About the Author Introduction Chapter 1 Reflective Practice 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Teacher Burnout 1.3 Defining Reflective Practice Chapter 2 Importance of Reflective Practice 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Why Is Reflective Practice Important? 2.3 "I Look at My Students’ Reactions" Chapter 3 Types and Levels of Reflective Practice 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Types of Reflective Practice 3.3 Levels of Reflection Chapter 4 Methods of Reflection 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Self-reflection 4.3 Reflecting with a Peer 4.4 Group Reflections Chapter 5 Generating Topics for Reflection 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Topics Chapter 6 Tools of Reflective Practice 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Teaching Journals 6.3 Classroom Observations 6.4 Critical Incident Analysis 6.5 Case Study Reflection 6.6 Concept Mapping 6.7 Teaching Portfolios Chapter 7 Roles and Characteristics of Reflective Teachers 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Teacher Roles 7.3 Characteristics of Reflective Teachers Chapter 8 Benefits and Challenges of Reflective Teaching 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Benefits of Reflective Practice 8.3 Challenges of Reflective Practice Chapter 9 Model of Reflective Practice 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Model of Reflective Practice 9.3 Opportunities 9.4 Ground Rules 9.5 Time 9.6 External Input 9.7 Affect 9.8 Tailoring Reflection to Group/Individual Needs: A Case Study Conclusion References Index