ABSTRACT
This chapter explores the definitions and models of reflective practice in the workplace that are provided in the literature. It identifies some of the most common (but correctable) mistakes L&D professionals make as they engage in reflective practice in the workplace. It also discusses some tips to jump-start and sustain effective reflective practices. Schon introduced the concept of the reflective practitioner as someone who uses reflection as a tool for revisiting experience, both to learn from it and for framing the complex problems of professional practice. A reflective practice model enables learners and entry-level practitioners to compare their own practices with those of experienced practitioners, thus helping them to develop a greater sense of self-awareness about the nature and impact of their performance, which in turn creates opportunities for professional growth and development. Among practitioners working in non-academic settings, there is also a firm belief in the value of reflective practice.
