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of teachers in the education process. The video tools sustain reflective learning, and
that with the help of these tools, the problems that may occur in the teaching and
learning process can be perceived and defined. This method boosts the confidence
and the trainee becomes aware of personal skills. Video recordings can not only be
used for signifying teaching assistants’ behaviors but can also be used for the analysis
of microteaching.

Another notable advantage is the immediate feedback that is provided after
each practice session as microteaching is video recorded (Ramesh, 2012). As a result,
the viewing of the class recordings followed by the feedback and discussion,
microteaching points out the strengths and weaknesses of each case.

Feedback is usually provided orally and in written forms developed for this
purpose, but with technology growing at a fast pace, Google forms questionnaires are
employed to get a quick result. Apart from the noticeable advantages, the
microteaching procedure has also some disadvantages. The most commonly observed
disadvantage is artificiality, as microteaching takes place in an artificially created
environment which may not replicate reallife classroom situation exactly (He & Yan,
2011). Also, it is easy to manage virtual class students and maintaining discipline. As a
result, microteaching seems to some extent limit preservice teachers’ development of
reallife classroom teaching competence (He & Yan, 2011). There is a possibility in some
cases where the observant may be reluctant to sincerely answer the questionnaires,
comment, or provide feedback.

Nonetheless, microteaching is a useful training tool that bridges the gap
between theoretical and practical aspects of teaching. Thus, if it is implemented
appropriately, microteaching can be a beneficial learning tool (Ralph, 2014).

Jazan University is determined to introduce new educational and training
policies and systems that will enhance the efficiency of human capital in line with the
Kingdom Vision 2030 to achieve comprehensiveness, quality, and flexibility and serve
all segments of the society to promote the Kingdom's regional leadership and
international competitiveness. Saudi Vision 2030 also focuses on innovation in
advanced technologies and entrepreneurship to improve the quality of education. Al
Ardhah University College is committed to fully support the initiatives taken by Jazan
University to achieve the goals and to provide opportunities for all through highquality
education, technology, and training.

Method

Nowadays it is a technique practiced worldwide, providing teachers an
opportunity to upgrade their skills (Ramesh, 2012, Mergler & Tangen, 2010). For
research purposes, a case study was conducted, studying preservice teacher education
of two newly recruited teaching assistants of the Department of English at Al Ardhah

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