Reflecting at the edge of order and chaos

Abstract

This paper explores the reflection process of a trainee teacher. It starts with the thought process behind selecting, from various theorists, an appropriate model of reflection suitable for both the individual’s style of teaching and the school’s existing practices, and how aspects of other models will be incorporated. It then goes on to provide an honest and practical account of how this reflective method is implemented practically across various situations encountered during the course of the term and how it scaffolds the growth of the pupils and the trainee. Challenges, drawbacks and realisations are discussed as part of this process, ending with the retrospective view of the trainee on the journey they have made so far.