Evaluating the Academic Biology Teacher Preparation Program in English at the Faculty of Education, Mansoura University, in Accordance with International Standards....

Abstract
This research aimed to evaluate the Academic Biology Teacher Preparation Program (ABTPP) conducted in English at the Faculty of Education, Mansoura University, against established international standards. Employing a descriptive approach grounded in content analysis of the academic courses for the 2023-2024 academic year, the research utilized various instruments. Three questionnaires were administered to key stakeholders: (1) students and graduates to identify deficiencies in the program and to suggest contemporary topics in biology; (2) instructors from the Faculty of Science to assess the program's strengths and weaknesses, identify current trends, and propose recommendations for improvement; and (3) teachers from language schools to evaluate labor market needs and the preparedness of program graduates. A comprehensive list of international standards relevant to the departments of Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Geology served as an analytical tool for the evaluation of program content. Following the validation of the instruments, data collection and analysis revealed significant shortcomings in the ABTPP's curriculum design, pedagogical approaches, and assessment practices. Specifically, the program exhibited deficiencies in integrating contemporary academic trends, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary perspectives, modern teaching methodologies, technological advancements, language proficiency development, and effective assessment methods. The research advocates for a reconceptualization of the Academic Biology Teacher Preparation Program offered in English, guided by international standards, to improve both its efficacy and relevance. In addition, to address the recent changes implemented in the secondary curriculum by the Ministry of Education, ensuring that the program remains responsive to the evolving educational landscape.
Keywords: Evaluation, Biology, Academic Program, Teacher Preparation, International Standards