9th Article | Volume 02 | Issue 01
Lived Experiences of Out-of-Field Senior High School Teachers Teaching Physical Science
Leizl F. Abrantes, MAEd
Secondary Teacher, Baybay City Senior School
Baybay City Leyte, Philippines
Anna Larissa A. Bargamento, MAEd
Master Teacher II, Baybay City Senior School
Baybay City Leyte, Philippines
Abstract
This study investigated the experiences of Physical Science teachers who were not specialized in their field. Twelve out-of-field Physical Science teachers, selected via purposive sampling from the Schools Division of Baybay City, participated in the transcendental phenomenological study. For data collection and subsequent thematic analysis using Colaizzi's seven steps, in-depth semi-structured interviews were utilized. Five metaphors describe the study's findings in the form of emergent themes. The first theme is the Chameleon teacher described as an adaptable teacher, analogous to a chameleon that alters its coloration to blend into its surroundings. Developing a resilient mindset is the second aspect, symbolized by the Phoenix Within, which signifies the capacity to triumph over challenges. Thirdly, the Symphony of Knowledge symbolizes teachers' and learners' synergistic partnership and active participation throughout the educational journey. The fourth theme, the Gardener of Knowledge, compares an educator to a conscientious gardener who nurtures their development and that of their students. Crossing Unfamiliar Territory is another theme that examines Physical Science teachers' difficulties when instructing outside their field. As a result, the experiences of these teachers mitigate the issue at hand, thus positively impacting the student's academic development. Sustaining resilience in the face of adversity was inexplicably enhanced through implementing fostering strategies and cultivating a positive mindset. Similar to the adverse encounters, they must confront the obstacles posed by their lack of pedagogical expertise, content knowledge, and struggles. The favorable and unfavorable experiences of physical science teachers who did not specialize in their field provided them professional development opportunities. They underscored the value of maintaining a positive outlook.
Keywords: out-of-field teacher, physical science, transcendental phenomenology
How to cite:
Abrantes, L. & Bargamento, A. L. (2024). Lived Experiences of Out-of-Field Senior High School Teachers Teaching Physical Science. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research and Innovation, 2(1), 117- 143. https://doi.org/10.17613/r5pt-t937.
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