Reflective Practice: A Model for Deeper Learning

I believe in reflective practice. Reflective Practice is "the capacity to reflect on action so as to engage in a process of continuous learning."

What?
Reflective practice is how we move past standard learning objectives. It's a model where people critically reflect on experiences, their own and experiences of others. There are two types of reflection.

Reflection In: Reflecting and "thinking out loud" while performing a task
Reflection On: Reflecting after an experience

So What?
People learn through performing, building, socializing, and reflecting. It's not enough to just read or listen to lectures and it's not enough to engage in learning activities within a course. You will only realize advanced levels of skill through action and reflection on that action. More importantly, your peers and experts must provide feedback and you must take action on that feedback.

The result is:
Deeper knowledge
Improved skill, and
Strong social connections

Now What?
Take these next steps to become a practicioner of reflective practice.

1. Watch this Youtube video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_4PhA3XC8o
2. Publish a reflective journal (i.e. blog).
3. Ask for feedback on your reflections/experiences.
4. Be aware of what's happening during experiences AND SHARE THEM via social media.
5. Encourage others to reflect and interact with those who are.


How?
Use Cisco Quad as an enterprise platform. Discuss, share, "think out load," and become the talent you know you want to be.