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Podhorsky, C., Fisher, D. (2007). Lesson study: An Opportunity for Teacher Led Professional Development. In: Townsend, T., Bates, R. (eds) Handbook of Teacher Education. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/1-4020-4773-8_30

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