Microteaching Reflective Practices to Enhance the Teaching Efficacy of English Language Pre-Service Teachers
Keywords:
English language pre-service teacher, English language teaching, microteaching, reflective practices, teaching efficacyAbstract
This study examines the role of microteaching reflective practices in enhancing the teaching efficacy of 22 English language pre-service teachers in the Master of Arts Program in English Language Teaching (MA. ELT) at an international university in Thailand. Twenty-two pre-service teachers’ reflection papers, ranging from 350 to 500 words, were analyzed to address the research question. The study utilized a qualitative approach through thematic analysis of reflection papers and investigated how microteaching reflective practices contribute to pre-service teachers’ teaching efficacy. The findings indicate several advantages of microteaching. These include pre-service teachers’ awareness of the importance of feedback, their ability to reflect on and embrace teaching limitations, the development of teaching competence, the cultivation of a positive attitude toward teaching, fostering self-discipline and responsibility, learning from peers, positioning students as the heart of the lesson, understanding the importance of lesson planning, and autonomy in selecting materials. However, the study also identifies constraints and challenges associated with microteaching. These include concerns about the lack of authenticity in simulated teaching environments and apprehensions about classroom management issues. Pre-service teachers recognize the constructive implications of microteaching reflective practices in enhancing their teaching efficacy. Despite some reservations, the study underscores the importance of providing opportunities for reflection to improve teaching effectiveness. Pedagogically, these findings emphasize the significance of incorporating reflective practices into teaching preparation programs to prepare future educators for the complexities of real-world teaching environments.
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