The Role of Professional Association in Developing Teacher Performance on ELT (A Study on APSPBI)
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https://doi.org/10.56630/jme.v10i1.804Keywords:
Professional, Association and Teachers’ ELT DevelopmentAbstract
The field of ELT is advancing rapidly, requiring English teachers to adapt to these changes. Additionally, it is not enough for a teacher to independently implement all that ELT offers; they need to collaborate to share and discuss their insights. This small-scale research survey aims to present the reader with alternative strategies for professional development. The participant in the study was a member of APSPBI, selected through purposive sampling, and I conducted an online interview to collect the necessary data. The findings were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The analysis revealed that APSPBI engages in regular activities that support the professional development of an ELT teacher. Furthermore, APSPBI could serve as an alternative association for a teacher seeking to enhance their professionalism in ELT.
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