Title page; Copyright; Contents; Figures; Tables; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Chapter one Reflection in context: what this book is all about; Chapter two The context of reflective practice: choosing an approach that works for you; Chapter three The Reflective Timeline; Chapter four Writing reflection for assessment: the individual voice; Chapter five Reflecting together: the collective voice; Chapter six Expressing reflection in other ways; Chapter seven Reflective practice is ethical practice; Chapter eight Asking difficult questions -- exploring reflection in challenging situations
Chapter nine Is reflection always a good thing? Arguments and evidenceChapter ten Conclusion: embedding reflection -- looking forward; References; Index
Summary
Reflective practice is an essential skill for those working in health and social care, but why is it so vital and how can it be learned? As inter-disciplinary working becomes more common, finding shared ways of reflection on practice are becoming more and more important. How do we share our ideas and thoughts to enrich both professionals and their client base?This book uses stories and exercises to enable readers to develop their skills. Its emphasis is on the practical, from how to construct a reflective essay to the ethical ambiguities of whistleblowing and constructing a profess
