Preface
Acknowledgements
About the authors
Introduction
Part 1: Understanding Reflective Practice
1 What is Reflective Practice?
The legacy of Schön
Integrating theory and practice
Theorizing practice
Critically reflective practice
Conclusion
2 Dimensions of Reflection
Introduction
The cognitive dimension: the power of thought
The affective dimension: reflecting on feelings
The values dimension: reflecting on values
Conclusion
3 Contexts for Reflection
Introduction
Personal reflective space
Dyadic reflective space
Group reflective space
Conclusion
Part 2 Making Reflective Practice a Reality
4 Using Strategies and Techniques
Introduction
Tools for promoting reflection
Conclusion
5 Recording and Assessing Reflection
Introduction
Why write reflective accounts?
When to write reflective accounts
Expectations of reflective accounts
Assessing reflective accounts
Conclusion
6 Barriers to Reflective Practice
Introduction
Time constraints
Waning commitment
Organizational culture
A lack of appropriate skills
Anxiety, fear or low confidence
Misunderstanding the nature of reflective practice
Conclusion
7 Conclusion: Rising to the Challenge
Introduction
Thinking
Thinking critically
Being self-aware
Capitalizing on learning
Supporting others
Being professional
Making practice work
Conclusion
Guide to Further Learning
References
Index