Answer to Question #203101 in English for Natie Nel

Question

Analyze views on theory and reflective practice in education

Answer 1

Reflective practice refers to learning through and from experience towards gaining new insights of self and practice. It aims to make one more aware of your their professional knowledge and action by challenging assumptions of everyday practice and critically evaluating practitioners’ own responses to practice situations. The reflective process encourages people to work with others as you they share the best practice and draw on others for support. Ultimately, reflection makes sure all students learn more effectively as learning can be tailored to them. There are many advantages that accrue to students and teachers that practice reflective teaching over theory and they include; innovation, engagement with others and the education process, encouragement of responsibility for both teachers and students.