Classroom Effectiveness

In the era of technological developments and the significant growth of artificial intelligence technologies, educational systems are also forced to adapt to these changes. One of the most important components of quality in the educational system is the effectiveness of teachers' classroom management. The aim of this study was to study the role of artificial intelligence in the effectiveness of teachers' classroom management. This study was conducted using a qualitative-content analysis method. The research field included the information domain of artificial intelligence and the method of purposive sampling to the point of data saturation. A number of 38 units of conversation with artificial intelligence were selected for the study using a screening method (search keywords, meaningfulness of information, relevance of information, accuracy of information, quality of information). The method of collecting information was questioning from Chat GPT and Jasper. Data analysis was based on the classification of open concepts, main categories, and comprehensive concepts. To ensure the validity and validation of the data, the reliability, confirmability, and transferability methods were used. In general, the results showed that the role of artificial intelligence in the effectiveness of teachers' classroom management at five levels (cognitive, managerial, educational, motivational-psychological, and evaluation) is significant.

Reflective practice is widely recognized as a cornerstone of teacher professional growth and effective classroom teaching. This study investigated its impact on Iranian EFL teachers’ development and their students’ learning outcomes, specifically focusing on engagement and academic achievement. A nine-month longitudinal mixed-methods study was conducted with 30 Iranian EFL teachers (aged 24–50) selected based on snow ball sampling technique and 300 students (mixed gender, aged 12–18, intermediate proficiency) taught by those teachers from Safir Language Academy in Tehran. Teachers engaged in structured reflective activities, including journaling, peer discussions, and guided reflection sessions. Data were collected through reflective journals, semi-structured interviews, and student performance assessments, and were analyzed using thematic analysis and paired samples t -tests. The findings revealed that reflective practice enhanced teachers’ self-awareness and adaptability in instructional strategies, while students of reflective teachers demonstrated higher engagement and improved academic achievement. Barriers such as time constraints and limited institutional support were also identified. Overall, the study highlights the transformative potential of reflective practice in advancing teacher professional development and promoting more effective EFL classrooms in the Iranian context.