5.2 Explain ways in which theories and models of reflection and evaluation can be applied to reviewing own practice. In education and training, theories and models of reflection and evaluation play a crucial role in enhancing professional practice and improving outcomes for learners. Critical reflection is necessary in order to be aware of your behaviour and so effect change (Osterman and Kottkamp, 2004). As noted by the The Education and Training Foundation (ETF), reflective and enquiring practitioners should think critically about their own educational assumptions, values and practice in the context of a change in contemporary and educational world (ETF, 2014, P.1). Reflecting on your practice supports your improvement. Your role as a teacher …show more content…
You could have work experience in the industrial area for the subject to teach or reading and researching your subject to find out what the latest developments are. Whatever the experiences are, it’s best to share them with your colleagues so that everyone can benefit. However, financial or budget cuts might mean that you can’t take time off from your current role to participate. You might have to do it on your own time or fund it yourself. In addition, you could carry out a SWOT analysis to help you understand where you are at the moment. SWOT stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Strengths and weaknesses can be considered as internal (within the organisation), whereas opportunities and threats can be considered as external (outside of the organisation). Strengths and opportunities can be helpful, whereas weaknesses and threats can be harmful. A SWOT analysis is useful for identifying your own strengths and weaknesses, as well as the opportunities available and the threats faced. Carrying out a SWOT analysis is fine for finding things out, but you need to do something with the results. You also need to decide what the reason is. and whether it’s