Reflective Practice
Proficient Descriptor
Regularly reflects on the effectiveness of lessons, units, and interactions with students, both individually and with colleagues, and uses insights gained to improve practice and student learning.
Reflective practice is essential for educators to make progress in their profession. At the end of a busy day of teaching, when the classroom is empty, it's an opportune moment to reflect on how the day went. It's important to recognize that a lesson plan, once designed, is not in its final state and requires refinement. Regularly reflecting on the effectiveness of lesson plans and interactions allows educators to make the necessary changes to progress their skills. Reflection can also involve seeking feedback from those around you, such as paraeducators and colleagues. These interactions provide valuable insights that contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching practices and ultimately help in better serving students.
I have included a link to my weekly journal, which served as a valuable tool for reflecting on my teaching practices. In this journal, I regularly documented my thoughts on how lesson plans went throughout the day, as well as the reactions I received from students after making adjustments. In addition to the journal, I also dedicated time after classes to reflect with my colleagues who were present during my teaching. I actively encouraged them to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement. I made note of these suggestions in both the weekly lesson plans and journals.
This is a link to my weekly journal. Every week I summarized my reflections in one entry. These reflections were very useful to me in making changes that helped contribute to student learning.
