Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China

This qualitative study examines effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens, focusing on a case study in Shanxi, China. Utilizing data from interviews and observations, the research explores the characteristics and determinants of these programs. Findings highlight k...

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Main Authors: Bingjie, Wei, Abdullah, Arnida, Saharuddin, Norzihani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Human Resources Management Academic Research Society (HRMARS) 2024
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119804/
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description This qualitative study examines effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens, focusing on a case study in Shanxi, China. Utilizing data from interviews and observations, the research explores the characteristics and determinants of these programs. Findings highlight key elements contributing to program efficacy, including curriculum design, implementation strategies, and teacher perspectives. Despite their significance, challenges such as resource constraints and institutional support are also identified. The study underscores the importance of tailored professional development initiatives in enhancing educational outcomes within private kindergarten settings.
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spelling upm-1198042025-09-10T08:26:23Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119804/ Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China Bingjie, Wei Abdullah, Arnida Saharuddin, Norzihani This qualitative study examines effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens, focusing on a case study in Shanxi, China. Utilizing data from interviews and observations, the research explores the characteristics and determinants of these programs. Findings highlight key elements contributing to program efficacy, including curriculum design, implementation strategies, and teacher perspectives. Despite their significance, challenges such as resource constraints and institutional support are also identified. The study underscores the importance of tailored professional development initiatives in enhancing educational outcomes within private kindergarten settings. Human Resources Management Academic Research Society (HRMARS) 2024 Article PeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119804/1/119804.pdf Bingjie, Wei and Abdullah, Arnida and Saharuddin, Norzihani (2024) Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14 (7). pp. 2234-2247. ISSN 2222-6990 https://hrmars.com/papers_submitted/22115/exploring-effective-teacher-professional-development-programs-in-private-kindergartens-a-case-study-in-shanxi-china.pdf 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/22115
spellingShingle Bingjie, Wei
Abdullah, Arnida
Saharuddin, Norzihani
Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China
title Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China
title_full Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China
title_fullStr Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China
title_full_unstemmed Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China
title_short Exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in Shanxi, China
title_sort exploring effective teacher professional development programs in private kindergartens: a case study in shanxi, china
url http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119804/
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