Longitudinal study of meta-learning: Advancing pre-service teachers' professional growth

Nazym Ualiyeva (), Alma Murzalinova (), Almagul Assainova (), Alfina Sakayeva () and Galina Chemodanova ()

International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies, 2025, vol. 8, issue 3, 84-97

Abstract: The relevance of the research is determined by the need to prepare pre-service teachers for continuous professional development in a rapidly changing educational landscape. This article examines the implementation of meta-learning as a tool that contributes to the formation of necessary competencies. To achieve this goal, a longitudinal study was chosen, during which 387 students from Kazakhstani universities were involved in meta-learning for a two-semester academic year. The research methods included qualitative surveys and in-depth interviews before and after the implementation of meta-learning, which allowed for the evaluation of changes in their competencies. The results showed significant growth in competencies related to continuous professional development, indicating the positive impact of meta-learning on the preparation of pre-service teachers. The conclusions emphasize the importance of integrating meta-learning into educational programs to enhance students' professional readiness. The prospects for further research involve a deeper analysis of various methods of meta-learning and their impact on other aspects of pedagogical training, as well as the study of long-term effects on the career development of the graduates.

Keywords: Continuous professional development; longitudinal study; meta-learning; pre-service teachers; professional development competencies. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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