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Self-Study: Elicit and Use Evidence of Student Thinking and Pose Purposeful Questions

Year 2025, Volume: 6 Issue: 3, 247 - 261, 25.12.2025
https://doi.org/10.69918/ejte.1771150

Abstract

With a focus on self-study, this research aims to provide insights for both teacher educators (TEs) and preservice teachers (PSTs). The theoretical framework relies on the interplay of knowledge of content and students (KCS) and knowledge of content and teaching (KCT). In this study, the term students refers specifically to PSTs enrolled in an elementary mathematics education course in an university. The study involves the examination of a Teaching and Learning Elementary School Mathematics class, a hybrid course with both in-person and Zoom components. Eight PSTs majoring in elementary education participate in the study. The research questions center on how much the instructor notices and utilizes evidence of PSTs’ thinking and how purposeful questions are posed to encourage student thinking. Professional interest lies in enhancing teaching skills, particularly in terms of KCS, acknowledging the diversity of student problem-solving approaches, and effectively scaffolding learning. The study's design includes the collection of data from a specific class session, the involvement of a critical friend for immediate feedback, and a careful analysis of teaching practices against established goals. The self-study concludes with reflections on the importance of meticulous self-study design, the need for focused improvement over time, and the realization that adjusting the pace of instruction can positively impact student engagement and interaction.

Ethical Statement

Ethics Declaration: This study is a self-study in which the primary researcher is the sole participant. As the research focuses on the researcher's own practice and does not involve any other human subjects or their identifiable data, it does not fall under the purview of an Institutional Review Board (IRB) and does not require ethics committee approval. All principles of ethical research, including honesty and integrity in data collection and analysis, were followed. No actions contrary to academic and scientific ethics, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or misrepresentation, were carried out.

References

  • Arbaugh, F., Graysay, D., Konuk, N., & Freeburn B. (2019). The three-minute-rehearsal cycle of enactment and investigation: Preservice secondary mathematics teachers learning to elicit and use evidence of student thinking. Mathematics Teacher Educator, 8(1), 22-48. https://doi-org.proxyiub.uits.iu.edu/10.5951/mathteaceduc.8.1.0022
  • Ball, D. L., Thames, M. H., & Phelps, G. (2008). Content knowledge for teaching: What makes it special? Journal of Teacher Education, 59(5), 389–407. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022487108324554
  • Cole, C., Hinchcliff, E., & Carling, R. (2022). Reflection as teachers: Our critical developments. Frontiers in Education, 7, Article 1037280. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2022.1037280
  • Cook, L. A. (1994). Critical incidents in teaching: Developing professional judgement. Routledge, 407–409. Dupree, L. L., & Vanlngen, S. (2016). Plan to pose purposeful questions. Dimensions in Mathematics, 36(1), 19-25.
  • Jacobs, V. R., Lamb, L. L., & Philipp, R. A. (2010). Professional noticing of children's mathematical thinking. Journal for research in mathematics education, 41(2), 169-202.
  • Kitchen, J., & Berry, A. (2023). Improving teacher education through the self-study of practice. Studying Teacher Education, 19(1), 1-4.
  • Loughran, J. J. (2004). A history and context of self study of teaching and teacher education practices. In J. J. Loughran, M. L. Hamilton, V. K. LaBoskey, & T. Russell (Eds.), International handbook of self study of teaching and teacher education practices (pp. 7–39). Springer.
  • Suphasri, P., & Chinokul, S. (2021). Reflective practice in teacher education: Issues, challenges, and considerations. Pasaa, 62(1), 236-264.
  • The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics [NCTM]. (2014). Principles to actions: Ensuring mathematical success for all (pp. 7-58). The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.

Kendi Kendine Çalışma: Öğrenci Düşüncesinin Kanıtlarını Ortaya Çıkarın ve Kullanın ve Amaçlı Sorular Sorun

Year 2025, Volume: 6 Issue: 3, 247 - 261, 25.12.2025
https://doi.org/10.69918/ejte.1771150

Abstract

Öz çalışmaya odaklanan bu araştırma, hem öğretmen eğitimcileri (TE'ler) hem de hizmet öncesi öğretmenler (PST'ler) için içgörüler sağlamayı amaçlamaktadır. Teorik çerçeve, içerik ve öğrenci bilgisi (BCS) ile içerik ve öğretim bilgisi (KCT) arasındaki etkileşime dayanmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, öğrenciler terimi özellikle bir üniversitede ilköğretim matematik eğitimi dersine kayıtlı PST'leri ifade etmektedir. Çalışma, hem yüz yüze hem de Zoom bileşenlerinden oluşan karma bir ders olan İlkokul Matematik Öğretimi ve Öğrenmesi dersinin incelenmesini içermektedir. Çalışmaya ilköğretim alanında uzmanlaşan sekiz PST katılmaktadır. Araştırma soruları, eğitmenin PST'lerin düşünme kanıtlarını ne kadar fark ettiği ve kullandığı ve öğrenci düşünmesini teşvik etmek için amaçlı soruların ne kadar sorulduğu üzerine odaklanmaktadır. Mesleki ilgi, özellikle BCS açısından öğretim becerilerini geliştirmek, öğrenci problem çözme yaklaşımlarının çeşitliliğini kabul etmek ve öğrenmeyi etkili bir şekilde desteklemektir. Çalışmanın tasarımı, belirli bir ders oturumundan veri toplanmasını, anında geri bildirim için eleştirel bir arkadaşın katılımını ve öğretim uygulamalarının belirlenen hedeflere göre dikkatli bir şekilde analiz edilmesini içerir. Öz çalışma, titiz bir öz çalışma tasarımının önemi, zaman içinde odaklı iyileştirme ihtiyacı ve öğretim hızını ayarlamanın öğrenci katılımını ve etkileşimini olumlu yönde etkileyebileceği gerçeği üzerine düşüncelerle sona erer.

Ethical Statement

Etik Beyanı: Bu çalışma, birincil araştırmacının tek katılımcı olduğu bir öz-çalışmadır. Araştırma, araştırmacının kendi pratiğine odaklandığı ve başka insan denekleri veya onların tanımlanabilir verilerini içermediği için, Kurumsal İnceleme Kurulu (IRB) kapsamına girmez ve etik kurul onayı gerektirmez. Veri toplama ve analizinde dürüstlük ve bütünlük de dahil olmak üzere etik araştırmanın tüm ilkelerine uyulmuştur. İntihal, veri uydurma veya yanlış beyan gibi akademik ve bilimsel etiğe aykırı hiçbir eylem gerçekleştirilmemiştir.

References

  • Arbaugh, F., Graysay, D., Konuk, N., & Freeburn B. (2019). The three-minute-rehearsal cycle of enactment and investigation: Preservice secondary mathematics teachers learning to elicit and use evidence of student thinking. Mathematics Teacher Educator, 8(1), 22-48. https://doi-org.proxyiub.uits.iu.edu/10.5951/mathteaceduc.8.1.0022
  • Ball, D. L., Thames, M. H., & Phelps, G. (2008). Content knowledge for teaching: What makes it special? Journal of Teacher Education, 59(5), 389–407. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022487108324554
  • Cole, C., Hinchcliff, E., & Carling, R. (2022). Reflection as teachers: Our critical developments. Frontiers in Education, 7, Article 1037280. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2022.1037280
  • Cook, L. A. (1994). Critical incidents in teaching: Developing professional judgement. Routledge, 407–409. Dupree, L. L., & Vanlngen, S. (2016). Plan to pose purposeful questions. Dimensions in Mathematics, 36(1), 19-25.
  • Jacobs, V. R., Lamb, L. L., & Philipp, R. A. (2010). Professional noticing of children's mathematical thinking. Journal for research in mathematics education, 41(2), 169-202.
  • Kitchen, J., & Berry, A. (2023). Improving teacher education through the self-study of practice. Studying Teacher Education, 19(1), 1-4.
  • Loughran, J. J. (2004). A history and context of self study of teaching and teacher education practices. In J. J. Loughran, M. L. Hamilton, V. K. LaBoskey, & T. Russell (Eds.), International handbook of self study of teaching and teacher education practices (pp. 7–39). Springer.
  • Suphasri, P., & Chinokul, S. (2021). Reflective practice in teacher education: Issues, challenges, and considerations. Pasaa, 62(1), 236-264.
  • The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics [NCTM]. (2014). Principles to actions: Ensuring mathematical success for all (pp. 7-58). The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
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Primary Language English
Subjects Mathematics Education
Journal Section Teaching Practice
Authors

Hyunjeong Lee 0009-0007-2441-3175

Submission Date August 23, 2025
Acceptance Date October 26, 2025
Publication Date December 25, 2025
Published in Issue Year 2025 Volume: 6 Issue: 3

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APA Lee, H. (2025). Self-Study: Elicit and Use Evidence of Student Thinking and Pose Purposeful Questions. Eurasian Journal of Teacher Education, 6(3), 247-261. https://doi.org/10.69918/ejte.1771150

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