Effective Teaching as Described by Teachers who Are Also Doctoral Students: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

Teachers’ roles in their students’ lives cannot be underestimated because they impact students in various ways. However, what makes a good teacher is often based on personal perspectives and values, making it subjective. This qualitative descriptive study sought to explore how teachers, who are...

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Main Authors: Kelly R. Maguire, Amy M. Anderson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Grand Canyon University 2024-11-01
Series:Journal of Scholarly Engagement
Online Access:https://scholarlyengagement.com/2024/12/14/effective-teaching-as-described-by-teachers-who-are-also-doctoral-students-a-qualitative-descriptive-study/
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Summary:Teachers’ roles in their students’ lives cannot be underestimated because they impact students in various ways. However, what makes a good teacher is often based on personal perspectives and values, making it subjective. This qualitative descriptive study sought to explore how teachers, who are also students or recent graduates of a teaching and learning doctoral degree program, define effective teaching and describe the characteristics of effective teachers. Data were collected using semi-structured, conversational interviews. The findings revealed that effective teachers exemplify three characteristics: rapport, communication, and passion. Recommendations for practitioners and future research are included.
ISSN:2690-7283
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