Guidelines for Prospective EFL Teachers in Saudi Arabia.

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Teachers; Practitioners

Arabic; Classroom Techniques; Cultural Context; Education; English (Second Language); Family Life; Foreign Countries; Information Sources; Instructional Materials; International Educational Exchange; Islamic Culture; Job Search Methods; Language Teachers; Orientation Materials; Politics; Religion; Sociocultural Patterns; Teacher Role

Orientation materials for prospective teachers of English as a foreign language (EFL) in Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries contains information about factors affecting EFL teaching in the classroom. Topics discussed include religion, family, politics, education, English-Arabic language differences, teaching approaches, and the teacher as a representative of his or her own culture. Information is also given for finding a job, including a list of schools and organizations offering EFL courses in Saudi Arabia, and some employment services. Specific suggestions for job interviews and information on books, materials, and resources currently available to teachers in Saudi Arabia are also presented. A bibliography of relevant and useful articles, books, and guides is appended. (MSE)

1986

ED267611