Proactively looking for opportunities to develop yourself

When this is EXTENDING the leader learns through planning and reflects in/ on action. Engages with external professional development opportunities including, for example, Masters courses, completion of industry recognised qualifications or international visits. Completes a range of quality outreach work sharing learning with others.

When this is ESTABLISHED the leader makes time for reflection. Seeks opportunities and challenging assignments to broaden skills and knowledge including the design and delivery of internal training and development courses.

When this is DEVELOPING the leader accepts opportunities to add to own skills and knowledge. Responds positively to all development opportunities that arise to grow and further develop own capabilities, including collaborative activities such as coaching/ work shadowing etc.

When this is BASIC the leader undertakes a range of activities to widen knowledge base including attendance at training courses, reading and e-learning.

The reflective practitioner - trainer's PowerPoint - There is one quality above all that makes an outstanding practitioner – that is, the ability to reflect on what, why and how we do things and to adapt and develop our practice within lifelong learning. Reflection is the key underpinning component to successful learning for leaders, teachers and learners. This session aims to outline what reflective practice is, why and how we should do it and provide a model for reflective practice.

Reflection or critical thinking?

Reflection - Reflective Thinking and Educational Solutions: Clarifying What Teacher Educators Are Attempting to Accomplish

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