Workplace-Based Training: Professional Development of Future Teachers

On October 30, 2026, A. B. Mambetalieva, Senior Lecturer of the Department of English Language and Literature at the Institute of Philology, Jalal-Abad State University named after B. Osmonov, visited Secondary School No. 9 named after R. Sanatbayev in the city of  Manas. During the visit, she conducted workplace-based training for fourth-year students in the field of Philological Education, profile Foreign (English) Language, who were undertaking their professional teaching practicum.

The main objective of the training was to support students in applying their theoretical knowledge in a real school environment, strengthening their teaching skills, and enhancing their professional competence.

As part of the training, the students' English lessons were reviewed, along with their lesson plans, calendar-thematic plans, and practicum reports prepared in accordance with the work plan. Particular attention was paid to lesson organization, the selection of teaching materials and activities, the use of interactive teaching methods, and classroom interaction.

In addition, the student teachers received methodological guidance on effective lesson planning, selecting appropriate teaching strategies, developing learners' language skills, and managing classroom time effectively. The use of digital educational resources and techniques for conducting self-assessment and lesson analysis were also discussed.

During the meeting, the students shared the challenges they had encountered throughout their teaching practicum and received answers to their questions. Individual recommendations were provided to address identified shortcomings, improve lesson delivery, and further develop their teaching experience.