Mathematics Teacher Learning and Teaching PK-12 · 2008 · 28 citations · 4 references
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The value of collaboration and reflection with peers to improving instructional practices is well known (e.g., Lieberman 1992; Little 1982; Little and McLaughlin 1993; Romberg 1988). However, practicing mathematics teachers are often challenged to find time in their busy schedules to collaborate with peers. Recently, during the implementation of a lesson study experience with a small group of preservice secondary mathematics teachers, we observed firsthand how lesson study could be used to encourage collaborative reflection among preservice teaching peers and how it potentially could be used to support ongoing professional development of in-service teachers while respecting their time constraints.
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