Ifeoma Cecil Okechukwu-Uzoechi

Integrating visible thinking and contemplative learning to foster reflective practice in pre-service teacher education

Discover Education September 11, 2026 Ifeoma Cecil Okechukwu-Uzoechi, Clinton Chidiebere Anyanwu, Chatchai Rakthin et al.

At a time of upheaval in education, teacher preparation must extend beyond merely developing technical skills to create thoughtful, flexible and empathic teachers. The present study investigates the effects of combined VTA and CON learning on reflective ability, metacognitive development (metacognition), and professional identity for pre-service teachers. Inspired by Schön’s reflective...