Reflexive Approach to Teaching Practice of Future English Language Teachers

The article deals with the importance of applying a reflexive approach in the process of having pedagogical practice by future English teachers.The importance of pedagogical practice in general for the formation of professional competence of future English language teachers is noted and the steps for preparation for it are revealed.The stages of methodological training for the formation of professional competence are named.The essence and significance of reflection in the context of the educational process is revealed, as well as the definition of pedagogical reflection is given.The article emphasizes the effectiveness of a reflexive approach to improving the quality of teaching activities of future English language teachers.It is proved that pedagogical reflection is a meaningful and systematic process during which teachers critically analyze their pedagogical practice, experience and personal beliefs in order to improve the learning and teaching process.It describes how a reflexive approach can help improve professional skills and make better the quality of learning in the future.The tools of the reflexive approach and methods of its application during pedagogical practice are presented.The stages and steps of pedagogical reflection by applicants for higher education during pedagogical practice in institutions of general secondary education are indicated.Some innovative methods are proposed to improve the effectiveness of pedagogical practice and develop the professional competence of future English language teachers.The article analyzes the integration of pedagogical reflection into the training programs of future English teachers, which is necessary to provide future English teachers with the necessary skills and competencies for successful work.The article focuses on the transformational impact of pedagogical reflection on the professional development of future English language teachers and on the results of their training.