Thesis (M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and School Improvement)
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Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Perception of teachers and students towards hygiene practice in government primary schools(BRAC University, 2026-04) Roje, Mahbuba Ahmed; Sultana, Dilruba; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentIntroduction: Hygiene practice among primary school children in Bangladesh is still poor despite increasing awareness, and there is still a gap between knowledge and practice. This study explored the perceptions, practices, and barriers to hygiene among government primary school students in semi-urban Dhaka, Bangladesh. Methods: The qualitative study was done at two government primary schools. Semi-structured interviews with 12 students and 6 teachers, two focus group discussions with 20 parents, and structured observation of WASH facilities and student hygiene behaviors were used to gather data. Thematic analysis was applied to analyze the data. Results: The study found that multidimensional hygiene perceptions of students were based on physical cleanliness, health protection and social respectability. There was a considerable knowledge-practice gap that was influenced by knowledge-related, economic, infrastructural, and time-related hurdles. Hygiene behaviors were determined by multilevel factors, such as self-efficacy, maternal role, peer pressure and inadequate school WASH infrastructure. Conclusion: Hygiene needs to be improved systemically, through infrastructure advancement, skills-based curriculum, parental involvement, and policy implementation to achieve sustainability. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Exploring the understanding and practice of brain-based learning (BBL) among English medium school teachers in Dhaka city(BRAC University, 2025-06) Mahmood, Mahnaz; Sultana, Nazmin; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study explores the integration of educational pedagogy (BBL) of English medium schools in Dhaka, focusing on teachers' perceptions, current practices, and the support and challenges they face. Through in-depth interviews with six English-medium school teachers and head teachers, complemented by two classroom observations, this research highlights the impact of BBL tools on student engagement and learning outcomes. Teachers reported increased student interest, improved comprehension through multimedia content, and alignment with diverse learning styles as the learning sustainability increases and learning by doing helps to transform the traditional classroom into student-centered learning. Despite these benefits, challenges such as a lack of training, insufficient resources, and heavy workloads hinder effective implementation. The findings provide valuable insights into the role of BBL in enhancing educational experiences and inform future strategies for effective BBL method integration in international education. Further research is recommended to explore longitudinal impacts and comparative analyses across different regions. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Teachers’ readiness for adopting blended learning approach: In the context of underprivileged schools of Dhaka city(BRAC University, 2026-05) Kundu, Sharmistha; Nahrin, Wasima; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThe readiness of teachers working in underprivileged schools of Dhaka to adopt blended learning was examined in this study. Understanding these resource-constrained settings is key to closing the achievement gap as education goes digital. The research, based on qualitative interviews and observations of schools, finds that teacher readiness is dangerously low, not for lack of will but for system failures. Major barriers include bandwidth poverty, lack of gadgets, and massive administrative work. In addition, skills acquired during the pandemic are being lost to cognitive erosion, and informal peer-learning often breeds social tension. The findings suggest that gadgets alone are not sufficient. To be successful, blended learning requires a structural shift. To achieve digital goals in a sustainable reality both for teachers and students, a major transformation needs like expert-led training, on-site technical support to fair compensation. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Exploring the role of play-based learning in shaping early literacy skills among kindergarten children in Cambodia(BRAC University, 2025-09) Shumi, Sumaia Islam; Rashid, Mamunur; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis qualitative study explores the role of play-based learning in developing early literacy skills among kindergarten children in Cambodia. It focuses on how play activities support literacy, drawing on Vygotsky’s socio-cultural theory and the idea of emergent literacy. The research also considers teachers’ views on using play in literacy lessons, their teaching methods, and the level of student involvement during play. It highlights the challenges teachers face when using play-based methods in their classrooms. Data was collected from kindergarten classrooms in both urban and rural areas of Cambodia through semi-structured interviews with teachers and observations of literacy activities. The study aimed to find common trends, challenges, and opportunities related to play in learning using thematic analysis. The results show that play-based learning improves children’s phonological awareness, vocabulary, storytelling, and understanding of print concepts. However, factors such as large class sizes, limited resources, and inadequate teacher professional development make it challenging to use these methods effectively. Teachers said they need more support from their schools, training tailored to their specific context, and teaching materials that reflect their cultural backgrounds. The study emphasizes the importance of policy changes, increased teacher support, and evidence-based approaches to enhance play-based learning as a crucial component of early literacy programs. These findings can help improve early childhood education by addressing systemic challenges and enhancing teacher skills, particularly in resource-constrained settings like Cambodia. The research also adds to wider discussions about fair and developmentally appropriate early literacy practices. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Understanding home literacy environments: parents' perceptions and practices in government primary schools of Dhaka, Bangladesh(BRAC University, 2026-02) Mim, Naila Sultana; Islam, Hridita; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentInterconnectivity between effects of parents on children in home literacy environment (HLE) is still an under explored area in Bangladesh. The aim of this study is to find relationship between parents and children from government primary schools in order to understand and support home literacy. The study took place in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. Analyzing interviews and observation data from eight families, I looked for parents’ involvement with everyday literacy practices and hurdles they face in the process. Home provides a significant factor for parents to learn. Moreover, mental support plays more pivotal role than books or planned activities to support literacy. It underscores the point that literacy support is interconnected and embedded in caregiving routine, notably by mothers, who also manage household activities. Parents practice their own strategies and techniques. However, they deal with problems of limited resources. By resources, they indicate difficulties with learning, digital distractions, and blame scarcity of school guidance. This study shows importance of home literacy as a contextually grounded practice rooted in environment and emphasizes the need for schools to provide help that fits with the family’s daily lives in government primary schools. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Private english medium school teachers’ perception on social emotional learning (SEL), its classroom practices, and implementation challenges for grade 3–4 children in Dhaka, Bangladesh(BRAC University, 2025-12) Chadni, Sultana; Saha, Somnath; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study explores how teachers in private English medium schools in Dhaka perceive and implement Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Grade 3–4 classrooms. It focuses on teachers’ understanding of SEL, their classroom practices, and the challenges they face in the absence of formal SEL policies or structured training. Using a qualitative approach, the study draws on in-depth interviews with five teachers and classroom observations from two schools following international curricula. Findings indicate that teachers value SEL and integrate it informally through emotional support, relationship-building, and classroom management to promote student well-being. However, these practices are largely intuition-driven rather than guided by structured frameworks, resulting in variation across classrooms. The consistent implementation of SEL is further constrained by time limitations, academic pressure, limited professional training, and uneven institutional support. The study highlights the need for clearer guidance, capacity-building, and contextually relevant SEL strategies to strengthen socio-emotional learning in private English medium school settings. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Exploring the role of parental involvement in learner’s academic experiences in semi-urban english medium schools(BRAC University, 2025-04) Gomes, Juliet G; Anwar, Nafisa; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study investigates how parental involvement shapes students’ academic experiences in semi-urban English-medium schools in Bangladesh, focusing on two case schools in Narayanganj. The purpose was to examine the extent, nature, and barriers of parental involvement and to identify strategies schools might adopt to strengthen parent–school partnerships. Coleman’s Social Capital Theory provided the conceptual framework, highlighting how networks, trust, and shared norms influence collaboration between home and school. A qualitative case study design was employed, using semi-structured interviews with parents, teachers, and school administrators, alongside focus group discussions with students. This multi-perspective approach enabled a deeper understanding of how parental involvement is perceived, practiced, and constrained in the semi-urban context.Findings reveal that although parents demonstrate strong emotional commitment and a genuine desire to support their children, their involvement is often limited by time constraints, parents’ educational backgrounds, and restrictive school procedures. Purposeful engagement is further hindered by deficient communication strategies, a lack of structured extracurricular activities, and the underutilization of platforms such as Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) and School Management Committees (SMCs). Teachers and administrators similarly reported difficulties in engaging parents consistently, citing socio-economic conditions and cultural expectations as key factors. The study concludes that schools can strengthen parent–school partnerships by adopting inclusive communication practices, building parents’ capacity, and implementing culturally responsive strategies. Such measures can foster collaborative educational environments that support not only students’ academic outcomes but also their overall growth and well-being. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Practices of parental involvement in government primary schools(BRAC University, 2025-09) Sultana, Rebeka; Islam, Hridita; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study addressed the significance of parental involvement in children’s education as an essential factor in achieving children’s academic success. However, the existing practices of parental involvement concern challenges to the stakeholders in government primary schools. This study endeavored methods of optimal parental involvement strategies perceived by parents and teachers. Furthermore, this study also explored ways of effective parental involvement practices according to the opinion of parents and teachers. This study undertook a qualitative research framework and semi-structured interviewing procedures to obtain data from 6 primary school teachers. Besides this, 12 parents were chosen for the focus group discussion from both rural and urban primary schools. This study addressed a high requirement of having stronger communication between parents and teachers, which was acknowledged by them, this investigation also uncovered numerous challenges associated with parental engagement process, which are: miscommunication between parents and teachers, parents’ ignorance, illiteracy, poor economic condition. From the teachers’ side; overloaded classroom, workload, and ineffectiveness of PTA activities. In the final analysis, this study revealed certain factors that has been proposed as recommendations by the participants for facilitating productive parental involvement initiatives. These are: Parents’ close connection with children, strong communication with teachers, facilitating parents’ workshops, and strengthening PTA activities by the school authority. The findings determined that respectful collaboration between parents and teachers is crucial for promoting children’s academic performance and comprehensive growth. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Exploring caregiver-child interaction in child care center in Dhaka(BRAC University, 2019-11) Abedin, Syed Shamsul; Yesmin, Sakila; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThe number of working women is increasing with the enhancement of women education in Bangladesh. So, it has become a burning expedition for the working women of the country to secure and educate their children in a sound way. Thus, the need of quality child care center is in rise in the country in the current century. On the other hand, quality child care center refers the quality care through quality caregivers. By the way, quality child care refers a base of constructions which can effective in early childcare, like, responsiveness is responding to the needs of individual children and acknowledging children’s feelings and thoughts and providing opportunities for children to develop. Caregiver-child interaction plays a big role to ensure the quality of child care. Caregiver-child interaction is a fundamental key of early development. Positive caregiver-child interaction refers to sensitive responsiveness, language & cognitive stimulation support for peer interaction, positive warmth, positive affect, reciprocity, and mutuality. Caregiver-child interaction very much important for all the child’s basic physical and psychological needs must be met by one or more people who understand what infants, in general, need and what this child, in particular, wants. However, caregiver-child interaction need early years because of children latter development and for school readiness. Also a limited numbers of studies have been done in this topic, so need to more work on it. The research was an exploratory study which collected in depth information about the knowledge and practices by the caregivers in the child care center`s during caregiving hours. The research was to explore the knowledge and practice, consequently, it followed a qualitative data collection approach. By this method is able to give in-depth knowledge and practice about the caregiver-child interaction. Conversely, 6 caregivers have selected who is working in daycare center in Dhaka city. The researcher used qualitative method. The primary purpose to choose qualitative research approach is to gather in-depth understanding of caregiver-child interaction in child care center. The findings of the study show that, the knowledge of early childhood development varied among caregivers on some aspects but then also similar opinion was found on some aspects, of understandings. Again, the practices among the caregivers were found to be inconsistent with the knowledge shared in most of the aspects. For some factors are influenced on caregiver-child interaction that’s way caregivers lacked in implementing their knowledge while caregiving. A conclusion can be drawn that some factors which influenced caregiver-child interaction. Child-caregiver ratio, skill and training, and educational qualification it will help to address the influencing factors of caregiver-child interaction. Therefore, it can be recommended that adequate professional training on caregiver-child interaction should be provided to the caregivers. On the other hand, to ensure the quality practice of the caregiver’s performance through supervising and monitoring. A large-scale study is required to come up with the right picture of the knowledge and practice of the caregivers in the child care centers. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Adolescents’ perception on extracurricular spaces: a comprehensive exploration of adolescent play lab(BRAC University, 2025-07) Nusrat, Nazia; Nahrin, Wasima; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study explores adolescents’ overall experiences, perceptions, and playful behaviors within the Adolescent Play Lab (APL) in rural Bangladesh. Conducted in four government schools, the research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys, focus group discussions, and observations. The findings suggest that most adolescents view the APL as a positive and engaging environment that promotes creativity, social interaction, and a sense of belonging. Adolescents report enjoying group activities, feeling motivated to participate, and experiencing increased social connectedness. However, some challenges, including limited space and occasional boredom, were noted, highlighting areas for improvement. The study underscores the importance of well-designed play environments in supporting adolescent development, while also identifying issues such as space constraints and gender-related participation gaps. It concludes that incorporating adolescents' feedback is crucial for creating inclusive and meaningful extracurricular spaces, and that minor adjustments in space and activity planning can significantly enhance their experiences. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Primary education for transgender children: available supports and facilities for transgender children in the classroom of government primary schools(BRAC University, 2025-05) Tithi, Jannatul Ferdous; Sultana, Dilruba; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study explores the challenges transgender (TG) students face in primary education, focusing on societal attitudes, institutional barriers, and inclusion efforts. Interviews with two TG students, four teachers, and four parents, along with classroom observations, reveal deep-rooted stigma, with many associating transgender identities with sin or moral corruption. TG students experience bullying, exclusion, and familial rejection, while teachers often lack awareness, reinforcing binary gender norms. Some schools provide support through fee waivers, counseling, and inclusive programs, improving TG students' well-being. However, resistance from parents and staff hinders progress, with some advocating for segregated schooling. While a few teachers foster inclusivity through respectful language and individualized support, systemic discrimination persists. The findings underscore the need for policy reforms, teacher training, gender-neutral facilities, and curriculum integration of gender diversity. Recommendations include sensitization programs, mental health support, and stronger anti-discrimination measures to ensure equitable education for TG students in Bangladesh. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Sexual abuse prevention education in grade 5 of English medium schools of urban areas in Bangladesh(BRAC University, 2020-01) Haider, Nusrat Bintay; Sultana, Dilruba; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis research examines whether sexual abuse prevention education is being provided in English medium schools in urban Bangladesh, specifically for grade 5 students. While the schools' formal curriculum does not include sexual abuse prevention education, teachers and students express a strong interest in integrating such learning opportunities. A qualitative approach was adopted, using online interviews with teachers and students from two schools—one in Dhaka and one in Chattogram—to determine whether any form of sexual abuse prevention education is currently being implemented. The study employed purposive sampling, ensuring voluntary participation, with parental consent obtained for student involvement. Findings reveal that while no structured educational framework exists within the curriculum, teachers and students acknowledge the need for such education and show eagerness to engage in discussions on the topic. The study underscores the importance of formalizing sexual abuse prevention education, ensuring students receive consistent, age-appropriate guidance to recognize and respond to potential abuse. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Government primary school teachers’ perspectives on socio-emotional learning in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh(BRAC University, 2025-06) Sadaf, Mirza Muhammad Tehzib; Mahmood, Ayesha; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThe purpose of this study was to explore government primary school (GPS) teachers' perceptions and practices of socio-emotional learning (SEL) in the context of Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, which is a disaster-prone coastal area, heavily influenced by the presence of Rohingya refugees. The research employed a qualitative approach. Three GPSs in Ukhiya and Ramu Upazila were selected using purposeful sampling. A total of three Head Teachers (HTs) and twelve Assistant Teachers (ATs) participated in six Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), three Focus Group Interviews (FGIs), and six Classroom Observations, all based on Convenience Sampling. A thematic analysis was done to find the main ideas in the data. The findings suggested that most teachers lacked a structured understanding of SEL. Classroom observations revealed that there were gaps in stated beliefs and classroom actions. Many of the teachers acknowledged that whatever forms of training they received on SEL were limited and indirect. The thesis recommends implementing SEL training for teachers that is culturally and contextually relevant, aligned with the curriculum and includes supporting materials created in Bangla, along with a peer-support system to provide feedback for teachers. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Understanding the assessment anxiety among primary grade students: study in GPS of Dhaka city(BRAC University, 2025-04) Shahrin, Samantha; Anwar, Nafisa; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentAssessment is an integral part of education landscape; however, it can bring unintended challenges for the students. This study tries to explore the presence, causes and impact of assessment anxiety among the young learners of the government primary Schools of Dhaka city along with finding ways to overcome the negative effects of assessment anxiety. This research drew data from students, teachers and education experts through Focus Group Discussions and In-depth interview and found that assessment anxiety is present in forms of several physical and emotional symptoms among the primary grade students of the government primary schools in Dhaka. The highlighted contributing factors to this anxiety are the high-stake nature of summative assessment, parents’ and teachers’ perception of assessment, societal and institutional pressure, resulting in emotional distress and low-quality academic performance even after studying hard. This paper recommends a balance in assessment methods incorporating formative assessment, ensuring healthier assessment environment for students, shifting mindsets of teachers and parents regarding assessment to overcome this anxiety. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Teacher’s perception about student-centered learning in the government primary schools(BRAC University, 2025-07) Afroze, Irin Jahan; Mahmood, Ayesha; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentStudent-centered learning represents a pedagogical approach that places students at the center of the educational process, emphasizing their active participation and individual needs. This approach has gained significant attention in Bangladesh's educational reform guided by the National Curriculum Framework 2021. In this regard, the aim of this qualitative study was to explore teachers' perceptions of student-centered learning in government primary schools in Bangladesh. The research site and participants were selected with purposive sampling. This research explored current practices and perceptions according to ten assistant teachers from four government primary schools through in-depth interviews and classroom observations. The qualitative data was analyzed using thematic analysis following Creswell's six-step approach, with transcribed interviews coded and grouped into themes validated through member checking. As a result, this study found common practices including group work, peer learning, interactive activities, and teachers' role as facilitators. Teachers held positive attitudes toward student-centered learning and recognized its benefits for enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Though, teachers faced substantial systemic barriers including large class sizes of 40-60 students, infrastructure limitations, time constraints, and limited parental understanding that hindered effective implementation. However, teachers demonstrated openness to the approach and made efforts to introduce student-centered elements while managing these constraints. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Play-based pedagogy in urban and rural government pre-primary schools in Bangladesh: an exploratory study(BRAC University, 2025-07) Akter, Shahanaz; Mahmood, Ayesha; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis qualitative study explores the implementation of play-based pedagogy in urban and rural pre-primary government schools in Bangladesh, focusing on teacher knowledge, training, and resource availability. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews from 12 teachers, focus group discussions from 24 parents, and classroom observations from six schools, using convenience sampling. Thematic analysis was applied to examine key themes regarding perceptions, practices, and challenges in both contexts. The study found that urban schools, with better resources and training, effectively integrate play-based learning, while rural schools face significant barriers such as inadequate training, and limited resources. The findings highlight the need for targeted policy interventions to address these disparities, stressing continuous teacher development, resource allocation, and community involvement. The study concludes that play-based pedagogy supports cognitive, social, and emotional development, essential for academic success, and calls for overcoming systemic barriers to ensure equal opportunities for all children. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Teaching speech-delayed children in inclusive English medium preschools in Dhaka: strategies, challenges, and institutional support(BRAC University, 2025-07) Hossain, Tanzina; Sultana, Nazmin; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentSupporting children with speech delay is a critical concern in early childhood education, especially in inclusive classroom environments. This study explores how English-medium preschool teachers in Dhaka teach and support speech-delayed children within inclusive settings. The study investigates three key areas- the teaching strategies employed by teachers, the challenges they face while working with speech-delayed children, and the institutional support available to them. A qualitative research approach was used to conduct this study. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews with two preschool teachers and classroom observations of their teaching practices. Thematic analysis of the data revealed that teachers employed various inclusive strategies such as individualized attention, use of non-verbal communication, visual aids, multisensory teaching, peer support, and regular guidance for parents. Teachers demonstrated creativity and adaptability in their methods despite notable challenges. These challenges included large class sizes, behavioral issues, lack of specialized training, limited resources, and inconsistent parental cooperation. Although institutional support was limited, teachers expressed the need for smaller class sizes, recruitment of special educators, and increased parental involvement. This study has implications for teacher training, curriculum planning, and policy support for inclusive education. It contributes to a deeper understanding of current classroom practices, teacher needs, and areas for systemic improvement to better support speech-delayed children in English medium preschools. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Exploring the policy-practice gap in blended learning: challenges and perspectives of public and private university faculties in Dhaka(BRAC University, 2025-06) Nadi, Senjuti Shonima; Sultana, Nazmin; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentBlended learning, combining face-to-face teaching with digital instruction, has become a central focus in higher education reforms worldwide. In Bangladesh, national efforts—particularly by the University Grants Commission—have encouraged universities to adopt this approach. However, the gap between policy directives and everyday classroom practice remains wide. This study explores how faculty members at public and private universities in Dhaka experience and implement blended learning within this evolving policy landscape. Using a qualitative case study method, the research draws on interviews with faculty to uncover key challenges, including limited policy awareness, infrastructural shortcomings, lack of training, and high teaching loads. Despite these barriers, many faculty members adapt creatively—balancing online tools with in-person sessions, especially in theory-heavy courses. The findings highlight a readiness to embrace blended learning, provided that institutions offer stronger support systems and clearer implementation strategies. The study concludes that aligning national policy with institutional realities and faculty needs is essential for sustainable integration of blended models. It offers practical recommendations to bridge this policy-practice gap, including targeted investment in infrastructure, tailored professional development, and clearer communication of guidelines. These insights contribute to the ongoing conversation about digital learning in developing contexts and provide a pathway for more effective implementation in Bangladesh’s higher education sector. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Primary graduate’s challenges for accruing four skills of English language: the scenario of rural primary school of Chattogram, Bangladesh(BRAC University, 2025-04) Hanna, Tajnin Noor; Anwar, Nafisa; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentI have done this study to find the difficulties rural primary school students’ in the Chattogram region of Bangladesh, in the process of learning the fundamental English language competencies that are speaking, writing, listening, and reading. Mainly in light of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach, which had introduced since late 1990s within the curriculum of Bangladesh. Students in rural areas still struggle with English competency, particularly in speaking and listening abilities, despite government initiatives to encourage English as a secondary language. To gain insights into the issues faced by learners and educators, I utilized a qualitative research strategy. I conducted focus group discussions (FGD) with primary learners and in-depth interviews with the primary schools’ teachers and education experts. The results showed that there are a lot of obstacles, such as not enough CLT training for teachers, huge class numbers, lack of resources, and the impact of regional dialects on students' ability to understand communicative English that as a result creating fear of speaking the language, inactive participation and rote-based learning among the students. Poverty, inconsistent school attendance, and absent or unsupportive parents are other socioeconomic variables that impede students' ability to learn English following a communicative way. In my study, I suggested initiatives, such as better training for teachers, taking CLT approaches in the classrooms, and creating more resources for practicing communicative English for students from low-income backgrounds, for bringing the improvement in learners' acquisition capacity of learning English. I have also provided important recommendations for educators and policymakers who are working on the policy reformation of English language learning method by shedding light on the systemic problems that affect this field. Open Accesslistelement.badge.dso-type Item , Exploring the integration of technology as a pedagogical tool among government primary school teachers in Bangladesh(BRAC University, 2025-03) Afrin, Touhida; Hossain, Mokarram; BRAC Institute of Educational DevelopmentThis study examines the integration of technology as a pedagogical tool among government primary school teachers in Bangladesh using the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework. It explores teachers’ knowledge, practices, and challenges in adopting digital tools for classroom instruction. A qualitative approach was used, including semi-structured interviews and classroom observations with teachers from Dhaka and Chattogram. Findings reveal that while teachers recognize the benefits of technology for student engagement, they face barriers such as inadequate training, limited resources, and lack of institutional support. Additionally, a digital divide exists between urban and rural schools, affecting equitable access to technology. This study contributes to discussions on educational technology in Bangladesh, highlighting the need for policy reforms, improved professional development, and enhanced infrastructure to support effective technology integration in primary education