ERIC Number: ED580588
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 126
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: 978-0-3552-4707-7
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Teacher Perceptions of the Impact of Self-Efficacy on Classroom Management Style: A Case Study
McCain, Patty Jo
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Liberty University
The purpose of this qualitative case study was to develop an understanding of how current and former middle school teachers in a suburban school district in northeast Georgia perceive low self-efficacy impacts their classroom management style. The theory guiding this study was Bandura's (1977) self-efficacy theory as it supported the idea that self-efficacy can determine how one approaches a task, goals, or challenges. Data were collected using a survey, interviews, questionnaires, direct observations, and a focus group. A collective case study approach was used to conduct a holistic analysis to provide detailed descriptions of the themes and patterns that exist across the cases. Four themes emerged from the data analysis process: build relationships, be flexible, convey expectations, and make a difference. The themes were consistent with the relevant literature regarding teacher self-efficacy and classroom management and provided answers to the three research questions proposed in the study. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: Middle School Teachers, Suburban Schools, Teacher Attitudes, Self Efficacy, Classroom Techniques, Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Teacher Surveys, Interviews, Questionnaires, Observation, Focus Groups, Interpersonal Relationship, Expectation
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Middle Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Georgia
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