Reflection questions are mostly used with learners as a way for them to debrief their learning processes in the classroom to improve and grow. This is just as useful a practice for teachers as it is for learners because in many ways teachers are still learners themselves. Self-reflective questions are of great importance to teachers for the following reasons;
- Encourages a level of self-awareness and consciousness about practice.
- Enables you to identify areas for improvement and also areas where you are strong.
- Allows you to recognize what works and what does not with students.
- Enables you to think deeply about students reactions to your teaching.
- Enables you to foster better relationships with learners, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Some of the set of questions that teachers ask themselves as a way to reflect on the lesson before they teach, during and after the lesson include;
- What was my best moment today and how can I have more moments like it?
- What was my most challenging moment and why? How will I respond next time?
- Were my students excited to be in class? If not, what can I do to change this?
- How was my mood with others today and how can I improve it?
- What are the biggest obstacles to improving my practice and how will I overcome them?
- How well did I communicate with others today and how can I do this better?
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