MA TEFL Students' Reflection on a Practicum Course: A Qualitative Study

Abstract

This study is qualitative in nature and is designed to analyze the experiences and perceptions of a group of MAstudents regarding an MA TEFL practicum course at Hebron University during the second semester of the academic year 2015/2016 and whether their experience improved their flair to convey educational practices to better serve students. The study was steered by experiential learning theory. The participants learned from their experiences, reflected on practical activities during the practicum course and contributed to a better understanding of the integration process between theory and practice. Three research questions addressed MA students’ experiences during the practicum and how those experiences benefited them and allowed them to grow professionally. I concluded with a set of recommendations.