Matching the action

You identify a problem in your teaching.

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You come up with a possible solution or idea to try.

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You apply a new method or activity in class.

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You experiment with your plan in a real lesson.

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You observe what happens during the lesson.

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You take notes or record what students say or do.

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You analyze what worked and what didn’t.

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You consider how students reacted to the change.

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You decide what to do next: repeat, revise, or change focus.

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You reflect on what you’ve learned from the process.

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• Reflection