Reflective Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions
Action Research in Professional Education
Published on 8. May 2008
208 pages
978-0-470-68028-5 (ISBN)
Description
This book deals with the nature of professional education and theneed to produce professionals who are capable of reflection uponpractice. It derives comprehensive guidelines for developingcurricula and teaching methods that encourage reflective thinking.It is heavily research-based and the multiprofessional approach isunique to this subject matter. It will appeal to educators in allhealth science disciplines.
The book includes an introduction to the concepts of reflectionand reflective thinking and describes action research methodologyused to carry out this study. Findings are presented in the form ofcase studies and the conclusions drawn are considered in thecontext of practical implementation.
Reviews / Votes
"This book will be of immense value to all educators andpractitioners who are involved in reflective practice." Therapy Weekly "The book offers a thoughtful and practical guide on matterssuch as integrating theory and practice" "This book is clearly written and informative...It will be aparticularly useful resource for educators in highereducation." British Journal of Occupational Therapy "Although the book is primarily applicable to educatorsin academic and service settings, it may well benefit students. Itis a useful addition to libraries and departmental bookshelves andis good value for money." Physiotherapy Journal "For those coming to ideas of reflective practice and actionresearch for the first time, this book provides an excellentstarting point." Health Services JournalMore details
Other editions
Additional editions
Software
02/2008
Wiley
€38.54
No shipping information available
David Kember
Reflective Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions
Action Research in Professional Education
Book
03/2001
1st Edition
Wiley
€64.50
Shipment within 10-20 days
Person
David Kember is the editor of Reflective Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions: Action Research in Professional Education, published by Wiley.
Content
Part A: Introduction; The nature of reflection; The project and the action research approach; Part B: Developing reflective teaching in five courses: The action research process; Integrating theory and practice; The use of learning contracts; Writing reflective journals; Promoting discussion from reflective writing; Part C: Synthesizing conclusions about curricula: Encouraging reflective writing; Facilitating critical discussion; Part D: The nature of reflection: The affective dimension of reflection; Triggers for reflection; Reflections on reflection;
