The effects of micro teaching method on pre-service teachers' efficacy belief and attitude towards teaching profession

Abstract

The objective of the study is to examine the effects of micro teaching on pre-service teachers' efficacy and attitudes towards teaching profession. The one group pretest-posttest experimental design was used in the study. The study group was composed of 30 pre-service teachers at Pamukkale University. The data were collected by administering the "Teachers' Sense of Efficacy Scale (TSES)" and "The Attitude Scale towards Teaching (ASTT)". As a result of the study it has been found that micro teaching has a positive effect on pre-service teachers' efficacy belief and their attitudes towards teaching profession. In addition, it has also seen that pre-service teachers described micro teaching method as it prepares for teaching profession, develops teaching skills by establishing a connection between theory and practice, develops professional self-confidence, gives an opportunity to self-evaluation and correction, helps to overcome excitement during micro teaching experiences and an enjoyable and active method.