The role of self awareness
Dr Margaret Spencer highlights how reflective practice builds self-awareness. This leads to greater awareness not only of what we say, but the thinking behind our words. As Dr David Smith explains, this has an impact on our professional practice.
Suggested activity
- Think about something that has happened today, it can be quite simple such as greeting a friend, entering the classroom or starting this unit!
- Can you recall what you said and/or what you thought?
- Now think about your motivations – why did you say those words, why did you react the way you did? Note this down.