PEER OBSERVATION OF TEACHERS: EXPLORING TEACHING EXPERIENCES

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  • Frederick Atienza Andal New World International School, Prince Sultan Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Road, Al Imam Al Nawawie Street, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Azra Nayeem New World International School, Prince Sultan Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Road, Al Imam Al Nawawie Street, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Noel Invento New World International School, Prince Sultan Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Road, Al Imam Al Nawawie Street, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Amina Aslam Aga New World International School, Prince Sultan Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Road, Al Imam Al Nawawie Street, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

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https://doi.org/10.46827/ejsss.v10i1.1709

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This paper examines teachers' experiences with classroom peer observation of teaching. Participating teachers shared their insights into teaching experience and skills, providing valuable perspectives on practices that could enhance the teaching and learning process. The results revealed both common strengths and areas where teachers can further develop their skills. Additionally, the study identifies critical success factors for ongoing peer observation. It proposes establishing a systematic approach to classroom peer observation for the school's teaching community, fostering continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

 

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    Frederick A. Andal is a faculty member under the Biology Department at New World International School, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. His main research interest includes topics related to methodology and evaluation, humanities and social sciences, and environmental sciences.

    E-mail address: erikaandalchoi@gmail.com

    ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0003-2341-4604

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    Azra Nayeem is the Academic Director at New World International School, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. Her main research interest includes topics related to leadership and supervision, curriculum and policy development, methodology and evaluation.

    E-mail address: azra@newworldschool.com.sa

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    Noel M. Invento is a faculty member under the Computer and Technology Department at New World International School. His main research interest includes topics related to data analysis and technology integration in education.

    E-mail address: nminwis@gmail.com

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    Amina Aslam Aga is the Academic Coordinator at New World International School, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. Her main research interest includes classroom management, methodology and planning.

    E-mail address: amn_aga@yahoo.co.uk

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2024-05-20

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Diel 10 Číslo 1 (2024)

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