Culture plays crucial role in teaching. It influences how teachers think, behave, percieve and communicate. Cultural specificity also impacts the educational context, requiring teachers to find ways to meet the diverse needs of students with different experiences, skills, and interests . Understanding the influence of culture helps teachers establish better communication with students and adapt their teaching methods accordingly .

Academic culture significantly shapes teaching practices by influencing pedagogical approaches, curriculum design, and assessment methods. The prevailing values, research priorities, and educational philosophies within academia directly impact how instructors structure their courses and engage with students.

For instance, in a research-oriented academic culture, instructors may prioritize integrating cutting-edge research findings into their teaching, fostering a culture of inquiry and critical thinking among students. This emphasis on staying current with academic advancements can shape the content and methodology of instruction.

Academic culture definitely influences the practice of teachers, but it must be enriched over time. This means that it must adapt to current needs to train students who can perform and develop both personally and professionally. It is essential that this culture takes the things that serve it to meet the demands of the global world to which we belong. Teachers must develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes in students, but values must also be reinforced.

If during your training you are surrounded by excellent teachers and try to learn about teaching procedures suitable for today, you will certainly receive excellent training and be properly prepared to practice teaching with excellence.

In some situations, the teachers are bound to change their teaching methodology and selection of materials according to the academic culture. A non-Arab teacher; for example, who is teaching in an Arabic speaking country must make changes to his methodology and material selection for successful and better teaching-learning outcomes...

Interesting question and replies.

I agree, the academic culture certainly influences teaching practices.

I think most educators learn a lot about teaching practices through initial or in-service training courses at universities, where they are taught by academics.

Of course, this may take time. For example, here in Greece, universities tend to suggest students in education courses, trainee teachers etc to adjust in inquiry-based teaching practices, effective use of ICT in teaching, and learner-centered instruction. Gradually, more and more teachers appreciate these pracitces and try to implement them. Moreover, the Ministry and Government introduce relevant curricula and textbooks. As mentioned, it takes time, but it happens.

Academic culture can shape teaching practices by influencing pedagogical approaches, assessment methods, and the emphasis on research. In environments valuing innovation, teaching may incorporate cutting-edge concepts, while traditional cultures may favor established methods. Additionally, a strong research focus may prioritize faculty research over teaching, impacting the time and energy dedicated to classroom instruction. Overall, academic culture plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience within institutions.

I think the correlation between the academic culture and teaching practices should be evaluated in a research using the Mann–Whitney U test.

I agree, the academic culture certainly influences teaching practices.

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Values and Norms: The prevailing values and norms within an academic institution shape how teaching is approached. For instance, a culture that values research highly may prioritize research-led teaching, where course content is heavily influenced by the latest research findings.

Pedagogical Approaches: Academic cultures that emphasize innovation and critical thinking may encourage the use of active learning, problem-based learning, and other student-centered pedagogical approaches. Conversely, more traditional cultures might lean towards lecture-based teaching.

Professional Development: Institutions with a strong culture of continuous improvement and professional development often provide more opportunities for faculty to attend workshops, training, and conferences, which can lead to the adoption of new and effective teaching practices.

Collaboration and Interdisciplinarity: Academic cultures that promote collaboration and interdisciplinary work can lead to more integrative teaching

Overall, academic culture acts as a framework within which teaching practices are developed and implemented, affecting everything from curriculum design to classroom interactions and assessment methods.