A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHER EDUCATION PRACTICES IN TURKEY

Year 2015, Volume: 3 Issue: 1, 128 - 143, 30.04.2015

Fatma Tokoz Goktepe

Abstract

The world is quickly turning into a global village due to the advancements that have been made in science and technology. It has therefore become necessary for various cultures to learn languages other than their native ones so that they can integrate with others across the globe. With English being spoken across many cultures around the world, the Turkish education system has given it a place of prominence in its national development. This paper analyzes the current English language teacher education practices in Turkey. The history of its development to the current state is initially discussed and then its efficacy concerning strengths and weaknesses are analyzed by providing some constructive recommendations.

Keywords

English language, teacher education, Turkish education system

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