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Theory, Sources and Evidence in Reflective Writing Assignments
Louise Livesey
Academic Skills Adviser
This workshop will:
− Describe what theory and evidence from sources are− Help you to understand how they can be used in reflective
writing− Offer an approach to writing to help you achieve the
integration of theory and evidence
The Plan…
1.Defining theory and evidence2.The importance of using theory
and evidence-based practice in reflective written work
3.The process of producing reflective academic work
Definitions
• Theory: a proposition, or set of propositions, set forth as an explanation for the occurrence of some specified group of phenomena either to guide investigation (an educated guess) or accepted as highly probable in the light of established facts
• Evidence: is data on which to base proof or to establish truth or falsehood
So, theory and evidence are two different concepts BUT can come together within various processes, including reflection.
1.Defining theory and evidence
Placebo effect
1.Defining theory and evidence
The original theory: placebos do not work Evidence: placebos do workThe theory had to change.
Evidence can be used to develop and drive theories
Theory and evidence are linked
Science: reflection and revision of theories starts when new evidence is discovered.
Social and health: reflect on generalities with individuals providing exceptions to theories
1.Defining theory and evidence
2.The importance of theory and evidence-based practice
Academic reflective writing
Theory and evidence
Self-questioning/analysis
Relevant professional experience
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2.The importance of theory and evidence-based practice
Discussion of the theory
Bring in the reflective point
Add evidence as appropriate
Identify and explore the reflective point
Introduce the theory to support
Add evidence as appropriate
Reading first
Experience first
and Activity 1
2.The importance of theory and evidence-based practice
Quotations appropriate?
Citations complete?
Anything missing?
3.The process of producing reflective academic work
Analyse the question, brief
or problem
Proof and submit
References
Fishman, L. (2014) Placebonex. Bath: Cartoonstock. [online] Available at: http://www.cartoonstock.com/directory/p/placebo_effect.asp [Accessed 25.7.2014].
Graphics – Smart Art
Jasper, M. (2013) Beginning Reflective Practice. 2nd ed. Andover: Cengage
Johns, C. (2009) Becoming a Reflective Practitioner. 3rd ed. Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.
Moon, J. (1999) Reflection in Learning & Professional Development. London: RoutledgeFalmer.
Moon, J. (2004) A handbook of Reflective and Experiential Learning. London: RoutledgeFalmer.
Moon, J. (2006) Learning Journals: A handbook for reflective practice and professional development. 2nd ed. Abingdon: Routledge.
Spiro, J., Williams, K., and Woolliams, M. (2012) Reflective Writing. Basingstoke: PalgraveMacmillan.
Academic Skills Advice Service
• Where are we? Chesham Building B0.23• What do we do? Support undergraduate students with
their academic skills by running clinics and workshops, having bookable appointment slots, and enabling students to drop-in for Instant Action.
• Who are we? Michael and Helen specialise in Maths Support; Lucy and Russell advise students on study skills; and I (Louise) deliver the workshops
• When can you come for help? Everyday both face to face and on-line
• How do I get in touch? Email: [email protected] or website www.brad.ac.uk/academic-skills
Any questions?
