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This study investigates the effectiveness of a teacher training program and subsequent teaching practice aimed at enhancing basic English ability among high school students. It was conducted with 12 pre-service English teachers in Gangwon Province, Korea. The program consisted of a 14-week training session linked to the ‘Utilizing ICT for English Education’ course, followed by a 6-week teaching practice. To assess its impact, a combination of varied data collection methods was employed throughout the semester, including weekly in-depth team discussions, a detailed survey, and an extensive whole class conference. The analysis focused on how both training and teaching practice influenced the pre-service teachers’ ability to develop their students’ basic English skills. Descriptive statistics calculated with SPSS Statistics 29 analyzed Likert-scale survey data, while qualitative data from team discussions and the conference were thoroughly and systematically coded. Findings clearly indicate significant improvements in the instructional skills of the pre-service teachers. Additionally, the study highlights the ongoing challenges in basic English education and emphasizes the need for tailored teaching strategies that accommodate the diverse learning needs of high school students. Ultimately, these results affirm the importance of continuous development in teacher training programs to adapt to educational demands and societal changes effectively.
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