Iman Ali AL-Zobiani2022-05-192022-05-191411https://drepo.sdl.edu.sa/handle/20.500.14154/9859The aim of this study was to investigate the perceptions of English as a foreign language (EFL) students and teachers regarding the qualities of effective teachers. The study also attempted to identify the dominant quality types of effective teachers, as perceived by Saudi EFL students and teachers. These types consisted of effective teachers’ personal traits and instructional skills. The study further aimed to explore the extent to which students’ and teachers’ perceptions differ.enThesis