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Garofalo, Linda; Nourse, Danute M.; Garofalo, Mary – Journal of Catholic Higher Education, 2021
Current research suggests that faculty development should address a cross-section of personal and professional needs of the faculty, as well as support the institution's mission. Using evidence to support faculty development can foster reflective practitioners and close the gap between teaching and research by creating "sustainable…
Descriptors: Institutional Mission, Faculty Development, Reflective Teaching, Sustainability
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Jones, Zach – English in Australia, 2021
Psychological trauma is swiftly becoming one of the most significant public health concerns and obstacles to effective education in the current teaching climate. This paper responds to my experiences as both a secondary English teacher and registered psychologist, examining the potential utility of trauma literature in the English classroom for…
Descriptors: Trauma, Public Health, English Instruction, English Literature
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Apps, Kerry – Teaching History, 2018
In this article Kerry Apps introduces students to the significance of the witch-hunts in the modern era, at the time when they occurred, and in the middle of the eighteenth century. She presents her rationale for choosing the witch-hunts as a focus for the study of significance, and shows how her thinking about her teaching has evolved through her…
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Transformative Learning, Reflective Teaching, Values Education
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Kenney, Christine K.; Sreckovic, Melissa – Journal of Effective Teaching in Higher Education, 2019
Words and labels used about a person inevitably have an impact, whether intended or unintended. This article discusses the need for intentional and overt, critical reflection and discussion in higher education regarding the language faculty and students use. The authors provide language examples commonly used in courses that could have varied…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Language Usage, Labeling (of Persons), College Students
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East, Martin – set: Research Information for Teachers, 2017
The learner-centred and experiential pedagogical approach encouraged by the revised "New Zealand Curriculum" can be problematic for teachers who are used to delivering courses in teacher-fronted ways. Using the Learning Languages learning area as the context, this article presents the case of one New Zealand teacher who completed an…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Student Centered Learning
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Allen, Melony; Webb, Angela W.; Matthews, Catherine E. – Theory Into Practice, 2016
This article defines the process of adaptive teaching in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). We assert that teachers who possess a well-developed STEM pedagogical content knowledge, a constructivist paradigm of teaching and learning, and an ability to draw on a vision while reflecting on and during teaching to help negotiate…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Science Instruction, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Constructivism (Learning)
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Broemmel, Amy D.; Swaggerty, Elizabeth A. – New Educator, 2017
This article describes the challenges associated with outcomes-based education reform as experienced by two novice elementary teachers. Interviews with the teachers provide insights into the tensions between their teaching beliefs and the practices employed in their local contexts. Specifically, pressures to both focus on standardized measures of…
Descriptors: Beginning Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Reflective Teaching, Educational Change
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Wyatt, Mark – Educational Review, 2016
Conceptual models can fulfil important educative roles, particularly in fields where there are few such models and where constructs are confused, as in research into teachers' self-efficacy beliefs. In this area, one model developed in the late twentieth century subsequently became dominant, but seems flawed. This article addresses criticisms of…
Descriptors: Concept Mapping, Models, Teacher Attitudes, Beliefs
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Lewkowich, David – Curriculum Inquiry, 2012
As the boundaries of the body, the vicissitudes of psychic life, and the bonds of social existence can hardly themselves be regarded as straightforward facts, the everyday movements of teaching and learning likewise defy and resist understanding. There is always that which interferes, that which makes of education a problem of affect and human…
Descriptors: Novels, Psychological Patterns, Instruction, Teacher Characteristics
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Ryan, Michael; Brough, Dean – Journal of Learning Design, 2012
While requiring students to think reflectively is a desirable teaching goal, it is often fraught with complexity and is sometimes poorly implemented in higher education. In this paper, we describe an approach to academic reflective practices that fitted a design subject in fashion education and was perceived as effective in enhancing student…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Reflective Teaching, Reflection, Higher Education
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Posada Ortiz, Julia Zoraida; Garzón Duarte, Eliana – HOW, 2014
This article describes the theoretical principles underlying the research component of the Bachelor's program of Basic Education with an Emphasis in English at a public university in Bogotá (Colombia), and an exercise of syllabus revision that served to link theory and practice through the research component of the program. The aim of the exercise…
Descriptors: Theory Practice Relationship, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Bachelors Degrees
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Blandford, Sonia; Knowles, Catherine – Education 3-13, 2012
In recent years, policy documents, curricula and other educational initiatives have promoted a pedagogy founded on the concept of independent learning. This is broadly defined as "having the belief in yourself to think through learning activities, problems or challenges, make decisions about your learning and act upon those decisions".…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Self Esteem, Early Childhood Education, Teacher Role
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Batchelor, Katherine – Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues and Ideas, 2012
This article shares an explanation regarding why disciplined study should be introduced to pre-service teachers early in their coursework, specifically through methods courses. Next, it shares two studies conducted regarding perceptions of curriculum: one with pre-service teachers and one with veteran teachers. Then it provides five suggestions…
Descriptors: Teacher Education Programs, Methods Courses, Preservice Teacher Education, Case Studies
Bucknall, Sue – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2012
"Children as Researchers in Primary Schools" is an innovative and unique resource for practitioners supporting children to become "real world" researchers in the primary classroom. It will supply you with the skills and ideas you need to implement a "children as researchers" framework in your school that can be adapted for different ages and…
Descriptors: Reflective Teaching, Researchers, Thinking Skills, Elementary School Students
Bradford, Helen – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2012
The most rapid and significant phase of development occurs in the first three years of a child's life. The "Supporting Children from Birth to Three" series focuses on the care and support of the youngest children. Each book takes a key aspect of working with this age group and gives clear and detailed explanations of relevant theories…
Descriptors: Work Attitudes, Well Being, Reflective Teaching, Young Children
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