Critical+Reflection


 * [[image:pensive.jpg]] || John Dewey got the ball rolling by highlighting the requirement for reflection for learning.

It's as if he ordained that thereafter every course and professional development effort would integrate formal reflection. Note the focus of the National Board Certification process on reflection upon practice.

But the NBCT specifies a certain type of reflection -- beyond the "this is what I did and how it went and what I learned" to add the critical dimension -- "this is what I did before and this is how I've changed because . . . "

"They critically examine their practice on a regular basis to deepen knowledge, expand their repertoire of skills, and incorporate new findings into their practice." -- NBCT

Learn more about the critical element of reflection and how it's a game-changer.


 * Resources**

Brainboxx. Reflection models. Retrieved August 5, 2012. Note Brookfield's four critical lenses -- taking on the perspectives of others to enrich reflection.

Clark, D. Learning through reflection Retrieved August 5, 2012. Thoughtful summaries.

Mezirow, J. For digging a little deeper and generalizing to adulthood in general. ||