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Title: | Exploring teacher educators’ perspectives of play-based learning: a mixed method approach | Authors: | Khalil, Nibal Aljanazrah, Ahmad Hamed, Ghadeer Murtagh, Elaine |
Keywords: | Play - Learning;Play-based learning | Issue Date: | 2022 | Publisher: | Education Sciences | Abstract: | Background: This study examined teacher educators’ perceptions of play-based learning in the context of university-based teacher education programmes in Palestine. Methods: Using a cross-sectional, multi-method design, we explored factors relating to teacher educators’ capability, opportunity and motivation to incorporate play-based learning into their practice. Thirty-six staff from four Palestinian universities completed an online survey and 17 were interviewed. Results: Teacher educators recognise the value of play-based learning and are motivated to apply this pedagogical approach. However, attempts to incorporate play-based learning into their practices is affected by insufficient knowledge and skills to apply play-based learning in practical contexts. Furthermore, social cues, cultural norms and physical challenges currently limit their opportunity to adopt play-based approaches. Conclusion: Our findings highlight that Palestinian teacher educators are motivated to embrace play-based learning as a pedagogical approach and recognise the importance of using play-based learning in educational practices. The findings can inform future professional development programs for teacher educators. | URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11889/8347 | DOI: | 10.3390/educsci12020095 |
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