Reflective Practice: Critical Self-evaluation and Development
Chartered Teacher Programme: Module 1, Self-Evaluation
This module is mandatory for everyone embarking on a Chartered Teacher route.
The module, which is made up of a number of small online tasks, selected reading and of course assessment, is delivered using an “integrated” delivery approach. That is to say the various (formative) activities/readings build into resources which learners are then able to build on/refer back to for their assignments and apply immediately to their classroom practice.
Learning Outcomes
- Critically examine theory on reflective practice, evaluating the use of standards in professional development
- Through reflection, analyse and evaluate professional values, personal commitment and personal development
- Review, consolidate and extend educational skills, practices and thinking, to enhance classroom performance
- Communicate effectively in module discussion, enhancing through collaboration both individual and group insights
Indicative Content
- Reflective practice
- Critical self-evaluation
- Improving professional performance
- Communication and collaboration
Indicative Resources
The required/recommended text for Core Module 1 is provided below however individuals should check with us before purchasing these books to ensure that the reading list is current.
- Eraut Michael (1994) Developing Professional Knowledge and Competence Falmer Press (* available online to enrolled students)
- Pollard Andrew (2008) Reflective Teaching: Third Edition Continuum
- Pollard Andrew (Edit) (2002) Readings for Reflective Teaching Continuum
- Sachs Judyth (2003) The Activist Teaching Profession O U Press