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标题：Parents’ perspectives on the need for professional development for early childhood teachers in Botswana
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作者：Kabita Bose Lois. R. Mberengwa Pedzani Perci Monyatsi
期刊名称：Nurture
印刷版ISSN：1994-1625
电子版ISSN：1994-1633
出版年度：2012
卷号：6
期号：1
出版社：Pakistan Home Economics Association
摘要：This study investigated parents’ perspectives regarding the necessity of a Professional Development programme for Early Childhood Development (ECD) teachers in Botswana. A quantitative survey research design was used. The sample size was 452 parents from various districts in Botswana. A questionnaire consisting of both closed and open-ended items was used to collect data which captured the parents’ views on a Professional Development programme for ECD teachers. The data were analyzed using SPSS Version 17 and presented using tables, graphs, cross-tabulations, chi- square test and binomial test and descriptive. The findings of the study show that the parents suggested a Professional Development programme for the ECD teachers that inculcates child care and communication skills, creation of appropriate teaching/learning environment, classroom management, professionalism, curriculum development and evaluation. The study recommended that clear policy is needed regarding basic qualifications and competencies of ECD teachers. A professional development programme which embraces all the key skills needed by ECD teachers is also recommended.
关键词：Early Childhood Development; Professional Development; Teaching Skills and Competencies; Parents’ ;Perspectives; Botswana