Volume 14, Number 1

Exploring the Effect of Peace Education Intervention on the Knowledge and Attitudes of Myanmar Pre-Service Teachers

  Authors

Wint Zaw Htet ^1,2, ¹Okayama University, Japan, ²Taunggyi Education Degree College, Myanmar

  Abstract

The main aim of this study is to promote awareness among pre-service teachers regarding peace education in Myanmar. It seeks to explore whether the peace education intervention has any effect on the knowledge and attitudes of pre-service teachers. This study was conducted using an experimental method and a semi-structured interview as a qualitative approach to determine pre-service teachers’ knowledge and attitudes toward promoting peace education. The peace education intervention program was conducted during the 2nd and 3rd weeks of June 2025. The participants included 35 pre-service teachers from the selected education degree college, of whom 6 participants were chosen for the semi-structured interviews. Data analysis was performed using thematic analysis, and the results indicated that pre-service teachers’ definitions of peace reflect their real-life situations based on their experiences. Moreover, pre-service teachers believed that peace education is an essential element for the country’s development and serves as a tool for resolving conflicts that affect children’s learning opportunities. Most pre-service teachers demonstrated an enhanced understanding of peace education and its values, along with a more positive mindset and greater self-awareness. It was found that they experienced significant changes in both their knowledge and attitudes, achieving all the intended objectives through the intervention within three days, indicating that it was effective to some extent. This study suggests that integrating peace education into teacher training programs can effectively promote peace education.

  Keywords

Peace Education Intervention, Knowledge and Attitudes, Myanmar Pre-Service Teachers