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TEP The Role of Reflection in Learning

Reflective practice is a deliberate way of thinking that leads to change in action (Dewey, 1933; Schön, 1983). In the context of education, reflection can help students to consolidate and assess their learning of a discipline and its practices. The development of reflective skills and the process of engaging in reflective practice also prompts self-learning and encourages the integration of academic knowledge with relevant personal and professional experience.

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