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Research Objective

To investigate the factors influencing teacher training effectiveness, specifically to determine trainees' perception of learning, study influences on the transfer of learning back to the workplace, and discover the strategic alignment between trainings and the organization's vision and mission.

Methodology

A qualitative, descriptive study employing a cross-sectional research design. The target population comprised 883 teachers and Directorate personnel in Punjab. A sample of 19 professionals (15 teachers, 4 administrators) was drawn from G.I.T.T.C. for the Teachers of Disabled Children, Lahore, using proportional quota sampling for teachers and purposive sampling for administrators. Data was collected through in-depth interviews and non-participant observations. Thematic analysis was used for data exploration and understanding.

Methodology Flowchart

                        graph TD
    A[Define Research Objectives] --> B[Select Case Study: Dept. of Special Education, Punjab]
    B --> C[Qualitative Descriptive Study Design]
    C --> D[Identify Target Population]
    D --> E[Sample Selection: Proportional Quota & Purposive Sampling]
    E --> F[Data Collection: In-depth Interviews & Non-participant Observations]
    F --> G[Data Analysis: Thematic Analysis]
    G --> H[Identify Key Findings]
    H --> I[Discuss Findings & Interpretations]
    I --> J[Formulate Conclusion & Recommendations]                    

Discussion

The study highlights that organizational commitment, personal goals, self-esteem, and self-efficacy are crucial for trainee 'trainability' and motivation. Affective commitment, emotional attachment to the organization, was found to be particularly strong. Environmental favorability at both the training college and workplace was found to be low, hindering learning transfer. While training content and resource persons are well-regarded, the selection process for participants needs improvement to ensure better relevancy.

Key Findings

Four main factors contribute to a positive trainee attitude towards training: organizational commitment, personal goals, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. Environmental factors, including task context (physical environment) and social context (support from peers and superiors), significantly influence motivation and learning transfer. The quality of training programs is generally rated highly, but the relevancy is affected by a random nomination process for participants.

Conclusion

Teacher training effectiveness is influenced by a combination of individual trainee perceptions and attitudes, as well as the surrounding social and task environments. Strategic alignment of training programs with organizational goals is essential, though participant selection needs refinement.

Fact Check

- The study was published in the Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 4, No. 1 in March 2023.
- The target population for the study was 883 teachers and Directorate personnel.
- A sample of 19 professionals was interviewed and observed.

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