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The Challenges Faced by Physical Sciences Rural Teachers in Delivering High-quality Science Instruction (94064)
Session Chair: Helena Sit
Sunday, 13 July 2025 11:35
Session: Session 2
Room: UCL Torrington, G08 (Ground Floor)
Presentation Type:Oral Presentation
The effectiveness of physical science education is closely associated with the potential interest in science, technology, mathematics and engineering (STEM) careers, which are connected to economic development. The field of Physical Sciences encompasses both Chemistry and Physics, which significantly contribute to the cognitive and skills development of learners. Effective physical science instruction is a crucial resource for enhancing learner comprehension of content. This necessitates educators who are highly skilled and adequately prepared in terms of educational qualifications, experience, resource utilisation, and the provision of conducive learning environments for science. This study employed a systematic literature review to collect data electronically from peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters to establish findings from empirical studies conducted over the past decade, accessed through educational databases. The findings of the study indicate that rural schools encounter difficulties in securing willing, competent, and experienced physical science teachers on a global scale. This continues to reinforce the disparities in the quality of science education experienced by students from rural regions in contrast to their counterparts in more prosperous areas. This study aims to clarify the ongoing challenges encountered by science educators in rural schools. The suggestions advocate for significant transformations in rural science education, ensuring that these communities also have access to quality science education that can enhance their overall quality of life.
Authors:
Magdeline Stephen, University of Witwatersrand, South Africa
Jonas Sacha, University of Witwatersrand, South Africa
About the Presenter(s)
Dr Magdeline Stephen is a University Assistant Professor/Lecturer at University of Witwatersrand in South Africa
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