A Comparison of Internal Benchmarking and the Development of Classroom Research Competency

Abstract

Internal Benchmarking is the process of comparing internal operations within an organization by identifying exemplary individuals with good practices within the organization, comparing differences in work processes, and then integrating these insights into one’s own work by setting goals for change. The process of Internal Benchmarking consists of six steps: Planning, Analysis, Integration, Action, Reflection, and Adaptation. This approach is utilized to enhance research competencies in classrooms, including research skills, leadership and research management abilities, critical thinking skills, communication skills, information technology proficiency, lifelong learning, ethics, and legal compliance. It fosters exemplary outputs, cultivate a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization and enhances the ability to solve learners' learning problems and improve teaching processes. It also helps teachers and researchers to effectively refine teaching methods and develop innovative approaches that are more suited to their specific contexts.