Reflective Writing for Language Teachers - Thomas S.C. Farrell
Reflective Practice
Reflective Writing for Language Teachers - Thomas S.C. Farrell
Thomas S.C. Farrell [+]
Brock University
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Thomas S.C. Farrell is Professor of Applied Linguistics at Brock University, Canada. His professional interests include Reflective Practice, and Language Teacher Education & Development. He has published widely and has presented at major conferences worldwide on these topics. His webpage is: www.reflectiveinquiry.ca
Description
This chapter,“Reflective Practice,” outlines and discusses reflective practice for language teachers and makes the case for language teachers to engage in reflective practice activities throughout their careers. The chapter defines reflective practice, overviews the different forms of refl ective practice, and details various reflective practice activities that teachers can consider. These activities involve action research, teaching journals, concept mapping, teacher development groups, classroom observations, teacher metaphors, teacher maxims, teacher beliefs, and critical friendships.