Background and Objectives: This research examines educational gaps in the field of intended, implemented, and acquired curricula in the internship process. The primary purpose of this study is to compare these three types of curricula and identify their strengths and weaknesses in creating effective and practical learning for students. Methods: By using a mixed exploratory approach (qualitative (phenomenology and thematic analysis) and quantitative (based on surveys), information about the experiences of students and instructors (mentors and mentor teachers) in the internship was collected and analyzed. Findings: The results of this research in the qualitative part of three primary themes with categories containing educational gaps (incompatibility of curriculum content, real challenges), educational needs (lack of soft skills, need for practical learning, need for management skills, lack of innovation in teaching) and environment. Internships (need for mentors' support, lack of mentors' interaction, and need for self-confidence) were extracted as a basis for qualitative data analysis and identifying patterns in the answers. The quantitative section showed that there are significant gaps between what is intended in the curricula and what is implemented in practice. The participants pointed out the mismatch between educational objectives and course content in the qualitative analysis. These results confirm quantitative findings and show educational gaps from the point of view of student teachers. Conclusion: The results were presented separately for each of the curricula and their impact on students' learning and practical abilities. This study can help modify and improve the curricula in the internship field and lay the groundwork for designing more effective educational programs.
Hamzehlou, Z. and Hoseiniaslenazarlu, M. (2024). Investigating the educational gaps: a comparative analysis of intended, implemented and acquired curricula in the internship process. Journal of research in curriculum studies, 3(2), 183-198. doi: 10.48310/jcdr.2024.16906.1113
MLA
Hamzehlou, Z. , and Hoseiniaslenazarlu, M. . "Investigating the educational gaps: a comparative analysis of intended, implemented and acquired curricula in the internship process", Journal of research in curriculum studies, 3, 2, 2024, 183-198. doi: 10.48310/jcdr.2024.16906.1113
HARVARD
Hamzehlou, Z., Hoseiniaslenazarlu, M. (2024). 'Investigating the educational gaps: a comparative analysis of intended, implemented and acquired curricula in the internship process', Journal of research in curriculum studies, 3(2), pp. 183-198. doi: 10.48310/jcdr.2024.16906.1113
CHICAGO
Z. Hamzehlou and M. Hoseiniaslenazarlu, "Investigating the educational gaps: a comparative analysis of intended, implemented and acquired curricula in the internship process," Journal of research in curriculum studies, 3 2 (2024): 183-198, doi: 10.48310/jcdr.2024.16906.1113
VANCOUVER
Hamzehlou, Z., Hoseiniaslenazarlu, M. Investigating the educational gaps: a comparative analysis of intended, implemented and acquired curricula in the internship process. Journal of research in curriculum studies, 2024; 3(2): 183-198. doi: 10.48310/jcdr.2024.16906.1113
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