Reflective practice
Reflective Practice
Reflective practice (/rɪˈflɛktɪv ˈpraktɪs/) is a process by which one can stop and think about one's practice, knowingly analyse one's decision making and draw on theory, relate it to what one do in practice (Schön, 1983). The aim of reflective practice is to develop professional actions that are aligned with personal beliefs and values.
Etymology
The term 'reflective practice' was first introduced by Donald Schön in his book "The Reflective Practitioner" in 1983. The word 'reflective' originates from the Latin 'reflectere', meaning 'to bend back', and 'practice' comes from the Old French 'pratique', meaning 'to perform, carry out'.
Related Terms
- Critical Thinking: The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgement.
- Self-Assessment: The evaluation of one's own abilities and performance.
- Professional Development: The skills and knowledge attained for both personal development and career advancement.
- Experiential Learning: Learning through reflection on doing, which is often contrasted with rote or didactic learning.
- Action Research: A participatory, democratic process concerned with developing practical knowing in the pursuit of worthwhile human purposes.
See Also
References
- Schön, D. (1983). The Reflective Practitioner. New York: Basic Books.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Reflective practice
- Wikipedia's article - Reflective practice
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