Teachers as reflective practitioners
Mionsonraí an chúrsa
In today’s rapidly changing educational landscape, teachers are not only facilitators of learning but also lifelong learners themselves. This course explores the vital role of teachers as reflective practitioners, emphasising how intentional reflection can drive professional growth, enhance teaching quality, and ultimately improve student outcomes.
Designed for educators across all subjects and levels, the course offers a balanced blend of theory, practice, and collaboration. You will learn to critically examine your own teaching, recognise strengths and areas for development, and apply evidence-based strategies for continuous improvement. Through guided activities and peer exchange, you will build the skills and confidence needed to make reflection an integral part of your professional identity.
The course is organised into three interconnected modules. The first module introduces the key principles and theoretical foundations of reflective practice, illustrating its relevance in education. The second module focuses on practical approaches and tools that support meaningful individual and collective reflection. In the final module, you will be invited to design and share a reflective lesson plan, receiving constructive peer feedback to deepen your understanding and consolidate your learning.
The course is offered by the European School Education Platform. Visit our website for more information.
Duration and workload
Start date: Monday 10 November 2025
End date: Wednesday 26 November 2025
Duration: 2 weeks
Workload: 8-10 hours
Course competences
The course content and activities have been mapped against the competences defined by the European Framework for the Digital Competence of Educators and the SELFIE for TEACHERs tool.
- Professional engagement - Reflective practice at B2 level
- Professional engagement - Professional collaboration at B2 level
- Professional engagement - Professional learning through digital technologies at B2 level
- Teaching and learning - Teaching at B1 level
For more information about the competences and associated proficiency levels see the SELFIE for TEACHERs toolkit.
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TARGET AUDIENCE
Cuspóirí foghlama
- Understand and explain the concept and value of reflective practice in education, including key theoretical frameworks and contemporary perspectives.
- Recognise the benefits, challenges, and processes of reflective teaching, drawing on personal experiences and professional contexts.
- Explore individual and collaborative strategies, tools, and digital methods to structure and enhance reflection and teacher inquiry.
- Design and evaluate a reflective inquiry project or lesson plan, using evidence-based approaches and peer feedback to improve teaching practice.
Arna thairiscint ag
Tá an t‑inneachar seo á thairiscint ag an gCoimisiún Eorpach. Is é an Coimisiún Eorpach brainse feidhmiúcháin an Aontais Eorpaigh atá neamhspleách ó thaobh na polaitíochta de. Is ise amháin atá freagrach as tograí a tharraingt suas le haghaidh reachtaíocht Eorpach nua, agus is ise a chuireann chun f
Sceideal
- How this course works
- Module 1: Understanding reflective practice in teaching
- Module 2: Tools and strategies for reflective practioners
- Module 3: Final reflective activity: designing your reflective action plan
- Certificate of completion
