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Title: Reflective Journal Writing: EFL Pre-Service Teachers' Perceptions during Practicum
Language: English
Authors: Hala Almutawa (ORCID 0000-0001-7119-180X), Mai Alfahid (ORCID 0000-0001-5111-0320)
Source: Language Teaching Research Quarterly. 2024 45:140-156.
Availability: European Knowledge Development (EUROKD). e-mail: editorial@eurokd.com; Web site: https://www.eurokd.com/journal/jd/1
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 17
Publication Date: 2024
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Student Journals, Journal Writing, Reflection, Preservice Teachers, Practicums, Program Effectiveness, Student Attitudes, Barriers, Foreign Countries, English (Second Language), Language Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education
Geographic Terms: Kuwait
ISSN: 2667-6753
Abstract: Reflective journal writing is recognized as a valuable tool for pre-service teachers to analyze their teaching experiences and foster professional growth. However, its effectiveness in EFL teacher education in Kuwait remains understudied. This study investigates how systematic reflective journal writing affects pre-service EFL teachers' practicum experiences in Kuwait. The study employs a qualitative case study approach to explore pre-service teachers' perceptions and experiences with reflective journal writing during their practicum. Data was collected through interviews, reflective journals, and document analysis. Preliminary findings suggest that reflective journal writing enhances pre-service teachers' self-awareness, critical thinking, and professional growth. However, challenges related to time constraints and classroom management also emerge. This study highlights the potential of reflective journal writing as a powerful tool for professional development among preservice English language teachers in Kuwait. By exploring the impact of the weekly frequency of reflective journaling on participants' experiences to enhance teacher education programs.
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Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: EJ1456628
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  Data: Reflective journal writing is recognized as a valuable tool for pre-service teachers to analyze their teaching experiences and foster professional growth. However, its effectiveness in EFL teacher education in Kuwait remains understudied. This study investigates how systematic reflective journal writing affects pre-service EFL teachers' practicum experiences in Kuwait. The study employs a qualitative case study approach to explore pre-service teachers' perceptions and experiences with reflective journal writing during their practicum. Data was collected through interviews, reflective journals, and document analysis. Preliminary findings suggest that reflective journal writing enhances pre-service teachers' self-awareness, critical thinking, and professional growth. However, challenges related to time constraints and classroom management also emerge. This study highlights the potential of reflective journal writing as a powerful tool for professional development among preservice English language teachers in Kuwait. By exploring the impact of the weekly frequency of reflective journaling on participants' experiences to enhance teacher education programs.
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