Reflection in HSS

Anne Llewellyn and Rob Shaw

Summary of findings

• Reflective learning a key feature of all programmes

• Some programmes have reflective learning integrated throughout, whereas others have specific modules that focus on reflection

• Reflective learning and practice core to all professional courses

• CPD requirement of professional courses • Models helpful (esp. Kolb, Gibb and Johns)

Challenges and barriers

• Students find it difficult, particularly when reflecting on self and personal learning

• Varying student abilities in relation to reflection • Reflection is individual and personal• Providing timely and effective feedback to

develop reflective skills• Time• Personal reflection can be threatening

What works

• Starting from where individuals are and scaffolding learning

• Reflection is a process• Repetition• Embedding reflective learning within and

across the curriculum• Using a variety of learning strategies and

styles to engage students

Examples of TEL supporting reflective learning

• Scholarly articles about models uploaded into Xstream• Short exercises on Xstream• Exemplars of good reflections on Xstream• Links to professional body or other interactive

resources• Reflective journals• E-portfolios• Digital story-telling• Email feedback on reflections

• Videoing role plays and reflecting on observations

• Supervision• Short video clips/case studies and discussion

boards for group reflection