Reflective Practice on Doctoral Education
International Perspectives on the Challenges and Complexities of Doctoral Supervision
Reflective Practice on Doctoral Education
International Perspectives on the Challenges and Complexities of Doctoral Supervision
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Description
Doctoral supervision is a fundamental component of academic life, contributing significantly to the advancement of research and education. However, it is also a highly complex and challenging process that requires a diverse set of skills and knowledge. In this book, a group of international experts will draw upon their extensive experience to share their insights into the best practices of doctoral supervision.
The book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the key issues surrounding doctoral supervision. The main themes covered in the text are:
– The unique character of the Doctorate as an aspect of Higher Education
– The nature of supervision
– Doctoral student identity
– Equity, diversity, and inclusion
– Assessment and feedback practices
– Completion and final examination
Reflective activities, case studies, and research briefings support readers to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of doctoral supervision within any institutional or national context. The insights and experiences shared by international experts offer advice and strategies for effective supervision, from establishing positive relationships with students to providing constructive feedback and support to help with ongoing professional development of doctoral supervisors, enhance the quality of doctoral education and research, and ultimately contribute to the advancement of academia.
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Contributors
Series Editors' Foreword
Introduction: What Do We Mean by Reflective Practice on Doctoral Education?
PART ONE Doctoral Education: An Overview
1 Reimagining Reflective Practice in Doctoral Education: Assemblage, Ecology and Wisdom - Ronald Barnett and Carolina Guzmán-Valenzuela
2 The Hidden Curriculum of Doctoral Education - Ingrid Rewitzky
3 Process and Product - Marit Honerød Hoveid and Dagrun Astrid Aarø Engen
4 Different Types of Doctorates - Barbara Kehm
PART TWO Becoming and Being a Supervisor
5 Building Good Doctoral Supervisory Relationships - Jan McArthur
6 Co-supervision and Other Models of Collaborative Supervision - Fiona Philippi
7 Modelling Doctoral Supervision - Chris Hughes and Clive Palmer
8 Online Supervision of Distance Doctoral Researchers - Brett Bligh
PART THREE Fostering Inclusive and Supportive Doctoral Environments
9 Supervising a Diverse Doctoral Student Body - Fiona Hallett
10 Fostering Inclusion and Support in Doctoral Education - Susanna Calkins and Aubrey Penney
11 Understanding and nurturing identity and wellbeing - Baohua Yu and Peihua Li
PART FOUR Achieving a Doctorate: The Role of the Supervisor
12 Giving Constructive Feedback on Research Progress and Outputs - Gregory Light
13 Supporting Progress through the Doctoral Journey - David Armstrong
14 Examining Doctoral Research - Fiona Hallett
Conclusion: The Importance of Reflection and Self-evaluation in Doctoral Supervision
Index
Product details
| Published | Oct 01 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 240 |
| ISBN | 9781350496231 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Illustrations | 10 bw illus |
| Dimensions | 244 x 169 mm |
| Series | Enhancing Reflective Teaching in Higher Education |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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