Providing Support to First-Year Graduate Teaching Assistants: What Do They Really Need?

IF 1.8 2区 教育学 Q2 EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH Journal of Teaching in Physical Education Pub Date : 2023-12-13 DOI:10.1123/jtpe.2023-0043
Sheri J. Brock, Brenna Cosgrove Miller, Nikki Hollett, Jessica R. Grimes, Michele Moore
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Purpose: Graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) often play a vital role in the delivery of university programs, yet GTAs may lack pedagogical experience. The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions of GTAs during their first semester of university teaching. Specifically, we provide a descriptive account of the GTAs’ lived experiences and how departments can best prepare GTAs. Method: Four first-year GTAs at a university in the United States participated in the study. Data collection included participant journals, focus group interviews, and individual interviews. Results: Utilizing situated learning theory as a theoretical frame, data sources generated four themes. GTAs reported positive experiences as ample support was provided, expectations were outlined, experiential learning occurred, and confidence increased through the establishment of routines. Discussion/Conclusion: Findings indicated that GTAs can acclimate to their new universities and responsibilities with guidance, resources, and support.

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为一年级研究生助教提供支持:他们真正需要什么?
目的:研究生助教(GTA)在大学课程的实施过程中往往扮演着至关重要的角色,但他们可能缺乏教学经验。本研究旨在探讨研究生助教在大学教学第一学期的感受。具体而言,我们将描述 GTA 的生活经历,以及各院系如何为 GTA 做好最佳准备。方法:美国一所大学的四名一年级 GTA 参与了研究。数据收集包括参与者日志、焦点小组访谈和个别访谈。研究结果以情景学习理论为理论框架,数据来源产生了四个主题。一般临时助理报告了积极的经历,因为他们得到了充分的支持,对他们的期望得到了概述,进行了体验式学习,并通过建立常规增加了信心。讨论/结论:研究结果表明,一般临时助理可以在指导、资源和支持下适应新大学和新职责。
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Journal of Teaching in Physical Education
Journal of Teaching in Physical Education 社会科学-运动科学
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4.20
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21.40%
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69
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>12 weeks
期刊介绍: The Journal of Teaching in Physical Education (JTPE) features peer-reviewed research articles based on classroom and laboratory studies, descriptive and survey studies, summary and review articles, and discussion of current topics of interest to physical educators at every level. JTPE is endorsed by the Curriculum and Instruction Academy of the National Association for Sport and Physical Education and the International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education.
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