Teacher and Leader Insights on the Core Components of Lesson Study

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Abstract

This study examines the core components of lesson study (LS) as identified by teachers and leaders in a large urban school district. LS – a collaborative professional learning model consisting of four phases: study, plan, teach, and reflect – has proven effective in enhancing teaching practices and student outcomes. Through qualitative interviews, observations, and video-stimulated recall, we identified core components of LS such as collaborative structures, empowerment, and continuous learning. Additionally, practices like artifact sharing, peer observation, and selecting focal students emerged as central practices facilitating reflection and growth among educators. This research contributes to the understanding of effective professional learning, informing strategies for scalable and sustainable implementation across diverse educational contexts.

Authors

• Meghan Smith Durkin, Stanford University

• Marley Angelita Murrell, Stanford University

• Hilda Borko, Stanford University