Theory Into Practice

Reflective journals have been used by post-secondary educators in a wide variety ofteacher-training courses to encourage students to better understand the topics that they are
studying. Reflective journals are often used in courses in which pre-service and in-service
teachers are studying both the theoretical and practical aspects of the subject matter such
as secondary teaching methods, language and literacy, teacher education, and outdoor
education. While there are books on the market that address some facets of reflective
journaling, there are no integrative books such as Reflective Journaling: Unlocking the
Power and the Potential that are targeted specifically to pre-service and in-service
teachers. There are few resources currently available to teachers wishing to use reflective
journals that include: the theoretical underpinnings of reflection, the integration and impacts of research on the praxis of
journaling in each chapter, and practical strategies for successful, fun journal writing for students. This book addresses this
need by providing "full coverage" of using reflective journals as a pedagogical tool. Reflective Journaling: Unlocking the
Power and the Potential includes four figures, 15 tables, 25 works of art, four cartoons, and 10 photos that enhance each
chapter.