Reflective Practice for Professional Development: A Guide for Teachers

ISBN-13: 9780367521813 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 142 str.

Carol Thompson

Opis

This book provides an accessible introduction to the theory and practice of reflection. In ten concise chapters it explores how reflecting on experiences can be used for professional development and help progress knowledge and skills.

Spis treści

Reflective Practice for Professional Development: Introduction  1. Why should we reflect?  2. Learning through practice  3. Models of reflection  4. The importance of critical thinking  5. Diffusing the dynamite  6. Tools for reflection  7. Reflection for creativity  8. Joining up the dots  9. Reflecting with others  10. Turning reflection into action  Final thoughts  Appendix

O autorze

Carol Thompson is Senior Lecturer and Advanced Researcher in the School of Teacher Education at the University of Bedfordshire. She has over 20 years’ experience of working with Trainee Teachers and Mentors and is author of several books in this field, including The Magic of Mentoring and the Trainee Teacher’s Handbook.