Abstract

Conclusion. Faculty teaching beliefs are formed and can be further shaped as they engage in learning within and outside academe. The findings suggest that supportive institutional environments can facilitate faculty learning to promote faculty engagement in a specific teaching method.

Keywords: Faculty teaching, teaching beliefs, higher education, teaching, Azerbaijan

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