Elevation through reflection: closing the circle to improve librarianship
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Miller J.M.
[2]
,
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Ford S.F.
[3]
and
- Yang A. [1]
volume 108
issue 3
pages 353-363
7/1/2020
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Description
Reflective practice is a strategy promoted as a way to improve professional performance and to develop expertise. Intentional reflection on work situations can lead to improved understanding of a specific situation, identify strategies for similar situations in the future, and uncover assumptions that hinder service to patrons. Research has identified lack of knowledge to be a barrier to health sciences librarians engaging in reflective practice. This article introduces the use of intentional reflection at work: what it is, how it helps, and how it can be applied in librarianship. It also provides practical advice on how to choose a format, how to use a model to guide reflection, and how to incorporate it into work.
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Affiliations
- ayang89@mail.fresnostate.edu, Science Librarian, University Library, California Health Sciences University, Clovis, CA.
- jolene.miller@utoledo.edu, Director, Mulford Health Science Library, and Assistant Professor, Library Administration, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH.
- sfrireeford@partners.org, Manager, Library Resources, Mental Health Sciences Library, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA.
Publisher
University Library System, University of Pittsburgh