“…In this respect, the need to develop professionally as English language teachers necessitates an active engagement in the activities for teacher development for the purpose of self-development (Karaaslan, 2003). Previous research has demonstrated the value of such active involvements on teachers themselves, including an interest in lifelong learning, a sense of moral obligation, a felt need to enhance teaching skills, an institutional requirement, and/or for career advancement (Golding & Gray, 2006;Jasper, 2006;Kerka, 2003;Muijs & Harris, 2003). processes and outcomes.…”