The ontology of teaching in transcultural contexts: Four voices of competence. (November 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Witsel, Mieke; Boyle, Andrea
• Is Part Of: Journal of hospitality, leisure, sport & tourism education. Volume 21:Part B(2017)
• Page Start: 154
• Page End: 162
• Publication Date: 2017-11
• Subjects: Transnational education -- Competence -- Teaching -- Multiculturalism -- Intercultural communication -- Phenomenology; Hospitality industry -- Study and teaching -- Periodicals; Leisure industry -- Study and teaching -- Periodicals; Recreation industry -- Study and teaching -- Periodicals; Tourism -- Study and teaching -- Periodicals; 338.4791071
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jhlste.2017.06.002
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1473-8376

Abstract

Abstract: In the growing body of research on globalisation of education, many studies focus on epistemology: knowledge and skills underlying the 'doing' of teaching practices. Herein, however, the ontological aspect of 'being a teacher' is neglected. This study developed a new holistic model to assist teachers working in transcultural settings. The model was applied to rich data engendered by a phenomenological study of four academics. Findings showed the academics' sense of identity and value systems were expressed and modified, illustrating that a focus on epistemology alone does not necessarily ensure competent practice. These voices grant insights into successful transcultural teaching approaches. Graphical abstract: