Exploring the Influencing Factors and Driving Mechanism of Learner Satisfaction in Big Idea Teaching in Chengdu, China

Abstract

There is a burgeoning interest in the concept of 'big-idea' teaching, aimed at refining learning objectives and enhancing the quality of curricula. The objective is to critically assess the pivotal elements contributing to learner satisfaction in 'big-idea' teaching and to further delve into the exploration of management methodologies or strategies through the lens of learner satisfaction.
This research is operationalized through a 'big-idea' teaching experiment conducted over a period of 32 weeks, from September 2022 to July 2023. The study involves 286 senior high school students from Shuangliu Art and Sports Middle School, participating in an English 'big-idea' teaching sample class. The findings indicate that learner expectations, perceived quality, and perceived value are significant determinants of learner satisfaction. These insights not only provide theoretical substantiation for the study of 'big-idea' teaching but also offer practical implications for its implementation, as well as for the broader realm of management and pedagogical strategies in the context of Chinese high school education.