Using Critical Reflection — Early Childhood Australia Learning Hub

Reflection and critical reflection are essential parts of an educator’s professional practice, helping us continuously grow and improve the quality of education and care we provide. Reflection is like a surface check. It helps us look back on what happened and consider what worked well or what could be changed. Critical reflection, however, takes a deep dive, encouraging us to question the reasons behind our decisions, explore different perspectives, and connect our daily practice to the values

What is a critical reflection? Introducing the “what, so what, now what” model