Developing Methodological Competence of Pre-service Efl Teachers Through a Digital Technology–based Step-by-step Training Model: an Integrative-didactic Approach
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: This study examines the effectiveness of a digital technology–based, step-by-step training model designed to develop methodological competence among pre-service EFL teachers in a digital pedagogical environment. The model integrates diagnostic monitoring, multimodal learning resources, virtual lesson design, microteaching with video analysis, and reflective assessment through e-portfolios and learning analytics. A quasi-experimental design was employed with an experimental group receiving the intervention and a comparison group following conventional methodology instruction. Data were collected through (a) a methodological competence rubric aligned with motivational-value, cognitive-practical, reflective-analytic, and communicative-collaborative components; (b) pre/post diagnostic tests; (c) e-portfolio evidence; (d) learning analytics indicators; and (e) peer/self-assessment protocols. Results (illustrative) indicate statistically meaningful gains in the experimental group across cognitive-practical performance, reflective decision-making, and collaborative digital engagement compared with the comparison group. The findings suggest that the proposed model functions as a coherent integrative-didactic mechanism supporting iterative competence development, consistent with constructivism, reflective practice, and digital pedagogy frameworks. Implications for designing research-oriented digital methodology courses and mentoring systems are discussed.
Author: Erkulova Feruza Melikuziyevna
Institution: Namangan State Institute of Foreign Languages
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7128908534
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