DIGITAL LIBRARY
A PRINCIPAL'S UNDERSTANDING AND EXPERIENCE OF REFLECTIVE PRACTICE
1 University of Ottawa (CANADA)
2 OISE/UT (CANADA)
About this paper:
Appears in: ICERI2009 Proceedings
Publication year: 2009
Pages: 4655-4665
ISBN: 978-84-613-2953-3
ISSN: 2340-1095
Conference name: 2nd International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation
Dates: 16-18 November, 2009
Location: Madrid, Spain
Abstract:
There are relatively few studies that seek the informative voice of principals on their experiences and understanding of reflective practice to promote lifelong learning in their roles as curriculum leaders. The Objective Knowledge Growth Framework (OKGF) is a self-directed reflective tool, which enables teachers to develop the habit of reflection. This study describes one elementary principal’s views of how the OKGF was used to explore issues surrounding the professional development of teachers within her school. It relates the principal’s understanding and observations concerning the challenges and benefits of using OKGF as a form of professional development. It also discusses how both administrators and staff can use the OKGF as a reflective tool to promote learning.