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Empowering Science Educators in the Age of Generative AI: Frameworks for Effective Professional Development

Empowering Science Educators in the Age of Generative AI: Frameworks for Effective Professional Development
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Author(s): Debbie Diana Devonish (UTech, Jamaica)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 44
Source title: Harnessing Generative Artificial Intelligence for Science Education
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Michail Kalogiannakis (University of Thessaly, Greece)and Dimitrios Sotiropoulos (University of Thessaly, Greece)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-2913-0.ch008

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Abstract

This qualitative study addresses GenAI integration challenges for Caribbean Science educators.It investigates teacher pedagogical preparedness and training access, highlighting a significant gap in resource constraint environments. Employing an inductive thematic approach, data from peer reviewed and grey Caribbean literature provided culturally authentic insights. Four themes emerged from the analysis: 1) Efficacious Teachers Embody AI Literacy and Competency Skills 2) Shaping Teacher Disposition and Competency: The Influence of Educational Policy; 3)Adapting Professional Development Models for GenAI Integration for STEM Teachers in Resource Constrained Environment is Elusive and 4) Using Mixed Method Research for GenAI Professional Development Intervention Assessment. These reveal the complexities in teacher agency, readiness, pedagogical shifts and policy.The study proposes an adapted professional framework with 20 practical characteristics for the Caribbean context,emphasizing key design considerations. Gathering contextual data is imperative for progress.

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