The Implementation of Continuous Professional Development Program in General Secondary Schools of South Gondar Zone
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2010-06
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
Teachers' CPD is being viewed as a key ingredient in improving teachers' professional
knowledge, skill and attitudes. The main purpose of this study was to assess the
implementation of teachers' CPD program in general secondary schools of 'South
Gondar Zone. To realize this study four basic research questions were asked; the
attitude of teachers, the support given to teachers on how to practice the program, the
effects of implementation CPD program on teachers' daily activity and challenges in
implementing CPD. To address these questions, descriptive survey method was
employed. Three Woredas and three schools were selected by stratified, random and
purposive sampling techniques. From these sample 120 teachers, 15 facilitators, 6
principals, one expert from each WEO, ZEO and REB were selected. Questionnaire and
interview were employed to collect primary data. The analysis of portfolio and training
material were used as secondary data. The quantitative data were first organized,
tabulated and then analyzed using mean and percentage. The qualitative data were
analyzed according to the response and the researcher understands. The result of data
analysis and interpretation indicated that some teachers have negative attitude to
wards the CPD program due to lack of awareness, supports and time; the schools did
not adapt the training module prepared by MoE; the CPD training was not implemented
based on teachers' career structure, there was no responsible body to assess ,make
follow up evaluate and give immediate feedback; and teachers are not offered any
incentives related to CPD implementation. Finally, the study made recommendation.
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Continuous Professional Development Program