Definitions and Models of Reflection

Gibbs (1988) argues that learning from an experience comes from the thinking that you do about that experience. Reflection is a tool to help gain a deeper understanding of something that has happened and it also helps to gain new perspectives. Taking the time to reflect helps us to understand ourselves a little better and it also provides the key to doing things differently the next time. The learning results in actions to improve how we do things—as student and ECEC practitioner.