Learning & Teaching Conference 

The session on 'Engaging Students with Reflective Assessments' will highlight the importance of reflective practices for enhancing learning and professional growth, grounded in Schön's theory of reflective practice and Gibbs' Reflective Cycle. It will begin by setting clear expectations for students about reflective practice and its role in their educational development. The use of Gibbs' Reflective Cycle will be presented as a structured method for reflection, with advice on how to integrate this into assessment tasks through specific prompts for each stage. Acknowledging the variety of ways students express themselves, the session will propose incorporating different mediums (e.g., written, audio, video) for reflective assessments, in line with Schön's emphasis on individual reflection processes. The importance of providing constructive feedback will be discussed, aimed at deepening the reflective process and facilitating progression through Gibbs' cycle. Moreover, the session will explore strategies for creating a reflective community within the classroom, encouraging shared reflections and peer learning. In conclusion, the session will emphasise the potential of reflective assessments to improve the learning experience and will invite educators to consider these strategies in their teaching practices.