Examination of the Views of Sophomore Pre-Service Mathematics Teachers on the Qualifications of A Good Mathematics Teacher
Journal Title: International e-journal of Educational Studies - Year 2017, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
The present study aims to investigate the qualifications of a good mathematics teacher according to sophomore pre-service mathematics teachers. In the study, one of the qualitative research methods, the case study technique was selected because the study aimed to investigate the knowledge of pre-service teachers in depth. The study group included 66 pre-service math teachers, 48 females and 18 males. The data obtained with structured interviews conducted with pre-service teachers were analyzed with content analysis. After the analysis, the data were grouped under specific themes to determine the sub-dimensions of the data. According to the sophomore pre-service mathematics teachers, ideal mathematics teachers should demonstrate the students that mathematics is intertwined with daily life and know how to transfer the knowledge in addition to being knowledgeable in the field. Furthermore, they stated that teachers should be role models and act as guides for students both in the school and out of the school. Furthermore, they should overcome the negative prejudice against mathematics, use a fluent and comprehensible language when instructing the class and instruct the class by recognizing the individual differences. It was stated that teachers with these qualities would instruct their classes better and prepare students for the future better.
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Ebru KÜKEY, Recep ASLANER
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