Hospitality mentors' attitude from the latest survey conducted by Dr. Salla Vijay Kumar
“Reflection is one of the most underused yet important tools for success.” Richard Carlson. In the latest study by the author on the current hospitality fraternity learning facilitation attitude; I would like to, actually, I am proud to share the results. I believe that every study was merely done for a publication for any degree or research paper tally for API score should help translate the analysis to the respondents, related audience and definitely to the industry and academia to draw awareness and a better understanding of the statistics that derive objectives and goals of our firm.
When 70% of the learning facilitators of my study
- Tend to reflect in action, reacting to what is happening around them; this may involve quick reflective thinking as you are involved in an event or experience.
- They may take action immediately in response to the situation. This is a valuable way to reflect on and learn from events as they occur.
The rest 30% of the learning facilitators
- Tend to reflect on the action, afterward, a more thoughtful and deliberate process (than in action).
- They are likely to review events think about the reasons for actions or behaviour, and/or seek others’ views. They perhaps examine theory and research, to investigate practical issues, planning future action for problem-solving and change. This is moving from basic reflection towards a critical outlook, to improve professional competence and independent thinking.
The reflection methods/tools used had a slightly different combining technology and reflection as a way for learning facilitators to engage in critical thought about curriculum and instruction and to promote ongoing professional development within and beyond learning facilitators' preparation. 90% of the learning facilitators in this study
- They tend to use traditional reflection for professional development. They perhaps could challenge your core values and beliefs and use additional ways to reflect. Books, research, and media could offer opportunities to reflect on a wider body of knowledge, and access expertise on specific issues. Seeking more feedback could reveal new perspectives.
The rest 10% of the learning facilitators
- They take advantage of a range of reflective activities to gain a deeper understanding to examine and inform your work. They tend to step outside their comfort zone to ask for feedback, be self-critical, examine assumptions, question theory and challenge the status quo. Development of these reflective learning skills makes them more successful all-around learners.
I acknowledge and applaud every single person in the process of teaching-learning.
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Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE