Reflection and reflective practice are important tools to enable professionals to learn from their own experiences. Although they are very similar and complement each other as part of a continuous learning cycle, there are subtle differences between them. Reflection: Where you critically analyse and evaluate past events by considering the actions, emotions and responses that happened. This provides new insights and adds to your knowledge ... Read More
Transitioning to university life
As an educator, one of the greatest pleasures you may enjoy is seeing how an individual progresses from applicant to graduate, overcoming various challenges along the way. However, the process of transition that students undergo before and at the start of their course can cause psychological distress, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance and a reduction in self-esteem (Hicks and Heastie, 2008; Palmer et al, 2009). The first 12 months of ... Read More