1. Empowering engineering & technology and practice teachers : joining virtual exchanges for enriched learningDejan Zemljak, Borut Čampelj, Urška Martinc, Maja Kerneža, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Purpose: The purpose of the research was to explore how virtual exchanges can empower teachers of engineering and technology and practical subjects. The aim was to determine whether and how these teachers see virtual exchanges as an opportunity for personal and professional development, improvement of teaching, and exchange of good practices. Findings: The research was conducted at the beginning of the 2023/2024 school year with interviews conducted via online video calls. The sample included 16 teachers and 2 students (future teachers of engineering and technology). Before the interviews, participants received an introductory presentation of the concept of virtual exchanges and then answered four pre-prepared questions that focused on the perception and meaning of these exchanges for teachers. Originality/value: The paper is important because it focuses on a less researched area -the use of virtual exchanges in the context of technical education that includes practical work. The research fills a gap in the literature and offers valuable insights for the development of international collaboration among teachers of technical subjects and for the design of supporting platforms, tools and policies that would enable and promote this collaboration.
Ključne besede: virtual exchanges, education, teacher professional development, intercultural collaboration, practice-based pedagogy
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2. Integrating computer science and informatics education in primary schools : insights from a Slovenian professional development initiativeAndrej Flogie, Alenka Lipovec, Jakob Škrobar, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: In this study, we present a professional development programme for teachers launched to introduce Computer Science and Informatics (CSI) in primary education in Slovenia. The study aims to examine which CSI core concepts teachers most frequently choose to integrate into their lessons when given the freedom to select the topics within the framework, and to explore how students engage with and respond to these activities, as reported in teachers’ reflections. This study is based on reflective feedback from forty-seven teachers from seven primary schools who implemented interdisciplinary lessons that integrate CSI content into existing primary school curricula. Qualitative data from 152 reflections were used to support our research findings. The results show that teachers most frequently introduced the concepts from the content area of algorithms and programming. In contrast, content areas such as computing systems, networks and the internet, data and analysis, and impacts of computing received less attention. Teachers reported that students were motivated and engaged, although some challenges emerged, including difficulties in solving tasks or following instructions. As this pilot study reports on the first year of a two-year initiative, the findings provide preliminary insights into how a structured professional development programme for teachers can support interdisciplinary approaches in CSI education.
Ključne besede: computer science education, computational thinking, STEM, professional development, engagement, motivation, primary schools
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3. Teacher opinion about using problem-based learning in technology and engineering educationLara Voler, Andrej Flogie, 2024, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: A school for the 21st century requires innovative approaches to learning and teaching. The presented research investigates the current state of innovative teaching methods, particularly problem-based learning (PBL), among teachers of the subject Technology and Engineering (TE) in Slovenian lower secondary schools. The main aim of the research was to determine the attitude towards such innovative teaching approaches, how often innovative teaching methods are used, how teachers perceive their importance, and finally, according to the teachers, how they are qualified for this. In the research, an appropriate questionnaire for teachers is developed. Qualitative and quantitative research was conducted using an online survey and statistical data processing. The online survey results showed that teachers positively assess the importance of using PBL, which is perceived as a more challenging method than traditional teaching methods. Despite numerous challenges, teachers express high motivation to improve their teaching practices. Based on the data obtained, it is found that teachers' knowledge is assessed less positively than their competence assessment, which indicates the need for more accurate methods of evaluating knowledge and emphasizes the importance of continuous professional development. The research findings could be important for improving teaching practices and promoting innovations in the educational process. High motivation and readiness of teachers to accept innovative pedagogical approaches can contribute to a better learning environment and the development of a more competent teacher in the future.
Ključne besede: continuous professional development, innovative teaching methods, problem-based learning, student motivation, teacher competence, technology and engineering
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5. Preschool teachers’ conceptions of professional development in relation to career motivation and job satisfactionMojca Žveglič Mihelič, Milena Valenčič Zuljan, Romina Plešec Gasparič, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: In this paper, we are interested in preschool teachers’ conceptions of professional
development in relation to their motives for choosing the profession and
professional satisfaction. Results of a study among 145 Slovenian preschool
teachers show that they generally have a positive conception of professional
development; nevertheless, recognition of the importance of learning and in-depth
reflection on this conception depend on career motivations, while a broader
conception of professional development increases the likelihood of thinking about
leaving the profession more frequently. The findings justify the need for better
recognition of preschool teachers’ needs and obstacles in the workplace.
Ključne besede: professional development, conception of professional development, career motivation, job satisfaction, preschool teachers
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6. Student-centred instruction in science and technology : a model of factors at organizational and individual levelsPetra Pejić Papak, Milena Valenčič Zuljan, Darjo Zuljan, 2021, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: To achieve the goals of modern science and technology teaching, it is vital to organize student-centred instruction (SCI). The organization of SCI requires the teacher’s ability to organize cognitively challenging teaching in a stimulating environment. The fundamental purpose of the study was to determine whether the teacher’s organization of SCI was related to factors at the school level (organizational context) and factors at the individual level (individual context). We designed a model comprising four sets of factors. The results show a statistically significant correlation between SCI and all four sets of factors.
Ključne besede: student-centred instruction, science and technology, four-factor model, professional development, stimulating environment
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7. Teacher self-assessment of their science and technics competences and professional developmentDanijela Blanuša Trošelj, Petra Peić Papak, Darjo Zuljan, 2021, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: In this paper, the authors present the results of an empirical study that formed part of the broader research project, "Culture of Educational Institution as a Factor in Co-Construction of Knowledge," at the University of Rijeka. The research was conducted on a sample of 317 elementary class teachers from Croatia and Slovenia. The authors sought to establish how class teachers assess their professionalism in practice; whether they show statistically significant differences in assessing their professionalism and professional development in practice at different stages of their careers.
Ključne besede: professional development, science and technics competences, class teachers
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8. Analysis of workers’ perception and demographic factors : an insight into the Slovenian gig economyMatevž Antloga, Ivona Huđek, 2024, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This study examines the gig economy in Slovenia, with a particular
emphasis on the perceived benefits and challenges for gig workers
within this emerging labour model. The research aims to capture the
implications of flexible, project-based employment in a smaller
European context, as this trend becomes increasingly prevalent
globally. A quantitative approach was employed to survey 34 gig
workers in Slovenia. The survey analysed their demographic
characteristics, reasons for engaging in gig work, and the benefits and
challenges they experience. In the findings, 64% of respondents
specifically identified schedule flexibility as a predominant benefit of
gig work. However, it also uncovers substantial challenges, including
increased market competition and a lack of social benefits. Moreover,
the research suggests that perceptions of the gig work benefits are
widely acknowledged across various age groups and educational levels,
with no significant variation. Nevertheless, the findings indicate a
gender disparity in gig work perceptions, with males perceiving higher
levels of financial freedom and professional development than women.
This research suggests the need for policies aimed at ensuring equity
and further research into harmonizing gig work with supportive labour
market policies.
Ključne besede: gig economy, flexibility, professional development, social benefits, demographic disparities
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10. Multilingualism - a new aspect of teacher's professional developmentKatica Pevec Semec, Saša Jazbec, 2018, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Multilingualism is an important element in the life of modern people, and a relevant topic of professional, scientific and political discussion. This paper will shed light on theoretical aspects of multilingualism: past and present concepts of multilingualism, the advocacy for and the promotion of multilingualism in the EU, as well as multilingualism in educational discourse, and teachers' professional development. The next section focuses on a project that puts multilingualism into practice in a creative manner and can thus be seen as a role model in this field of work. The paper pays special attention to the teachers who work within the framework of multilingualism, and to their new roles, distinctly different from the traditional teacher role. The concept of multilingualism as established and realized by the project covers multilingualism at the border of three countries, three languages and three educational systems and could be used as a model for other similar practices.
Ključne besede: multilingualism, teachers, professional development, educational systems
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