Policy Suggestions: Supporting NESTs & Co-Teaching 

Based on participant feedback, the following strategies may help improve English teaching programs in Korea:

• Inform educators of research-based successful co-teaching models.

• Promote collaboration and mutual respect sentiments in co-teaching training for Korean educators.

•  Establish school-based support systems, including designated contacts for conflict resolution.

•  Encourage direct feedback from co-teaching pairs (both expat and local teachers),  so that teachers' voices inform program improvements.

• Recognize teacher diversity and tailor support based on individual background (i.e., racial, cultural, etc.).

Future Research 

Future research could explore a wider range of perspectives, including those of Korean co-teachers, students, and school administrators, to gain a fuller understanding of the state of English teaching in South Korea. It would also be valuable to include classroom observations and longitudinal studies to see how relationships and teaching practices evolve over time. Additionally, investigating how factors like race, gender, and cultural background specifically affect collaboration and well-being could deepen insights and inform more inclusive policies.