The Development of E-Aishi Interactive Professional Quality Module: Strengthening Preschool Teacher Character through Design and Development Research

This study addresses the critical need to strengthen the professional quality and character of preschool teachers amidst rising challenges in early childhood education. Modern educators are increasingly facing stress, technological adaptation demands and evolving expectations from Generation Alpha learners and Generation Y parents. This research aims to develop the e-AISHI Interactive Professional Quality Module using a Design and Development Research (DDR) approach. The module is designed to be self-paced, technology-driven and reflective to support teachers’ emotional, professional and pedagogical growth. Through three DDR phases as needs analysis, content validation and usability testing. This study validates the module’s relevance and impact. Findings indicate a high consensus among experts and users regarding its usability and potential in addressing emotional burnout, professional efficacy and the holistic character development of preschool teachers.