Practicum Obstacles at Najran University “Students’ Teachers Perspectives”

Abstract

This study aimed at investigating practicum difficulties at Najran University (NU) from students' teachers perspective. Results showed that most serious obstacles in practicum courses in the five domains, according to their importance, were as follows; collaborative school, school principal, cooperative teacher, educational supervisor and preparation program procedures. Results also showed statistically significant differences in all obstacles domains due to student's major and in favor of scientific majors, but not to training school type. The study also suggested some recommendation including the need for continuous development of practicum program, holding workshops for students during training as well as coordinating with different interested parties.

Keywords: practicum, obstacles, Najran University, students' teachers, educational supervisor.