Teachers' Perception about the Use of Reflective Practice in English Language Classrooms

Abstract

The present study aims to investigate the teachers’ perception about the use of reflective practice in English Language classrooms. This study also examines the practicing of reflective teaching by English language teachers at HSSC level and the type they practice most. English language teachers and learners enrolled at intermediate level in colleges of Muzaffarabad city are the population. The sample for this study is randomly selected. It consists of 8 Eight English language teachers and 80 students enrolled at intermediate level from eight different colleges. Mixed method research design is adopted by the researcher. Questionnaire is used as data collection tool. The results show that English language teachers teaching at intermediate level in Muzaffarabad have positive perception and attitudes towards the use of reflective practice in English language classrooms. They practice reflective teaching on regular basis in their classrooms. The most used type of reflective practice by English language teachers is the feedback by students and colleagues. The present study is expected to be beneficial for English language teachers to improve and enhance their performance in the field of education. They will also come across the different ways of conducting reflective practice. The study will be useful also for students and teachers of other subjects. It is recommended that English language teachers should be informed and encouraged towards the use of different ways of conducting reflective practice.