UNDERSTANDING OF TEACHER IN PEKAN DISTRICT ON 21st CENTURY LEARNING

The purpose of the study is to identify the level of understanding of teachers in 21st Century Learning. 21st Century Learning is introduced and carried out by the Malaysia Education Ministry in schools. The study used a quantitative approach where questionnaires are used to collect data. The respondents consisted of 385 primary school teachers that were teaching in Pekan District. The data are analyzed by using Statistical Packages for The Social Science (SPSS) version 23. The descriptive data used are mean and standard deviation while the inferential data used are independent t-test and one-way ANOVA test. The data collected are analyzed by 6 constructs such as the common knowledge of 21st-century learning, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, positive values, and etiquette. The inferential data showed there are no significant differences between male and female teachers on the level of understanding of teachers on the 21st Century Learning. Meanwhile, there is a significant difference in the level of understanding of teachers on the 21st Century Learning by the experience of teaching. The study helps teachers and schools to carry on adaptation on their teaching to more toward 21st-century learning. The study also helps the Malaysia Education Ministry to identify the advantages and weaknesses of the 21st Century Learning Kit. The improvement done will help ensure the 21st Century Learning can be practiced by teachers in school.