Reflective practice is at the heart of effective teaching. This core text is an introduction for beginning secondary teachers on developing the art of critical reflective teaching throughout their professional work. Designed as a flexible resource, the book combines theoretical background with practical reflective activities. Key features of the book include: - Critical introduction to theories of reflective practice in teaching and learning - Activities linked to each section, for individual, small group and large group work - Companion website with follow-up activities and example materials - Detailed explorations of professional issues such as learning theories, classroom management, assessment, and whole-school issues including personal and social curriculum, and citizenship.Table of ContentsIndexIntroductionContent, organization and underpinning approach Jennifer Harrison and Sue DymokeTerminologyWays of using the book ITT Standards for QTSPGCE M levelProfessional Development and the Reflective PractitionerAn Overview of LearningLearning and Teaching ContextsClassroom managementAssessing StudentsEducation as a Social and Political ProcessPastoral Care and Tutorial Roles

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Index Introduction Content, organization and underpinning approach Jennifer Harrison and Sue Dymoke Terminology Ways of using the book ITT Standards for QTS PGCE M level Professional Development and the Reflective Practitioner An Overview of Learning Lea