IBEC Reflective Practice & Professional Development 2

Question 1

In Schön's model of reflective practice, 'reflection-on-action' occurs at which point?

Accepted Answer

After the teaching event has concluded

Answer

Reflection-on-action happens retrospectively, after the teaching event, when practitioners analyze what occurred.

Question 2

An IB teacher notices students consistently misunderstand a key concept despite multiple explanations. Which reflective strategy best addresses this pattern?

Accepted Answer

Analyze assessment data to identify conceptual gaps and adjust pedagogy

Answer

Data-informed reflection on student outcomes is central to IB professional practice and responsive teaching.

Question 3

Which document in the IB framework most directly guides a teacher's ongoing professional development planning?

Accepted Answer

The IB Professional Learning Community guidelines

Answer

IB Professional Learning Community guidelines frame how teachers plan, pursue, and document their professional growth.

Question 4

A teacher keeps a structured journal documenting lesson outcomes, student reactions, and personal insights. This practice primarily supports which aspect of professional growth?

Accepted Answer

Systematic self-assessment and iterative improvement

Answer

Structured reflective journaling develops metacognitive awareness and supports systematic, evidence-based improvement.

Question 5

According to IB standards, professional learning should be most directly connected to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Student learning outcomes and school improvement goals

Answer

IB emphasizes that professional learning must be purposefully linked to improving student learning and aligning with school improvement priorities.

(IBEC) International Baccalaureate Certified Teacher Practice Test

(IBEC) International Baccalaureate Certified Teacher Practice Test

IBEC Reflective Practice & Professional Development 2