A Japanese approach to in-service training and professional development of science and physics teachers in Japan

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to explain in-service programs for science and physics teachers in Japan. This study specifically discusses the "course research" approach. "Lesson research" is an approach used in teacher training. Lesson Research was developed in Japan and has been successfully used in teacher training in many countries. Document review, one of the qualitative research methods, was used to collect data for this study conducted in a survey model. When document analysis was carried out in the study, efforts were made to access primary sources, documents were analyzed and data were analyzed and presented. One of the methods that can be used in document review is to consult expert knowledge. In this study, we consulted a Japanese expert and tried to collect relevant and authentic information. At the end of the study, proposals were made for improving the qualifications of science and physics teachers.