Reflective Practice in TESOL Service-Learning

This book offers theory and practical tools for TESOL educators to guide pre-service teachers in reflecting meaningfully in a service-learning context, enabling them to collaborate with community partners and improve their academic and professional skills. Reflective practice is crucial for developing an inquiring disposition and transforming learning, and challenges in implementing it are explored.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 21 June 2023
Publisher: Equinox Publishing Ltd

This comprehensive book, like its predecessors in the series, offers a wealth of theoretical insights and practical tools for TESOL educators (and others) to utilize as they guide pre-service teachers of English in meaningful reflection within a service-learning context. The value of service-learning in the field of TESOL is immense, as it empowers pre-service teachers to collaborate with community partners in implementing projects that cater to the diverse needs of culturally and linguistically diverse learners, while simultaneously enhancing their own academic and professional skills through increased opportunities for practice and reflection on teaching and learning. Effectively engaging in reflective practices related to service-learning experiences enables pre-service teachers to cultivate an inquisitive mindset and undergo transformative learning, empowering them to question their beliefs, challenge prevailing norms, and work towards creating a more equitable and inclusive future for English learners. Within the pages of this book, diverse interpretations of service-learning are presented, alongside a profound exploration of the pivotal role that reflective practice plays in this transformative journey. Challenges associated with defining and implementing reflective practice in the context of TESOL service-learning are carefully examined, and practical strategies and tools are provided to assist educators in navigating these complexities effectively. By embracing the principles and practices outlined in this book, TESOL educators can foster the growth of pre-service teachers as reflective practitioners, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a positive impact on the lives of their students and contribute to the broader field of education.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800503076