A qualitative study on the perceptions of preservice EFL teachers and practicum advisors on preparedness

Authors : İbrahim Kaya, Gonca Subaşı

Pages : 741-755

Doi:10.30783/nevsosbilen.1438350

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Publication Date : 2024-06-25

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The current research is a qualitative study carried out using an explanatory research design. The purpose of this study is to examine pre-service EFL teachers\' levels of perceived preparation and the notion of \"preparedness to teach.\" Practicum Advisors (PA) and pre-service EFL teachers (PT), both groups being members of the same Department, participated in semi-structured interview sessions to gather data. The online semi-structured interviews involved eight practicum advisors and a total of eighteen PTs. A semi-structured interview analysis focusing on the definition of \"preparedness to teach\" identifies several essential elements, including dispositions/personal traits, pedagogical knowledge/skills, prior preparation, and interpersonal abilities. Education policy, teacher education programs, practicum/internship, and individual characteristics are found to have an impact on pre-service teachers\' perceived preparation.
Keywords : Hazır bulunuşluk, Algı, İngilizce öğretmen adayları, Staj danışmanları

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