An Investigation into the Presence of a Community of Practice in the Mathematics Department in a South African Primary School

Authors

  • GM Steyn

Abstract

Based on Wenger’s social learning model, this study aimed at investigating teacher collaboration in a community of practice in a South African primary school. A qualitative study nested in the social constructivist paradigm was most appropriate for the study. Data collection included a focus group interview with teachers from the Mathematics Department, a qualitative questionnaire and semi-structured interviews with the principal. The data analysis employed a hybrid method based on Wenger’s social learning model. The findings revealed a contextualized experience of a community of practice, which contributed to the theory of the phenomenon ‘community of practice’ in schools.

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Published

2016-06-30

How to Cite

Steyn, G. . (2016). An Investigation into the Presence of a Community of Practice in the Mathematics Department in a South African Primary School. Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences, 36(1), 1-14. Retrieved from http://pjss.bzu.edu.pk/index.php/pjss/article/view/388