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This module will focus on the importance of reflection and will examine the role of reflection in relation to experiential learning, self-awareness, self-efficacy and the “thinking performer”. It focuses on the student’s professional development and the role that reflection plays in informing continuous professional development (CPD) priorities for managers/leaders. Students will be introduced to the importance of professional development planning and the need to regularly capture tacit knowledge and incidental learning as a means of improving performance.

LO1: Develop a critical understanding of the core principles of reflection, the thinking performer and professional development planning.
LO2: Develop a reflective blog based upon both academic and practical based experiences on the programme.
LO3: Write a personal development plan (PDP) identifying key development priorities for the future.