Technical reflection
Technical/ Descriptive reflective writing moves from Recount to begin to provide possible REASONS for what took place. Reasons usually, however, focus on the one doing the reflection and do not move beyond this. Sometimes only one reason is identified. Usually, however, there are multiple possible reasons for why particular events/conversations/actions have taken place. Identification of multiple reasons is usually more useful in reflecting than simply honing in on one! Research suggests that the identification of single as opposed to multiple reasons can mark the difference between a neophyte professional from one who is more experienced. So looking for multiple reasons is important in reflective thinking and talk.
EXAMPLE
I wonder why raising the perspective of the perpetrator caused so much angst in the group. Probably because all of us had sympathy with the victim and we’ve seen or heard of this happening again and again. Also I wonder whether Daniel had gone through an experience like this. I can sympathise with this. Another reason might be because bullying in the workplace has been such a prominent issue in our unit and we should focus on the remedy for the victim given the time we have for our presentation.
Identifiers:
- Some attempt to provide reason(s)/ justification(s) for events/actions/interactions but in a descriptive manner Possible reframing/’other’ perspective(s) about the event/experience being reflected upon and /or literature But again in descriptive/reportage manner – no evidence of ‘dialogue with self/others’