School-based studies and supervision in teacher training at the University of Namibia
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Date
2025
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University of Namibia
Abstract
This study aimed to inform the development and revision of practices, as well as
the content and processes, to strengthen teacher education modules to
enhance SBS at UNAM.
A group of lecturers from the School of Education and a researcher from the
Multi-disciplinary Research Services fostered collaboration to collect
quantitative data. This study was funded by UNAM to extend the project
between UNAM and the University of Oulu to strengthen teacher education
through joint research in areas of mutual interest, mobility, and joint
development of online courses/materials. Under this agreement, a component
of the research was undertaken, leaving out the survey aimed at exploring
relevant teacher-education practices.
Description
This study presents the context of the
teaching practicum at UNAM with respect to the perspectives of mentor
teachers, lecturers, and student teachers on the SBS quality. The findings of this
study highlight the views on the empowerment and mentorship of supervisory
teachers in schools, developing a network of SBS schools, collaboration
between the school community and teacher education institutions, and
bridging the gap between theory and practice in teacher education
Keywords
Short training programmes, Interpersonal conflicts, Evaluation processes, Reflective practices and mentorship, Comprehensive development of expertise, School-based studies, Teacher training, University of Namibia, Namibia