Jigsaw Lesson Study: Transforming Teacher Education (Poster 1)

• In Event: Lesson Study Transforms Education and Optimizes Learning

Abstract

In a quest to overcome time constraints and optimize learning outcomes, a team of researchers explored the power of Jigsaw Lesson Study (LS). The findings of this study are transformative for teacher education. Through collaborative study, teaching, observation, and reflection, not only did teacher candidates (TCs) have the opportunity to deepen their subject knowledge but also evolve into highly effective educators.A central and fundamental goal of education is critical thinking (Gadzella & Masten, 1998; Halpern, 1998). Researchers sought to determine the impact on TCs’ professional growth, and this study uncovers the transformative impact of Jigsaw LS as TCs fully engage with their subject areas, embrace collaboration, and gain a heightened awareness of student learning. Jigsaw LS holds immense potential for advancing teacher education.
Engaging teacher candidates in Jigsaw Lesson Study creates a transformational opportunity for The goals of this poster presentation are to present the impacts of LS Jigsaw on teacher candidates’ professional knowledge and development and reflection on student learning.

Author

• Joanna C. Weaver, Bowling Green State University