The roles of reflection in professional practice doctorates
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Cranfield, S., Boud, D. and Costley, C. 2025. The roles of reflection in professional practice doctorates. in: Hallett, F. (ed.) Debates in Doctoral Education: Challenges and Opportunities London, UK Routledge.
| Chapter title | The roles of reflection in professional practice doctorates |
|---|---|
| Authors | Cranfield, S., Boud, D. and Costley, C. |
| Abstract | This chapter explores the integral role of reflection in professional practice doctorates. It underscores the evolution of professional practice doctorates which have expanded into various fields such as healthcare, business, engineering and the performing arts. These programmes are tailored to meet the needs of professional fields by integrating rigorous scholarship with practical application, preparing candidates for advanced professional roles and leadership. Central to these doctorates is the concept of reflection, which transcends introspection to encompass a systematic critique of professional experiences through a theoretical lens. This reflective process is pivotal for curriculum design, delivery and assessment of professional practice doctorates, promoting continuous learning and ethical practice. The chapter examines how these doctorates foster a culture of critical inquiry and adaptability through active learning and workplace-based experiences, enabling candidates to apply theoretical insights to real-world challenges. By examining the multifaceted nature of reflection within these programmes, the chapter highlights its significance in shaping robust educational frameworks that not only enhance professional practice but also contribute to societal advancement through informed, reflective practitioners. Criticisms of the role of reflection, its enactment and assessment are also discussed. |
| Sustainable Development Goals | 9 Industry, innovation and infrastructure |
| Middlesex University Theme | Creativity, Culture & Enterprise |
| Research Group | Work and Learning Research Centre |
| Book title | Debates in Doctoral Education: Challenges and Opportunities |
| Editors | Hallett, F. |
| Publisher | Routledge |
| Place of publication | London, UK |
| ISBN | |
| Hardcover | 9781032774671 |
| Paperback | 9781032774633 |
| Copyright Year | 2025 |
| Publication dates | |
| 04 Mar 2025 | |
| Publication process dates | |
| Accepted | 10 Jul 2024 |
| Deposited | 29 Oct 2024 |
| Output status | In press |
| Related Output | |
| Is part of | https://www.routledge.com/Debates-in-Doctoral-Education-Challenges-and-Opportunities/Hallett/p/book/9781032774633 |
| Language | English |
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