The Reflective Cycle of the Teaching Practicum - Fiona Farr
Preparing for Teaching: Social Learning, Mentors and Observations
The Reflective Cycle of the Teaching Practicum - Fiona Farr
Fiona Farr [+]
University of Limerick
Fiona Farr is Associate Professor of Applied Linguistics and TESOL at the University of Limerick, Ireland.
Angela Farrell [+]
University of Limerick
Angela Farrell is Lecturer in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and Assistant Dean International of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (AHSS) at the University of Limerick, Ireland.
Description
This chapter highlights the pedagogical insights and practical benefits to be gained for novice teachers from observations of experienced teachers. It also explores the potential of follow-up dialogic reflective practice with peers, facilitated by experienced teachers acting as mentors. It uncovers the ways in which novice teachers can co-construct knowledge in collaboration with each other through post-observation guided reflective tasks.