacher, the cooperating teacher, the kindergarten administration, and the academic supervisor. It also showed the significant role of professional learning communities in addressing challenges directly related to students and supervisors. The research concluded with a proposed model for utilizing professional learning communities to improve field training for students in the Kindergarten Department at the Faculty of Education, October 6 University.
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