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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
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English Language Teaching in Thailand: Filipino Teachers' Experiences and Perspectives
Ulla, Mark B.
Issues in Educational Research, v28 n4 p1080-1094 2018
English language teaching and learning is vital for the development of the country and its people. In Thailand, English language teaching has become one of the most popular jobs both for native and non-native English speaker-teachers. However, only a few studies have been conducted to identify and describe English language education in the Thailand. This study presents the experiences of 9 Filipino university and college English teachers and their perceptions on the teaching of English as a foreign language in Thailand. The method used was in-depth individual interviews. Findings reveal that although Filipino teachers were positive about teaching English to Thai students, they perceived that English language teaching in the country is a challenging task because of students' lack of interest in the English language; lack of exposure to and support for an English speaking environment; unclear and unsuitable English language curriculum; and lack of teacher professional development. Implications are discussed and suggestions for future studies are offered.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language), Language Teachers, Foreign Nationals, Teaching Experience, College Faculty, Teacher Attitudes, Teaching Methods, Lesson Plans, Student Motivation, Motivation Techniques, Teacher Student Relationship
Western Australian Institute for Educational Research Inc. 5/202 Coode Street, Como, Western Australia 6152, Australia. e-mail: editor@iier.org.au; Web site: http://www.waier.org.au
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Thailand
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