1.Reflective Practice Jessica McPherson Richard Picton Candace Rivera

2. Reflective Practice: An Introduction Reflective Practice vs. Reflection Reflection is a solitary, relaxed, meditative process. Reflective Practice is a challenging, perplexing, difficult process best completed in collaboration with others listening to and applying others input and criticisms. Hand with Reflecting Sphere by M. C. Escher Reflection in a soap bubble by Alvesgaspar Tom Hussey Jessica 9/19/2013 Group 5 2 3. Reflective Practice: Definition a means by which practitioners can develop a greater level of self- awareness about the nature and impact of their performance, an awareness that creates opportunities for professional growth and development A way to grow and develop by reviewing positive and negative aspects of performance, deciding on a new idea to attempt, and implementing or acting upon this idea. Dual Roles The one doing the action, and The one analyzing, judging, or critiquing the action Jessica Those who participate in reflective practice Review New IdeaImplement 9/19/2013 Group 5 3 4. Reflective Practice: Applications Theories and Tools from this class 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Personal Wholeness Portfolios Create Goals Document Artifacts/Evidence Reflect Characteristics of Reflective Practice 1. Reflective practice is a process. 2. Reflective practice is synonymous with learning. Kolb Experiential Learning Cycle Jessica Learn CommitDo Learning Reflective Practice Create Goals DocumentReflect 9/19/2013 Group 5 4 5. Reflective Practice & Kolb Experiential Learning Cycle Reflective Practice: A way to grow and develop by reviewing positive and negative aspects of performance, deciding on a new idea to attempt, and implementing or acting upon this idea. Jessica Kolbs 4 Stages 1. Concrete Experience: Identify a Problem 2. Reflective Observation: Research 3. Abstract Conceptualization: Possible Solutions 4. Active Experimentation: Testing 9/19/2013 Group 5 5 6. Kolb#1 Concrete Experience Richard Picton 9/19/2013 Group 5 6 7. Concrete Experience Identify a problem Possible reasons a problem is recognized Desire to change Sense of discomfort Information received from another source Requested information, such as reports A directive from a teacher or authority figure Surprise information, such as unexpected input Our own experiences Predicaments 9/19/2013 Group 5 7 8. Concrete Experience Significance Scope, scale, size not important Significant to the individual Personal Wholeness Portfolio Problem introduced as assignment Personal desire to modify 9/19/2013 Group 5 8 9. Kolb#2 Reflective Observation 1. Concrete Experience: Identify a problem 2. Reflective Observation: Research Research Observe Analyze Watching Jessica 9/19/2013 Group 5 9 10. Kolb#2 Reflective Observation Observe When? What? How? Gather information Describe what happened Analyze Why? Thoughts and Emotions Evaluate: positive and negative Jessica 9/19/2013 Group 5 10 11. Kolb#2 Reflective Observation TIPS: Observation and Analysis Third party perspective Include others Types of information Useful and Comprehensive Quality not Quantity Examples: Video or audio recordings Journal or meeting minutes Reports or surveys Charts and graphs Feedback and perspective of others Personal Wholeness Portfolios Artifacts/Evidence Reflection Essays Jessica 9/19/2013 Group 5 11 12. Kolbs Cycle of Experiential Learning Abstract Conceptualization Stage 3 13. Abstract Conceptualization Abstract Conceptualization is the third stage in Kolbs Learning Theory. Abstract Conceptualization (AC) takes place when the learner attempts to conceptualize a theory through observations. Abstract Conceptualization means to THINK. Group 5 9/19/2013 13 14. Processing & Perception Aid in Our Abstract Conceptualization Process 15. Processing of information defines our learning styles. Therefore, our learning personalities create our perception. Thus allowing Abstract Conceptualization to take place within the learning cycle. Group 59/19/2013 16 16. Abstract Conceptualization Can Be Identified During the Cycle in Two Ways Making Connections Between Theory and Practice Integrating New Information and Ideas Into Our Practice When We Reshape Our Theories-in-Use Group 5 9/19/2013 17 17. What is your learning style? What character descriptions do you share with Kolbs Learning Cycle? Did you effectively think through Abstract Conceptualization while writing your personal mission statement? Group 59/19/2013 18 18. Group 5 Connecting Theories & Stages to Synergizing Abstract Conceptualization 9/19/2013 19 19. The 4 Elements & 4 Theories for Abstract Conceptualization Learning Group 59/19/2013 20 20. Group 59/19/2013 21 Abstract Conceptualization Continuum Synergy 21. Kolb #4 Active Experimentation Richard Picton 9/19/2013 Group 5 22 22. Active Experimentation Test theories Experiment with new and different behaviors Trials Roleplays New concrete experience is formed, which begins a new cycle of learning 9/19/2013 Group 5 23 23. Active Experimentation Personal Wholeness Portfolio Real-world implementation of SMART goals Engaging in planned development tasks from Personal Wholeness Goal Planning Worksheet 9/19/2013 Group 5 24 24. Summary of David Kolbs Learning Theory Kolbs intent was to develop a holistic framework to teaching and learning Each of Kolbs learning types fall into 4 styles & 4 quadrants Kolbs Cycle of Learning provides interventions that apply to all types of learners Group 59/19/2013 25 25. Group 5 Summary Conclusion Our new experiences as students have presented us with educational tools to utilize for reflective practice and experiential learning. Utilizing Kolbs Learning Theories has allowed me to stop, reflect, analyze, and explore new theories in my everyday life. I feel that this new insight into formulating my new learning techniques have helped me with all of my classroom assignments. While creating our personal wholeness portfolio, how many of you could see yourselves going through each element of learning? Have you recognized your learning style. My own style is the Accomodator. I learn best from my own experiences, and active experimentation. But, I have recognized that I need to develop other learning styles. How many of you used Kolbs Theory of learning while writing you Personal Mission Statement? I know that through this lesson I have learned to capitalize on my strengths, and overcome my weaknesses in order to become a better learner. Please ask questions now if you have any that you would like to ask. 9/19/2013 26