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Research in Online Teacher Professional Development: A Systematic Mapping Review

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This systematic mapping study examines 115 studies on online teacher professional development (OTPD) programs, including online-only and blended learning (BL) formats. Findings reveal that most programs combine synchronous and asynchronous phases, emphasizing collaborative, action-oriented, and reflective learning approaches. Frequently used technologies include discussion forums, videos, and learning management systems (LMS), while innovative tools such as virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) are less commonly implemented. Approximately half of the programs involve instructor guidance. These findings offer valuable insights into the design and implementation of OTPD and underline the need for further research into content-specific strategies and the effective use of emerging technologies.

Source: International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET)

DOI: 10.3991/ijet.v20i01.53643

Author: Kristin Stavermann

Institution: Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg

Language: English

Topic: Teacher Education and Leadership Studies

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $280