2. The Review Tools Handbook Self reflection is good However it is not enough to genuinely improve our practice we all have blind spots. Fresh perspectives add to our self reflection Trusted colleagues Students This resource provides a range of ways to reflect and obtain feedback from others. Reflecting on Pedagogy - TFEL
3. Reflecting on Pedagogy - TfEL Reflection: think about, mull over & evaluate. Reflection-in-action: responding to the immediate situation. Reflection-on-action: analysing after the event. One improves the effectiveness of the other. Self What are my strengths? Where can I improve Students How do students respond to how I teach? What affects does my practice have on their learning? Trusted Colleagues Who can help me check out & refine my practice? Reflecting on Pedagogy
4. The Review Tools (pg 4-8) Quality tests (pg 4 & 5) Intentionality, Effectiveness, Consistency, Responsiveness Observation record sheets Appendices5 & 6 used by a trusted colleague Student surveys Appendices 7-10 Questions are linked directly to TfEL Student engagement questionnaire Based on research into learner engagement Reflecting on Pedagogy - tfel
5. Working Independently (pg 9-13) It is important to engage in personal reflection before asking a trusted colleague or your students to give you feedback. A process for PERSONAL REFLECTION is outlined on page 10 Need appendices 1-3 and a notebook A process for SELF REVIEW is outlined on page 11 Need appendices 4-6 and a notebook Reflecting on Pedagogy - tfel
6. Working with trusted colleagues (pg 14-17) A more holistic picture is provided by having another teacher observe your lessons. A process for gathering feedback from colleagues is outlined on page 15 Need appendices 4-6 Reflecting on Pedagogy - tfel
7. Working with students (pg 18-21) Provides a unique viewpoint on your teaching. You can use surveys provided or develop your own using appendix 10. A process for gathering feedback from students is outlined on page 21. Need appendices 7-9 (choose one of these depending on age group of students) or your own designed survey. Need appendix 11 Reflecting on Pedagogy - tfel
8. Developing an action plan (pg 22-24) Receive and collate all feedback. Debrief with trusted colleague It is natural to feel a bit defensive but don’t dismiss feedback be open to all the feedback so learning can occur. A process for developing an action plan is outlined on page 23. Reflecting on Pedagogy - tfel
