Building a Competency Framework for Teaching Natural Science Under the Blended Learning Model for University Education Students: A Delphi Study
This study aims to develop a competency framework for teaching natural science under the blended learning (BL) model for Natural Science education stu.
- Pub. date: July 15, 2025
- Online Pub. date: July 02, 2025
- Pages: 981-998
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- #Blended learning
- # competency framework
- # Delphi method
- # natural science education
- # teacher training.
Abstract:
This study aims to develop a competency framework for teaching natural science under the blended learning (BL) model for Natural Science education students at Thai Nguyen University of Education. Recognizing the increasing importance of BL in the context of modern education and the challenges teachers face during implementation, the modified Delphi method was employed to collect expert opinions, involving three rounds of surveys with 50 participants, including university lecturers and secondary school educational administrators. The research identifies seven core competency groups, including specialized knowledge, lesson design and evaluation competencies, classroom organization and management, student assessment and feedback, information technology competencies, experiment and simulation utilization in teaching, and basic knowledge of BL. The findings highlight the necessity of blending traditional teaching methods with modern technology to effectively implement the BL model, enhancing both the teaching process and students' learning outcomes. This framework is expected to serve as a crucial basis for teacher training universities to adjust their curricula and support educational administrators in fostering and enhancing the capacity of natural science teachers at the secondary level. This competency framework aims to support the professional development of Natural Science teachers and education students, ensuring their preparedness for the evolving demands of modern education. Furthermore, the study provides insights into the skills and knowledge that teachers need to acquire to adapt to the continuously evolving educational environment.
blended learning competency framework delphi method natural science education teacher training
Keywords: Blended learning, competency framework, Delphi method, natural science education, teacher training.
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