Advancing Educators' Pedagogical Skills: A Social Media Proficiency Approach in Teacher Education
Surajit Ghosh
, Prof. Dr. Suparna Sanyal Mukherjee , Prof. Dr. Mitali Panda
Social Media Proficiency, Teacher Education, Pedagogical Skills, Educational Technology, Professional Development
In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, the evolving landscape of education demands educators to adapt and enhance their pedagogical skills. This research delves into the transformative potential of social media proficiency in advancing educators' teaching competence, focusing specifically on teacher education. Traditional instructional methods are gradually making way for innovative approaches, and this study investigates how social media proficiency impacts educators' teaching effectiveness. The literature review establishes the significance of social media in education, emphasizing collaborative learning, knowledge sharing, and community building. Recognizing social media proficiency as crucial for professional development, the review highlights its positive correlation with pedagogical innovation. While acknowledging the benefits, challenges such as digital literacy gaps and privacy concerns are also explored, laying the groundwork for the empirical investigation. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach, the research explores educators' lived experiences with social media proficiency. Through interviews and focus group discussions, participants, representing diverse academic levels and subject areas, share insights into collaboration, continuous professional development, and pedagogical innovation facilitated by social media. Challenges, including digital literacy gaps and privacy concerns, are acknowledged as integral aspects of integration. Themes such as enhanced collaboration, continuous professional development, and pedagogical innovation emerge from the findings. Proficient educators employ strategies like establishing Professional Learning Networks (PLNs) and promoting reflective practice. Practical recommendations include structured professional development programs and guidelines for privacy-conscious social media use. The study's implications for teacher education underscore the transformative potential of social media proficiency, necessitating a reevaluation of training programs. The discussion delves into key themes, strategies, practical recommendations, and implications, providing a comprehensive exploration of social media's role in teacher education. Future directions for research and the study's broader contributions to the discourse on technology-enhanced pedagogy are also discussed. In conclusion, this research serves as a catalyst for positive change within teacher education frameworks, advocating for adaptability and informed integration of social media. The hope is that the insights garnered will inspire further research, inform curriculum development, and contribute to the creation of vibrant and effective learning environments in the ever-evolving landscape of education.
"Advancing Educators' Pedagogical Skills: A Social Media Proficiency Approach in Teacher Education", TIJER - TIJER - INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH JOURNAL (www.TIJER.org), ISSN:2349-9249, Vol.11, Issue 2, page no.a791-a797, February-2024, Available :https://tijer.org/TIJER/papers/TIJER2402101.pdf
Volume 11
Issue 2,
February-2024
Pages : a791-a797
Paper Reg. ID: TIJER_151365
Published Paper Id: TIJER2402101
Downloads: 000277
Research Area: Science and Technology
Country: -, -, India
ISSN: 2349-9249 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.57 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2014
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