Reflective Teaching and Learning in Further Education

By (author) Keith Appleyard, Nancy Appleyard Edited by Susan Wallace

Publication date:

29 May 2015

Publisher

Critical Publishing

Dimensions:

246x174mm
7x10"

ISBN-13: 9781909682856

This book looks at critical reflection as a key skill for all teachers in further education (FE) and an important part of the new Professional Standards. In particular the text explores the key themes of self-awareness, planning, managing behaviour and CPD in relation to reflective practice to demonstrate how it can support those areas of teaching that most often cause concern. The limitations and benefits of reflection are analysed and action research is identified as an important facet in developing professional reflective practice which can in turn enhance both the personal and professional life of FE teachers.

1 Introduction

Part 1: A first look at reflective practice

2. Character, process and key features of reflective practice

Part 2: Reflective practice in action

3. Reflective practice and self-awareness

4. Reflective practice in planning and organising

5. Reflective practice in communicating and managing behaviour

6. Reflective practice and CPD

Part 3: Moving forward

7. Reflective practice: a deeper understanding

8. Benefits and limitations of reflective practice

9. A new understanding – action research

10. Conclusion

I really like the critical thinking activities and will be using some of the tasks within my own teaching. Communication and managing behaviour is very topical and one which learners always seek further advice, so this again was very useful. Possibly one of the more useable and relevant books on reflective practice.