Research-Based Teaching and Learning within a Constructivist Framework: Designing a Phenomenologically-Based Model

  To explain the process of research-based methods of teaching and learning based on the professional knowledge of educational experts, and identify the benchmarks in using such a method, 25 academics at Farhangiyaan University and Ministry of Education were interviewed. The data were used to answer two basic questions: What characterizes research-based teaching and learning, and based on such characteristics can a special model be devised? Triangulation and confirmatory coding was used to ascertain adequate level of validity and reliability. Results show four dimensions for research-based teaching and learning: research- based teaching, research-based learning and practice, communication and accessibility, and support. Each of these dimensions includes indices that are explained in the article.