An evaluative study of the English language practicum program at the college of languages and translation at al-imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic university

Abstract EN

This study was conducted to evaluate the English language practicum program at the College of Languages and Translation at Al- Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh.

The sample of this study consisted of 34 participants including female student teachers and supervisors.

The data were gathered by means of a thirtyone item questionnaire.

The gathered data were analyzed by using SPSS software.

The study revealed that all participants were satisfied with the organization of the practicum program provided by the College although some participants confirmed that one semester of teaching practice was not enough.

Moreover, almost all articipants were satisfied with the role of the university supervisor in the practicum experience.

Concerning the program in general, all participants supported the idea that the program enabled students to be qualified EFL teachers.

In addition, all participants are satisfied with the program regarding planning and implementing lessons in the class though student teachers agreed that there should be more emphasis on developing some teaching skills such as classroom management.

On the other hand, a large number of participants were not satisfied with the role of the cooperating teachers and schools.

Finally, both students and supervisors strongly supported the idea of having microteaching sessions in methodology courses.

These sessions will provide more opportunities for the student teachers to practice their teaching skills before moving to schools