The Power of Reflective Writing for Early Childhood Teachers in Palestine
The Power of Reflective Writing for Early Childhood Teachers in Palestine
Date
2015-02-02
Authors
Kahles, Buad
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Sciedu Press
Abstract
This research aimed to highlight the power of reflective writing for early childhood teachers in Palestine, seven
teachers in Palestine participated in this qualitative study, they were asked to write their reflections for 18 months.
Data was gathered using semi-structured interviews and reflective writing journals. Data was analyzed using
thematic analysis approach in order to determine the possible effects of using reflective writing with teachers on
developing their reflective thinking. The results of the study indicated that reflective writing was capable of
developing teachers’ reflective thinking and helped them to change their attitudes toward themselves and empower
them as well.
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reflective teaching, empowerment, reflective writing