Teaching English Abroad: Challenges and Benefits of SEA Teacher Program Batch 10 Participants in the Philippines

Pradana, Rastra Kukuh (2025) Teaching English Abroad: Challenges and Benefits of SEA Teacher Program Batch 10 Participants in the Philippines. S1 thesis, Universitas Jambi.

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Abstract

This study explores the challenges, strategies used, and benefits experienced by SEA Teacher Program Batch 10 participants from Universitas Jambi who taught English in the Philippines. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with five purposively selected participants and analysed thematically. The findings reveal four primary challenges: curriculum adaptation, classroom management in diverse cultural contexts, linguistic barriers, and cultural sensitivity issues. Participants overcame these difficulties through active observation, collaboration with resource teacher and local students, flexible teaching adaptations, use of technology and non-verbal communication, and the development of cultural empathy. Despite the challenges, the program significantly enhanced participants’ English teaching skills, intercultural communication competence, and personal and professional growth. They reported improved fluency, creativity in teaching, adaptability, and a stronger global perspective. These findings highlight the transformative impact of international teaching practicums and underscore the SEA Teacher Program’s role in preparing culturally responsive and globally minded educators.

Type:	Thesis (S1)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	SEA Teacher Program, International Teaching Practicum, English Language Teaching, Teaching Practicum Challenges, Benefits of Teaching Practicum
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General) L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1603 Secondary Education. High schools L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2361 Curriculum
Divisions:	Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan > Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris
Depositing User:	Pradana
Date Deposited:	02 Jul 2025 03:51
Last Modified:	02 Jul 2025 03:51
URI:	https://repository.unja.ac.id/id/eprint/80948

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