Journal article
Reporting Values, Partnership with Parents and the Hidden Curriculum: A Qualitative Study
Australian Journal of Teacher Education (Online), Vol.48(5), pp.106-121
2023
Abstract
The Australian government funded the West Australian project ‘Reporting Values to Parents’ as part of ‘The Values in Action Schools Project’ (2009). The two aims of the qualitative study were to develop a common values language supported by observable behaviours and an appreciation that values education is fundamental to schooling. Teachers used an action research process to create authentic values activities and involve parents in the assessment process. Parents shifted their perspectives to ratify teachers’ role to teach values explicitly. Students experienced a deeper sense of connection and belonging at school. Educators can adapt the activities in this paper to infuse values into their teaching. Future research is warranted to support and retain preservice teachers by examining the ‘hidden curriculum’ and personal biases to create inclusive classrooms. All students have a right to access an education that reflects their interests and values and teachers need urgent support for this quest.
Details
- Title
- Reporting Values, Partnership with Parents and the Hidden Curriculum: A Qualitative Study
- Authors/Creators
- Veronica Morcom
- Publication Details
- Australian Journal of Teacher Education (Online), Vol.48(5), pp.106-121
- Publisher
- Edith Cowan University
- Identifiers
- 991005649566807891
- Murdoch Affiliation
- Murdoch University
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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