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'Oh yes, that is also reflection'-Using discursive psychology to describe how GP registrars construct reflection.
Sven P C Schaepkens1, Anne de la Croix2, Mario Veen1
1Department of General Practice, Erasmus University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Medical Education
|August 9, 2023
Summary
Medical trainees find reflection valuable when integrated with other tasks. Successful reflection requires a supportive culture and learner autonomy, preventing demotivation when integration is poor.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Professional Development
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Reflection is crucial in medical education, yet its practical value is often questioned by learners.
- A gap exists between the theoretical benefits of reflection and its real-world application in training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the perspectives of Dutch General Practice (GP) registrars on reflection in their specialty training.
- To understand how GP registrars construct the concept and value of reflection.
- To bridge the gap between reflective practices and educational ideals in medical curricula.
Main Methods:
- Conducted seven focus group sessions with GP registrars.
- Utilized discursive psychology to analyze 'assessments of reflection' in transcribed data.
- Examined both discursive and content features of participants' talk about reflection.
Main Results:
- GP registrars hold nuanced views on reflection, combining positive and negative assessments.
- Reflection is perceived as a negotiable topic with variable understanding of its value.
- The integration of reflection with other educational tasks significantly impacts its perceived value.
Conclusions:
- The value of reflection for GP registrars is contingent on its meaningful integration with other training activities.
- Poor integration can decrease learner motivation, highlighting the need for a supportive 'reflection culture'.
- A positive reflection culture balances the importance of reflection with learner autonomy.
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