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| | | Article Name : | | | Teachers’ Perceptions on the Implementation of the Competence-Based Curriculum: A Study of Albanian Upper Secondary Schools | | Author Name : | | | Elvana Shtepani, Hatixhe Leka | | Publisher : | | | Bridge Center | | Article URL : |  | | | Abstract : | | | This article presents the results of a field study on the implementation of the competence-based curriculum in foreign language teaching in Albanian upper secondary schools. The study focuses on the acquisition and application of communicative competence in classroom practice. It examines how competence is fostered and applied and explores teachers perceptions of its effectiveness.
The research employed a questionnaire administered to 30 foreign language teachers across several schools in Albania. The questionnaire was completed both online and in person, ensuring broader accessibility and greater participation. The data collected provide a comprehensive overview of the extent to which communicative competence is integrated into everyday teaching practices, as well as the challenges and obstacles encountered in this process.
The studys findings reveal persistent issues, including limited resources, uneven teacher preparation, and variations in student engagement. These factors impede the achievement of competence-based teaching objectives. Conversely, the data also reveal specific examples of successful practices, such as well-supported teacher initiatives which demonstrate effective implementation of communicative competence and may serve as models for broader use.
The study sets a strong basis for further curriculum reform in Albania through the documentation of these insights. It highlights critical issues that demand immediate attention and provides research-supported recommendations to enhance foreign language instruction in secondary schools.
| | Keywords : | | | Albania; competence-based curriculum; communicative competence; foreign language teaching; upper secondary school education; teachers |
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