A case study for Teacher's involvement in students' learning behaviour at school level

by Rajesh Kumar*, Dr. Anant Jha,

- Published in Journal of Advances and Scholarly Researches in Allied Education, E-ISSN: 2230-7540

Volume 19, Issue No. 6, Dec 2022, Pages 308 - 312 (5)

Published by: Ignited Minds Journals


ABSTRACT

Teachers give their students a leg up in life. The modern students' lives are greatly impacted by them, and they contribute much to their success. What kind of degree do schools often look for in prospective teachers? In his contacts with the pupils, what do you think are his most salient qualities? How significant is this educator's influence on their students? It's common knowledge that a career in teaching isn't easy, and that teachers face many challenges. Differentiating characteristics of excellent individuals from average ones are many. This is also true when discussing educators. In terms of ethics and professionalism, the applicants should look up to the instructors. At that point, we will know whether or not the pupils are really picking up on the lessons presented by the teacher's modelled actions. Hence, this study went through the case study to examine the real influence of teachers’ efficacy on students learning.

KEYWORD

teacher's involvement, students' learning behaviour, school level, degree, prospective teachers, salient qualities, educator's influence, career in teaching, challenges, ethics and professionalism, applicants, instructors, lessons, modelled actions, teachers' efficacy, real influence, students learning

INTRODUCTION

It can't be denied how much of an influence a teacher has on their students. In addition to being the nation's future, today's youth are entrusted with making significant contributions to society in a wide range of professions. Why do you think they bother to achieve something worthwhile with their lives? Who, if not parents, should be credited for raising children and teens who will one day be respected members of society? There goes the teacher in front of the classroom! Educators lay the groundwork for a better future for their kids. They make a big difference in the lives of today's students and help them succeed. Can you tell me about the educational requirements for a career in teaching? What are the most important attributes of his that he displays in his interactions with the students? How much of an impact does this teacher make on the lives of their pupils? It's no secret that being a teacher isn't a walk in the park; educators encounter a variety of obstacles during their careers. There are a number of distinguishing features that set great people apart from the others. In the case of teachers, this is also true. The candidates need to look forward to the teachers as role models in terms of professionalism and morality. Then and only then can we see whether the students are really learning from their teacher's modelled behaviour. Historically, empirical studies of the education production function have looked at how teachers and their personal attributes affect their pupils' test scores. But a large body of data demonstrates that learning is multidimensional, with many elements other than a student's basic academic knowledge as major contributors to both short-term and long-term success. Despite the significance of a solid intellectual foundation, this is not always the case. 1 Psychologists, for instance, have shown that a person's emotions and personality features affect one's thought quality and one's ability to learn. Research that follows individuals over time demonstrates that measures of self-control, emotional stability, persistence, and drive in childhood have a strong predictive influence on health and labour market results in adulthood. Indeed, studies have shown that some mindsets and actions are greater predictors of future success than standardised exam results. These findings are consistent with decades of research into the nature of education, which has led to a multi-dimensional description of the educational process. Exemplary educators are seen as having the ability to not just improve their students' performance on standardised exams, but also to manage classroom behaviours, provide correct curriculum, encourage critical thinking, and contribute to their students' social and emotional growth. For the purpose of testing this theory with observation as a means of identifying unique facets of teaching practise. Many of these facets of education are intended to help students develop in ways beyond their academic abilities. This includes teachers' connections with students, classroom organisation, and a concentration on critical thinking within particular curricular areas. Research on teachers' effects on their pupils' performance is the second area of inquiry. Educator influences is another name for this area of study. As with standardised test scores, these studies show that teachers vary considerably in their ability to shape their pupils' social and emotional growth, as well as in the kinds of behaviours they encourage or discourage. Furthermore, test results alone are not adequate to establish a teacher's overall performance in the classroom due to the weak to moderate correlations between the influences of instructors on different student outcomes. Our study is among the first to combine these two fields of study, which have developed independently until now. By operating at the crossroads of these schools of thought, we want to (1) shed light on the "black box" of teacher impacts and (2) protect the integrity of our studies as much as possible. For this purpose, we will examine whether or not certain pedagogical strategies are useful in predicting students' beliefs and actions. Teaching effects relate to the correlation between good instruction and improved student performance.

RESEARCH OBJECTIVE

1. To examine the degree of instructors influence the attitudes and actions of pupils while they are in the classroom. 2. To assess the instructors involvement who are successful at improving students' test scores also tend to be successful at encouraging students to adopt good attitudes and behaviour in the classroom

METHODOLOGY

Primary method case study method is adopted to analyse the degree of instructors influence the attitudes and actions of pupils while they are in the classroom.

LITERATURE REVIEW

Furthermore, a teacher's own views may inspire them and have an impact on how they interact with pupils, even the most difficult ones. Respect for individual values is important to "what it takes to be a good teacher and how pupils ought to behave," as Parajes (as quoted in Ng et al., 2010) put it. Educators use a variety of methods to rein in students who cause disruptions in the classroom. The education sector as a whole agrees that instructors should prioritise classroom behaviour management in order to improve student learning. Quartet: (Lewis, Romi, Qui, and Katz) physical punishment, sending children to the principal's office, or having them phone their parents instead of staying in class all prevent students from getting the most out of their education. As part of the literature study, we will also look at different approaches to handling disruptive students in the classroom. When Little-Akin, Little, and Laniti (2007) looked into how classrooms were managed in the United States and Greece, they found that "...the high percentage of schools utilising corporal punishment in both countries is disturbing given the amount of research findings regarding the lack of effectiveness of such technique" Paolucci and Violato (2005). (as cited in Little-Akin et al. p. 60). Though the Ministry of Education does not condone the use of corporal punishment, it is a frequent traditional technique of discipline in Botswana's schools. According to Poulou (2007), classroom management is something all instructors must deal with at some point in their careers and is therefore worthy of further study. Furthermore, a teacher's own convictions may inspire them and have an impact on how they interact with all pupils, even the most difficult ones. According to Parajes's (as mentioned in Ng et al., 2010) definition of "what it takes to be a successful teacher and how students ought to behave," the presence of respect for individual values is a defining feature of both roles (p. 278). Educators use a variety of methods to rein in students who cause disruptions in the classroom. In order to maximise student learning, classroom management is often regarded as a top responsibility among educators. Quartet: (Lewis, Romi, Qui, and Katz) (2005) However, despite instructors' best intentions, some classroom procedures can end up being counterproductive to students' education. Using physical punishment, sending children to the principal's office, or having them phone their parents instead of staying in class all prevent students from getting the most out of their education. As part of the literature study, we will also look at different approaches to handling disruptive students in the classroom. According to research conducted by Little-Akin, Little, and Laniti (2007) on classroom management practises in the United States and Greece, "...the high percentage of schools utilising corporal punishment in both countries is disturbing given the amount of research findings regarding the lack of effectiveness of such technique." Paulo Violato and Annette Paolucci (as cited in Little-Akin et al. p. 60). Though the Ministry of Education does not condone the use of corporal punishment, it is a frequent traditional technique of discipline in Botswana's schools. According to Poulou (2007), classroom management is something all instructors must deal with at some point in their careers and is therefore worthy of further study. Effective educators are held in high regard as authority figures on how to run a classroom smoothly. The administration of a classroom involves "non instructional personal interactions" (p.98). Relationships may blossom when teachers treat their administration include "adding teaching groups (along with resources and supplies), regulating student conduct, and structuring physical space."

ANALYSIS OF CASE

Methods of Educating That Inspire Learning

1. Creating the bare minimum conditions for inspiring inspiration Teachers need to know how to get their kids excited about learning from the get-go. These three conditions must be met in order to get it: (3) a cohesive class that has formed appropriate group norms as a result of 1) appropriate acts on the part of the teachers, 2) a pleasant and encouraging atmosphere in the classroom, and 3) a strong rapport between the instructors and the students. According to the results of the interview, both teachers use similar strategies for creating an inspiring classroom setting for their pupils. Both T1 and T2 recognised the need of creating a welcoming atmosphere in the classroom before beginning instruction. T1 said that this was done so that students would be more alert and ready to learn at the start of the session. Or, the most of the time the miss challenges them to a guessing game or riddle contest; sometimes I also present products relating to flowers... T2 agreed with T1 that a short break for refreshments should be included into the first part of the lecture. Yes, as T2 said, I do sometimes resort to teaching the class kid songs as a means of breaking the ice and getting everyone singing when they lose interest. so that they may experience joy...) It's crystal clear that the teacher has a major impact on the enthusiasm demonstrated by the class. Teachers are responsible for igniting a love of learning in their classes so that students may master the basics of situational strategy. 2. Inspiring and motivating people in the outset For teachers, the problem of creating motivation in the classroom lies in finding ways to get students invested in the course material and excited about participating in classroom activities. In any case, this facet of motivational approaches is meant to increase the student's belief in his or her own abilities and encourage a positive outlook on the language learning process. Using the idea of "creating the basic motivation" as the major theme in the context of the first steps in the process of establishing initial motivation, the questions in this section are organised as follows: How may you get your pupils more involved in what they're learning? continuation, T1 said, "like what I stated earlier, if they can use English effectively, they can travel overseas.." T2 claims that a good English teacher is more than just a subject matter expert; they also have the ability to inspire their students. If the students are satisfied with their English teacher, they may be motivated to study even if the language being taught is unfamiliar. Education and enjoyment, in my opinion, should go hand in hand, which is why it's important to employ a variety of teaching strategies to avoid kids becoming bored. This might be achieved, for example, via the use of games. If the teachings could be presented in an engaging way, I thought that not just kids but also teenagers, adults, and even the elderly may benefit from playing this game. This is something I have personally gone through. Due to the lack of a sense of completion, students may find that they are better able to focus on the learning itself. One of the numerous ways to keep students motivated to study is to present a fun thing at the beginning of class, as some English teachers have found this to pique their students' attention and set the tone for the remainder of the class. When classes start out with fun exercises, and then go on to challenging questions regarding what students have learned, everyone involved in the process has a better time. Every single child is driven to excel in school and beat out their friends. 3. Safeguarding and preserving inspiration Teachers can help students stay motivated by providing a stimulating and enjoyable learning environment, presenting tasks in a way that is motivating, setting specific learner goals, helping students build positive self-images, encouraging group work, encouraging individual responsibility, encouraging autonomy, and fostering self-motivating learner strategies. Teachers tried to address this issue by getting their pupils more involved in class discussions and exercises. Some students, according to T1, have a more reserved disposition. I was hesitating to volunteer. This is because they are self-conscious about making a fool of themselves in front of their friends. Sometimes they have trouble pronouncing terms or understanding the jargon. Or, sometimes they just don't know how to put the phrases in the right order. This naturally leaves them feeling uninspired and unable to continue. Since English is not their first tongue, misunderstandings and miscommunications are to be expected; nonetheless, this should not discourage them from speaking out. This seems to be an issue for a few of the students. One of the characteristics of shyness is an aversion to speaking out in social situations. interaction. We are using methods like role-playing and information-gathering, for instance. While I can't speak for every single student, I can say with certainty that the most majority are pleased with their educational experience. And for those who aren't satisfied, maybe it's because they misunderstood the importance of English; few businesses in Aceh need their workers to be fluent in English. Perhaps this is the source of their discontent. Because of this, they return home to relax after a long day of studying. So that they may take pleasure in the fact that it is not necessary for them to learn English. Actually, they have a penchant for intellectual activities; what could possibly explain this? That's why we use a wide variety of teaching methods. We will be doing role playing this week and having actual talks the following week. I do utilise certain light-hearted kinds of punishment in class, but no one has ever complained about them.

CONCLUSION

The outcomes of the interview suggested that both teachers use the same strategies for creating a stimulating atmosphere for their pupils. Before the teaching and learning process could begin, both instructors agreed that it was crucial to create a pleasant classroom atmosphere. to energise them before to the start of the learning process to prevent them from getting fatigued. Or, the miss typically engages them in a guessing game or riddle competition; on occasion, when the class grows indifferent, I teach them kid songs, singing as a little warming up activity, as the ice breaker. Clearly, the teacher has a big role in establishing the amount of motivation shown by the students. In order to create essential situational strategy, teachers are entrusted with establishing a love of learning in their individual students. Developing initial inspiration and drive When it comes to generating motivation in the classroom, teachers must figure out how to encourage pupils to embrace the learning goals and enjoy classroom activities. Nonetheless, the objective of this part of motivational tactics is to boost the learner's confidence in their capacity to attain their goals and encourage a positive attitude toward the language learning process. This category's question is framed as follows, utilising the notion of "creating the basic motivation" as the focal point of the process of establishing initial motivation: "What are some strategies for encouraging student participation in the learning process? preserving and enhancing motivation Teachers should make learning stimulating and enjoyable, present tasks in a way that is motivating, set specific learner goals, protect the learner's self-esteem and increase their learner strategies in order to maintain and protect the learner's motivation. The teachers attempted to address this issue by encouraging all students to participate actively in class discussions and activities. Several students had an introverted demeanour. I reluctantly raised my hand. They feel humiliated since they are aware that their friends would mock them if they made a mistake. There are instances in which they lack terminology and pronunciation understanding. Or, on occasion, they are unable to organise the phrases correctly since they do not comprehend how to do it. Consequently, it is inevitable that they would lose interest in participating. Due to the fact that English is not their native tongue, it is normal for individuals to make errors while talking in English; however, they do not need to be frightened and scared to finally speak out. This is the difficulty faced by some of the students. One of the characteristics of shyness shown by certain other individuals is a tendency for preserving quiet. Teachers agreed that games and other communicative activities were suitable when employing Communicative Language Teaching. For example, we use approaches like as role playing and data collection... I do not claim that every student is satisfied with their education, but I can confidently assert that the great majority are. And for others who are dissatisfied, it may be because they were ignorant of the importance of English; in Aceh, few industries or businesses need their workers to speak in English. This may be the cause of their unhappiness. Therefore, after finishing their studies, they return home. For them to appreciate the reality that they do not need English. The reality is that they like intellectual endeavours; why is this? Because we use a variety of educational methods. This week we will engage in role play, and the next week we will conduct talks. I do use some types of discipline in the classroom, but they are always in good fun and no one is ever angry.

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Corresponding Author Rajesh Kumar*

Research Scholar, Department of Education, Capital University, Koderma, Jharkhand