구성주의 유아교육에 대한 유아교사의 신념 탐색

Abstract

To gain a better understanding of the emerging constructivist beliefs, case studies were constructed for six early childhood teachers. The case studies provided insight into primary question (1) How are the beliefs of the early childhood teachers regarding constructivist early childhood education? The components of constructivist teaching by Yildirim(2014) were used as a theoretical framework. Data were analyzed using the constant comparative method using Hanney & McArthur(2002)'s belief system. Findings from the case studies suggest that at least two kinds of beliefs were in operation : core beliefs and peripheral beliefs. The core beliefs were defined as those dictating subsequent teaching behaviors; whereas the peripheral beliefs were those that were stated but not operated.