The Development of a Multi Level Causal Model of Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Teacher Training

Abstract

This study looked at factors which influenced the effectiveness of teacher training, according to student level, faculty, and academic program. A multi-level causal model was constructed, with Specht's method applied in order to examine the congruence of the model and evident data. Participants included 1,598 students, 125 deans and vice-deans, and 472 lecturers. The multi-level analysis was completed by HLM.

Causal factors at the student level were found to be background knowledge, teacher professional attitudes, and student behavior. At the program level there was a single factor: lecturers' teaching quality. At the faculty level, factors influencing training effectiveness were: the dean's administration of the curriculum, teaching practicum, and educational quality control.