ERIC Number: EJ1209744
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
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The Effects of Teacher Training on Teachers' Family-Engagement Practices, Attitudes, and Knowledge: A Meta-Analysis
Smith, Tyler E.; Sheridan, Susan M.
Journal of Educational and Psychological Consultation, v29 n2 p128-157 2019
When families are engaged in their education, children's academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development is indirectly supported. Many teacher-training programs (TTPs) focused on preparing teachers to communicate and work with families have been developed, although inconsistencies regarding their effectiveness exist. The current meta-analysis of 39 studies systematically analyzed the effects of TTPs on teachers' family-engagement practices, attitudes, and knowledge. TTPs included preservice university courses, teacher in-service, and professional development programs. Studies were coded for key sample, setting, and quality characteristics. Analyses revealed TTPs had a significant positive effect on all teacher family-engagement outcomes. Key intervention components were also determined (e.g., communication strategies, collaborative planning, and problem solving) and can be used to inform the development of future TTPs. Although results are promising, future TTPs should aim to improve methodological rigor and study quality.
Descriptors: Family Involvement, Family School Relationship, Parent Teacher Cooperation, Teacher Attitudes, Knowledge Level, Teacher Education Programs, Faculty Development, Preservice Teacher Education, Program Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, Cooperative Planning, Problem Solving, Educational Environment
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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