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Reflective writing in medical education
1Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA.
Medical Teacher
|August 31, 2012
Summary
Teaching medical students reflective writing is common, but acceptance varies. Explicit instruction and practice are key to developing reflective learners and improving physician effectiveness and personal growth.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Reflective Practice
Background:
- Reflective writing assignments are standard in medical school curricula.
- Existing research extensively covers methods for teaching reflection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore reasons behind varied student acceptance of reflective writing in medical education.
- To understand student complaints regarding reflective writing assignments.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on reflective writing in medical education.
- Incorporation of personal perspective on reflective writing practices.
Main Results:
- Reflection is a teachable skill requiring dedicated instruction and practice.
- Explicit teaching methods are crucial for developing reflective learners.
Conclusions:
- Reflection provides key lessons from patient encounters, enhancing physician skills.
- Reflective practice supports both professional development and personal growth in medical learners.
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