Teachers Research Perception, Competence and Work Performance: Basis for A Capability Building Plan

Abstract

This study investigated and explored the research perception, competence and work performance of teachers which was made basis for a capability building plan. This study further examined the teachers’ level of research perception in the area of time, cost, and knowledge as well as the teachers’ level of competence in the area of ability to work under pressure, ability to communicate, and technology capability in relation to their work performance. With the use of a qualitative research approach and a sample size of 155 teachers’ the data of the research perception, competence and work performance of teachers were collected. The findings revealed that there are no significant differences in the level of research perception and competence when each area is grouped according to the variable of highest educational attainment, number of trainings attended and length of service. It also revealed that there are significant differences existed in the level of teachers work performance specifically in the variable of educational attainment and length of service. It also revealed that there is no significant relationship existed between the level of research perception of District Murcia II teachers and their work performance. And there is a significant relationship existed between the level of research competence of District Murcia II teachers and their work performance. A proposed capability building plan was made to address the problem of teachers in terms of their level perception and competence in action research writing.

Exploring Challenges of Indonesian Efl Teachers in Adopting Teacher-Researcher Identity Through Classroom Action Research

“…Their research emphasises the importance of addressing not only the competency gaps in action research writing but also the factors influencing teachers' engagement in action research. Enhancing the teachers' CAR competence will enable teachers to offer innovative solutions to classroom challenges (Eliver et al, 2023). In other words, when teachers possess such competencies, they can make students become more engaged and motivated learners (Nasr & Perry, 2023).…”

“…In other words, when teachers possess such competencies, they can make students become more engaged and motivated learners (Nasr & Perry, 2023). Thus, when teachers are competent and actively researching their teaching methods, they are likely to create more effective learning environments, leading to enhanced student academic performance (Eliver et al, 2023).…”

“…Studies by Cochran-Smith and Lytle (1993), Comon and Corpuz (2024), Caingcoy (2020) and Eliver, Abule, Cornel, and Maguate (2023) have highlighted the importance of teachers' research competence to allow teachers to stay abreast of the latest findings and best practices in education. In their study, Nasr and Perry (2023) indicate the importance of research competence in facilitating teachers to tailor their instruction to meet the needs of their students.…”