Assoc. Prof. Eriko Yamabe: Becoming Aware of Cognitive Differences: Based on Korthagen's Reflection Theory
A short introduction to Korthagen’s reflection theory will be given by the facilitator, followed by a quick exercise to help participants understand the differences in how our cognitions work and the impact the non-verbal and unconscious areas of our thinking have on our (re)actions. In the main exercise, participants will reflect on their actual teaching situations and Korthagen’s “9 questions” will be used to deepen the reflection. Finally, the focus will be shifted on the participants’ “strengths,” which will be the key in enhancing the good in their teaching practices.
Dr Eriko Yamabe is a philosopher of education whose work draws heavily on justice and the ethics of care in education. Her principal interests are in the ethics of teaching, reflection through dialogue, and how we can achieve just education by transforming our teaching principles and philosophies through dialogue in the field of teacher education. She received her Ph.D. in Educational Theories from the University of Tokyo in 2016 and is now an Associate-Professor at Waseda University."
