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An evaluation of a framework for facilitating and assessing physiotherapy students' reflection on practice
1School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Queen Margaret University College. Clerwood Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kindom. mdonaghy@qmuc.ac.uk
Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
|May 29, 2007
Summary
This study demonstrates that a reflective practice framework significantly enhances physiotherapy students' clinical skills. The framework fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and personal development, preparing students for effective professional practice.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Physiotherapy Practice
- Reflective Learning
Background:
- Reflective practice is encouraged in healthcare for professional development.
- Its specific impact on physiotherapy practice requires further evidence.
- Student experiences with reflective frameworks are crucial for understanding its value.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a reflective practice framework for physiotherapy students during clinical placements.
- To explore student perceptions of the framework's benefits and limitations.
- To provide evidence linking reflection to enhanced physiotherapy practice.
Main Methods:
- Thematic analysis of focus group data from 43 physiotherapy students across three cohorts.
- Qualitative evaluation of student experiences with a reflective framework.
- In-depth exploration of outcomes and process-related themes.
Main Results:
- The framework effectively facilitated reflection, linking it to higher-order cognitive processes.
- Key themes included personal insight, connecting reflection to physiotherapy, and learning/personal change.
- Students found the guided self-questioning meaningful for practice preparation.
Conclusions:
- The evaluated reflective framework is effective in physiotherapy undergraduate education.
- It enhances students' ability to gain insights, problem-solve, and make decisions.
- Educators should consider implementing this approach to foster reflective practice.
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