A study for the in-service training needs of primary EFL teachers and a suggested model

This study aims at finding out the in-service training needs of primary English teachers and makes suggestions for a model. The study includes five main chapters. The first section comprises the background to the study, the aim of the study, problem, assumptions and limitations. In the second chapter, the related literature is included. The literature review in the main contains sub-headings of the concept of in-service training, approaches, models and formats of INSET, INSET for EFL teachers and needs analysis. The third chapter cover the methodology of the study including the sample group, the data collection device and the pilot study. In the fourth part, the data gathered through questionnaire has been processed with SPSS 17 programme and the results were analyzed and presented statistically and verbally in tables. Additionally, a model of in-service training has also been suggested. In the last chapter; the conclusion, discussion and implications for further research have been revealed.The sample group of the study includes primary English teachers working at mainstream state schools in Adapazarı, Sakarya (N=97). A questionnaire has been designed and it has been composed of three main sections as English competency needs, ELT needs and ideas for INSET opportunities. According to the statistical data gathered, primary English teachers working in Adapazarı mainstream state schools want to be trained in speaking, developing vocabulary and culture, as a part of English competency. As for ELT skills, they perceive that they need to be trained in teaching speaking, listening and partly writing. They reveal that they want to be trained at the schools they work, in classes sized 11-20 teachers and in English.Key Words: In-Service Training, TEFL, Teacher Development, Primary English Teachers, Needs Analysis, Perceived Needs.