Secondary School Teachers’ Views of Summer In-Service Program in Enhancing Their Professional Competence

Abstract

This study examined views of secondary school teachers on the adequacy of summer in-service training program in enhancing their professional competence. From four secondary schools, thirty two teachers were selected purposely. Data were collected using questionnaire and interview. Questionnaire data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the qualitative data were made to complement the quantitative results. The study found out that most teachers viewed their training as inadequate in enhancing their professional competencies. The primary reasons for teachers’ decisions to involve in summer in-service program were found to be fundamentally economic interests. Almost all of the respondents reported the improvement of their teaching and their school practices as secondary. Lack of textbooks and libraries, time shortage and failure of universities to address their adult needs were among the main challenges teachers faced during their study. Finally, recommendations for possible improvements were suggested.

Keywords: Secondary School, Teachers’ Views, Summer In-service Training, Professional Competency