The Clusters of Teachers Based on Their Perceptions of Learner-Centered Instruction

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Abstract

This study aimed to identify the factors that summarize teachers’ perceptions of LCI and to distinguish clusters of teachers based on their perceptions of LCI. Further, the study examined the demographic characteristics of the identified clusters, as well as the distribution of the clusters across grade levels. Data were collected using an online survey, and participants included 134 K-12 teachers. Two factors were identified through exploratory factor analysis: Learner-centered teachers (LCT) and concerns about LCI (CLCI). Cluster analysis revealed four types of teachers based on their scores on the two factors: Average, High LCT, High CLCI, and Low LCT. The results inform practitioners and decision makers on the most prevalent attitudes toward LCI and the demographic characteristics of each group.

Authors

• Yunjo An, University of North Texas

• Diana Luminita Mindrila, The University of West Georgia