Abstract
Teachers actively expand their professional expertise as they prepare to instruct and engage with learners, colleagues, and peers within the academic community. Understanding teachers' perspectives on professional development is paramount as it enables them to adapt to the evolving curriculum and the integration of technology. Previous research underscores the ever-changing nature of the school curriculum, especially with the introduction of Information Communication Technology (ICT), necessitating continuous professional development for teachers in the educational sector. Researchers have emphasized that teacher training effects impacts not only teaching quality, pedagogical approaches, and student outcomes. This study uses a constructivist interpretivist paradigm to guide its investigation, gathering data through interviews, lesson observations, and qualitative questionnaires. The study's objective is not to establish an ultimate truth but to offer a specific perspective and derive meaningful insights into the subject of inquiry. The findings underscore the pressing need for teacher professional development, revealing a gap in the training of educators, particularly in the context of Natural Science and Technology instruction. This study highlighted the negative perceptions among Natural Science and Technology teachers regarding their preparedness in areas such as coding and robotics. It is evident that additional professional development and training are essential to equip these teachers with the necessary skills to integrate these technical elements into their lessons seamlessly integrate these technological elements into their lessons. This, in turn, promotes a learner-centered classroom environment that fosters authenticity and creativity among learners. In accordance with teachers' perceptions, it becomes evident that Natural Science and Technology educators require extended training opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of coding and robotics, thus enhancing their ability to impart knowledge effectively to their learners.