Student Teaching and Instructional Materials in the 21st-Century Classroom: A Literature Review

Ryan R. Pecson, Joshua R. Sarmiento

Abstract


Student teachers are expected to use various instructional materials to deliver quality instruction in the 21st century. The present study is a literature review on student teachers' use of instructional materials in their internship program. Five relevant studies are reviewed based on the PRIME model proposed by the researchers. Results indicate six themes, including (i) the importance of teaching practicum and instructional materials, (ii) types of instructional materials used, (iii) benefits of using instructional materials, (iv) challenges in using instructional materials, (v) solutions and effective use of instructional materials, and (vi) preparedness and exposure of student teachers to instructional materials. The review emphasizes the importance of instructional materials for enhancing student teachers' practicum experiences and notes benefits like improved effectiveness and catering to diverse learning styles. To overcome challenges such as limited access and insufficient student knowledge, comprehensive preparation, understanding student backgrounds, aligning materials with learning outcomes, and continuous support are recommended as part of the enhanced pre-service training.

Keywords


21st-century classroom; Instructional materials; Literature review; Student teaching; Teaching and learning materials

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/ijotis.v5i1.82628

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