Reflective Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions

David Kember is the editor of Reflective Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions: Action Research in Professional Education, published by Wiley.

• Part A: Introduction; The nature of reflection; The project and the action research approach; Part B: Developing reflective teaching in five courses: The action research process; Integrating theory and practice; The use of learning contracts; Writing reflective journals; Promoting discussion from reflective writing; Part C: Synthesizing conclusions about curricula: Encouraging reflective writing; Facilitating critical discussion; Part D: The nature of reflection: The affective dimension of reflection; Triggers for reflection; Reflections on reflection;

"This book will be of immense value to all educators and practitioners who are involved in reflective practice." Therapy Weekly "The book offers a thoughtful and practical guide on matters such as integrating theory and practice" "This book is clearly written and informative...It will be a particularly useful resource for educators in higher education." British Journal of Occupational Therapy “Although the book is primarily applicable to educators in academic and service settings, it may well benefit students. It is a useful addition to libraries and departmental bookshelves and is good value for money.” Physiotherapy Journal "For those coming to ideas of reflective practice and action research for the first time, this book provides an excellent starting point.” Health Services Journal