Discussion:
"A critically reflective approach ...relies upon knowledge which is generated both empirically and self reflectively, and in a process of interaction, in order to analyse, resist and change constructed power relations, structures and ways of thinking" (Fook, 1999, p. 202, cited in Osmond & Darlington, 2005, p. 3).
Here are some useful questions or prompts for critical reflection:
• How does my knowledge of human services after completing the course compare with my previous understanding and assumptions?
• Was the theories seem to be central to human services work?
• What actions could connect with this theory?
• What needs to be changed about my assumptions, theory, actions, interpretations, skills, as a result of these reflections?
• How do you move forward in your learning about human services work and continue this reflective process?
• Where do you think you have generated your ideas and explanations from? (adapted from Fook et al., 2000, p. 233, cited in Osmond & Darlington, 2005, p. 5).