Reflective Practice in Education and Training

This is a practical guide to reflective practice for teachers and trainee teachers in the FE and skills sector. Reflective practice is a key element of teaching and this comprehensive and accessible guide introduces and explains this area of practice for trainee and new teachers. It asks ''what is reflective practice?'' and includes an exclamation of the processes of reflection and tips on reflective writing.

Many trainees and new teachers need support in reflective practice. Written for all those working towards QTLS, this text gives practical guidance on how to become a reflective practitioner and examines how this relates directly to teaching in the FE and skills sector, and how reflection can benefit teaching. This second edition includes new chapters on ''reflective teaching and learning'' and ''reflection-re-action'', a new Theory Focus feature.

Richard Malthouse has extensive knowledge of education and training in the UK and abroad. He currently works