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Novice teachers learning from observing experienced teachers in secondary schools in England ATEE 2010. Angie Evans Mike Holland Fiona Hawksley. Aims of the Study. What learning takes place when novice teachers observe lessons? How could this learning be maximised?
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Novice teachers learning from observing experienced teachers in secondary schools in EnglandATEE 2010 Angie Evans Mike Holland Fiona Hawksley
Aims of the Study What learning takes place when novice teachers observe lessons? How could this learning be maximised? What theoretical perspectives could inform this work
Data • Survey of GTP and PGCE trainees mid year • Reflective accounts of lesson observations • Survey and focus groups with newly qualified teachers ( 2/3 way through first year of teaching
The Analysis Found.. • Trainee teachers had observed on average 7 lessons at mid year point in their training with 75% having a specific focus most commonly behavioural management • 75 % applied learning from observation into their own lessons • About one third thought observing experienced teachers ( expert) was more valuable than other recently qualified teachers • Few teachers were observing lessons on Teachers TV • Teachers want guidance on what to focus on
Interpreting data and possible theoretical positions • Observation Research • Novice and expert teachers • Reflection and teacher identity • Professional development models
Full Paper available. More information from Dr. Mike Holland m.j.holland@shu.ac.uk