Systematization of pedagogical experiences in the EFL teaching training program

Abstract

Abstract: The purpose of this paper, titled Systematization of pedagogical experiences in the EFL teaching training program, is to reflect on the teaching practices carried out as an observer and as the main teacher in the Practicum 1 and 2 courses. Twelve classes in total, six as an observer and six as the primary instructor were analyzed. Likewise, each class's planning, linguistic aspects, learning management, and methodology were analyzed. Students and teachers of basic education and high school from public institution in Quito participated in this study. In addition, the author's practices as the primary instructor in both face-to-face and virtual environments were analyzed. Observation sheets and practicums' final reports served as the primary instruments of the qualitative research design. It is concluded that the planning aspect was the most significant factor, as it influences how the student receives language input. Likewise, this document allowed to recognize the importance of planning, linguistic aspects, learning management and methodology, to get dynamic classes, achieve meaningful student learning, which will allow to develop skills that students´ can use in different aspects of life.