Reflective writing assignment – EXACTLY what to write, with examples!

Writing a reflective assignment can be a struggle. Knowing exactly what to write, and seeing examples of what this looks like, will help you become a first class reflective writer. I know you’re anxious about your reflective writing assignment. Most students are, you’re not alone! For most of our academic lives, we’ve been told NOT To be reflective, not to share our opinions, views or feelings in our written work, because that’s not very ‘academic’. We’ve been taught that being academic is about being detached and objective rather than emotive and reflective! However, reflective writing is becoming increasingly common in universities, with many degree programs incorporating reflective elements into their coursework. Over the past decade, I've seen a rise in reflective assignments where students are asked to contemplate their experiences and write about their personal growth and development. Whether you're a researcher working on a dissertation or a team member in a group project, reflective writing can help you make sense of your experiences and learn from them. In this video, we'll explore what reflective writing is and how it can benefit you as a student. We'll also dive into the specifics of what you should include in your reflective writing, so you'll be prepared to tackle any reflective assignment that comes your way. I'll provide you with some tips and tricks to help you master reflective writing. We'll start by defining what reflective writing is and why it's important in social sciences, especially for dissertation students. Then, we'll discuss how you can prepare yourself to write reflectively and what you should consider when structuring your reflective assignment. Whether you're an undergraduate or a PhD student, this video will give you the tools you need to succeed in reflective writing. Join me as we explore the ins and outs of reflective writing for dissertation students. Chapters 0:00 - 2:43 Introduction 2:44 - 5:08 What is reflective writing? 5:09 - 8:11 How to be prepared to write reflectively 8:12 - 12:58 What to actually write 12:59 - 13:53 Recap 📺 My other videos you’ll find helpful https://youtu.be/DjcsGgfCTRE https://youtu.be/EDDaQiOTVzY 📃 Download your Reflective Writing Cheat Sheet! Grab your Reflective Writing Cheat Sheet right here - https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/reflective-writing-cheat-sheet-download 🤩 See my videos BEFORE everyone else does! For early access to my videos and whole load of other cool things, become a Degree Doctor channel member! https://www.youtube.com/@DegreeDoctor/join 📗 How qualitative PhDs really get finished There isn’t a magic formula. There isn’t a quick fix. And there definitely isn’t a super hack. PhDs aren’t easy – and anyone who says they are isn’t being honest with you. But there IS a structured process that makes the whole thing more manageable. If you’re ready to get serious about finishing – and approach it with structure, clarity and intention – my PhD Survival Guides walk you through exactly how to do that. 👉Explore the guides: https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/phd-survival-guides 📨 Me – in your inbox The real work of a PhD starts with clear thinking – that’s what my weekly emails are for. 👉 Join my email community: https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/emails