ERIC Number: EJ1122269
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 13
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The Influence of Collaborative Reflection and Think-Aloud Protocols on Pre-Service Teachers' Reflection: A Mixed Methods Approach
Epler, Cory M.; Drape, Tiffany A.; Broyles, Thomas W.; Rudd, Rick D.
Journal of Agricultural Education, v54 n1 p47-59 2013
The purpose of this mixed methods study was to determine if there are differences in pre-service teachers' depth of reflection when using a written self-reflection form, a written self-reflection form and a think-aloud protocol, and collaborative reflection. Twenty-six pre-service teachers were randomly assigned to fourteen teaching teams. The teams taught a lesson that was videotaped and completed a written self-reflection form while viewing their lesson. The participants were randomly assigned to a control group or experimental group. The control group reflected individually using a written self-reflection form. Experimental Group #1 reflected collaboratively using a written self-reflection form, and Experimental Group #2 reflected individually using a think-aloud process while completing the written self-reflection form. The reflection forms were analyzed for depth of reflection, and a one-way ANOVA revealed significant differences in depth of reflection between the three groups. Participants also engaged in focus group interviews to describe their experiences. Two significant themes emerged: reflection on the teaching experience and reflection on the process used. We recommend that reflection should be used to help pre-service teachers learn from experience. In addition, the use of collaborative reflection and reflection using think-aloud protocols should be considered to promote deeper reflection and understanding.
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Reflection, Protocol Analysis, Mixed Methods Research, Differences, Cooperation, Writing (Composition), Records (Forms)
American Association for Agricultural Education. P.O. Box 7607, Department of Agricultural and Extension Education, Raleigh, NC 27695. Web site: http://www.aaaeonline.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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