Design and validation of a self-perception instrument on the use of scientific knowledge in teaching practice

In the educational context, the transmission of scientific evidence to the classroom is essential to improve the quality of education and to develop effective research-based practices. However, in the interplay between teachers, researchers, political and educational institutions, there are a number of barriers that hinder this transmission. According to several studies, these difficulties arise from the lack of teacher training, work overload, the difficulty of accessing scientific articles, the existence of unethical behaviour and the instability of the Spanish educational system.