The Role of Reflection in Teaching and Learning

Dear Colleagues,

There is a consensus in teacher education that reflection is a critical process for both educators and learners and can serve as a bridge between theory and practice. Therefore, one of the main purposes of teacher education is to encourage (preservice) teachers to reflect on their own or other teachers’ teaching in order to increase their professional competencies. However, the term reflection is often used as an umbrella term. We argue that reflection is an occasion-related mental process and encompasses an explicit self-reference, as well as a broadened view of educational practice. This Special Issue, titled "The Role of Reflection in Teaching and Learning,", invites contributions that explore the multifaceted nature of reflection and its pivotal role in educational contexts.

The aim of this Special Issue is to delve into how reflective practices can enhance teaching effectiveness, support student learning, and contribute to the professional development of teachers. We encourage submissions that investigate the various dimensions of reflection in education, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Reflective teaching methods and learning strategies, including video-based reflection;
• Promotion of reflective practices and indicators of reflection quality;
• The integration of reflection in curriculum design;
• The impact of reflective practices on teacher and student outcomes.

Contributions may include empirical studies, theoretical analyses, case studies, or innovative methodologies that provide insights into the processes and effects of reflection in educational settings. This Special Issue seeks to gather a diverse range of perspectives and approaches, highlighting the role of reflection in different educational contexts, levels, and disciplines. Through this Special Issue, we aim to create a comprehensive understanding of the role of reflection in teaching and learning, offering valuable insights for educators, administrators, and policy makers.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Kira Elena Weber
Prof. Dr. Hendrik Lohse-Bossenz
Guest Editors

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• reflective practice
• reflective teaching
• knowledge-based reasoning
• critical thinking
• meta cognition
• pedagogical strategies
• teacher education
• educational development
• professional learning