Exploring Teacher Collaborative Change: Professional Learning Networks in Taiwan (Poster 44)

• In Event: Thursday Poster Session 9:00 am
  In Poster Session: Examining Varied Educational Contexts and Communities From Multiple Perspectives

Abstract

The pandemic and technological advancements have transformed teacher collaboration, impacting professional learning networks (PLNs) in Taiwan. This study investigates PLN formation and development using Hadfield and Chapman's framework. The methodology includes qualitative focus group interviews with six PLN leaders from various school levels, sharing initiatives, processes, and structures of PLNs. The data was collected and analyzed by MAXQDA software. Results show that the support from the coordinating college, core teams, and online tools were vital in initiating PLN implementation. Larger PLNs fostered collective learning over collective actions. This research provides implications and suggestions for future studies in Asian contexts.

Authors

• Nien-ching Michelle Chuang, National Pingtung University

• Su-Ching Lai, University of Taipei

• Yi-Ku Ting, University of Taipei