Implementing a technology-supported model for cross-organisational learning and knowledge building for teachers |
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Authors: | Kairit Tammets Kai Pata Mart Laanpere |
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Institution: | Institute of Informatics, Tallinn University , Tallinn, Estonia |
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Abstract: | This study proposed using the elaborated learning and knowledge building model (LKB model) derived from Nonaka and Takeuchi’s knowledge management model for supporting cross-organisational teacher development in the temporarily extended organisations composed of universities and schools. It investigated the main LKB model components in the context of teachers’ professional development; the kind of technological barriers to be overcome in order to implement such a model; and what the application scenarios of an LKB model are. Four groups of stakeholders, altogether 10 persons, were interviewed for the study. Data were analysed using a qualitative framework analysis method. The main findings of the study exposed the following difficulties in applying an LKB model for extended organisations for teacher development: teachers’ sense of identity, technical issues and organisational barriers. Several scenarios were proposed for the use of technology to facilitate the LKB model in the teacher development context using the e-portfolio and social learning resources repository. |
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Keywords: | teacher education professional development portfolio-based learning environment pre-service studies |
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