scholarly journals The role of Scientific Societies in professional development: training programs of the Italian Society of Emergency and Trauma Surgery (SICUT)

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 148-153
Author(s):  
Franco Stagnitti ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Trauma Surgery ◽  
Italian Society ◽  
Scientific Societies ◽  
Professional Development Training

Preparing Teachers for Inclusive Education in Botswana: The Role of Professional Development

2015 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boitumelo Mangope ◽  
Sourav Mukhopadhyay
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Development Programs ◽  
Special Educational Needs ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Teachers Beliefs ◽  
Professional Development Training

Abstract The continuing professional development of teachers is crucial for implementation of inclusive education and improving the quality of educational service delivery of all learners. The purpose of this preliminary study was to explore teachers' beliefs about professional development for inclusive education in two primary and two secondary schools in two educational administrative regions of Botswana. A mixed method research design was utilized to measure teachers' beliefs, current practices of professional development, training needs as well as modes of professional development programs to implement inclusive education. A three part, 25 item self - administered questionnaire was specially designed for this study. It was administered to all participants (N=86) who participated in a three-day workshop on inclusive education. In addition 12 teachers who had had experience in teaching learners with Special Educational Needs (SENs) were purposively selected for a follow-up one-on-one in-depth interview. Both quantitative and qualitative data were triangulated to write this report. Findings of the research suggest that although participants realized the importance of professional development for the implementation of inclusive education, they were of the opinion that ‘one-time workshops’ alone was not effective to change classroom practices. They highlighted the importance of ‘change processes’ therefore recommended ‘in-house mentorship’.

Activating the role of Educational Scientific Societies In Saudi Arabia and Jordan: A Comparative Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 197-212
Author(s):  
Saud Alrwaili
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Scientific Societies ◽  
Qualitative Approaches

The present study attempts to identify the functioning of educational societies in Saudi Arabia and Jordan and the challenges being faced by them in functioning. Quantitative and qualitative approaches were utilized in the study for analysing the results. The study concluded that there was a convergence of the reality of educational societies in Saudi Arabia and Jordan. However, there were deficiencies in the development of specialization, professional development, and community service. Additionally, there was a set of challenges that hindered those in charge of societies from properly carrying out their roles. Further individuals were found to lack awareness about the importance of scientific societies.

scholarly journals An In-depth Analysis of Peers and Mentors’ Feedback during Teaching Practicum

2019 ◽  
Vol IV (III) ◽  
pp. 241-249
Author(s):  
Tahira Kalsoom ◽  
Fakhra Aziz ◽  
Sadaf Jabeen
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Public Universities ◽  
Teaching Practice ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Teaching Practicum ◽  
Effective Feedback ◽  
Depth Analysis ◽  
Lahore City

It is very essential to provide quality and effective feedback to the prospective teachers during practicum to provide information about their teaching strengths and weaknesses. Provision of feedback helps them to remove their mistakes and improve their teaching practice. The aim of this study was to examine the role of peer’s and mentor’s feedback on the performance of prospective teachers during practicum. 6 prospective teachers and 3 mentors were interviewed by the researcher. The whole data was collected from 3 public universities of Lahore city. Findings of this study revealed that peer’s and mentor’s feedback plays an important role in their learning and professional development during practicum. This study suggests that universities should conduct some training programs, seminar and workshops for prospective teachers and their mentors to provide awareness about the role of peer’s and mentor’s.

scholarly journals Will Medical Technology Deskill Doctors?

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 130 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jingyan Lu
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Technology ◽  
Clinical Evidence ◽  
Relative Role ◽  
Clinical Knowledge ◽  
Professional Development Training ◽  
The Impact

<p class="apa">This paper discusses the impact of medical technology on health care in light of the fact that doctors are becoming more reliant on technology for obtaining patient information, making diagnoses and in carrying out treatments. Evidence has shown that technology can negatively affect doctor-patient communications, physical examination skills, and development of clinical knowledge. We propose three possible approaches to medical education and professional development to assist human doctors in acquiring a better understanding of the relative role of technology. The approaches include providing undergraduate and professional development training on using medical technology, helping students recognize the importance of clinical evidence, and helping doctors establish autonomy while interfacing with medical technology.</p>

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