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A three‐step method of self‐reflection using reflective journal writing
Author(s) -
RileyDouchet Cheryl,
Wilson Sharon
Publication year - 1997
Publication title -
journal of advanced nursing
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.948
H-Index - 155
eISSN - 1365-2648
pISSN - 0309-2402
DOI - 10.1046/j.1365-2648.1997.1997025964.x
Subject(s) - self reflection , reflection (computer programming) , scope (computer science) , autonomy , process (computing) , reflective writing , psychology , medical education , peer group , self assessment , nursing , pedagogy , medicine , computer science , political science , social psychology , psychoanalysis , law , programming language , operating system
Fiscal and financial constraints present a challenge for nurse educators to broaden the diversity and scope of teaching/learning methodologies. One method designed to promote autonomy and self‐direction of nursing students is self‐reflection combined with reflective journal writing. This paper describes a three‐step process of self‐reflection encompassing critical appraisal, peer group discussion and self‐awareness. This process of self‐reflection was initiated with one group of clinical nursing students. Using student and teacher feedback, implications for employing this teaching/learning strategy in clinical practice are suggested.