1988 Reflective Cycle

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I will be using the Gibbs (1988) Reflective Cycle to reflect on my experience and knowledge which I have gained within this module. By doing this I will be able to consider ways in which I can develop and strengthen my ability to learn and study for different modules in the near future.
September 24th I started the degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) at the school of health studies Gibraltar. On our first block, we had different lectures following the Kingston programs. This module has included different topics including: Professional Values, communication and interpersonal skills, anatomy and physiology, nursing practice and decision making. During these lectures the tutors have communicated the knowledge that I have been able to achieve
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It has been a wakeup call of what to be expected as I thought first year was going to be similar to the enrolled course. I also tend to panic when I do not understand something and I need to learn to become more positive towards things and find other ways of learning techniques that suits best for me. Looking back at the last few weeks, I can see that I should have read more of the subjects at home and been more prepared in class. I have also realised that I need to change my method of studding in order to develop my knowledge. I have also found watching videos that the third year students recommended by KHAN academy for the A&P has proved to be very useful when studying and I will continue to do this in preparation for the exams. In future I will need to read more on the upcoming topics in class so that I am more confident when going to lectures and have at least a basic knowledge on the subject. This will also help me participate more in class discussions with my colleagues. I will also need to make more notes when I am studding to help me revise later and possibly study fewer topics at the same

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