{"id":617,"date":"2023-11-29T07:55:17","date_gmt":"2023-11-29T07:55:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/?p=617"},"modified":"2026-02-24T09:52:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T09:52:32","slug":"what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Gibbs&#8217; Reflective Cycle?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Reflecting on experiences can help people handle them well in the future. A lot of people discover that they study well from experience<\/p>\n<p>But the problem is lot of people do not reveal their experience, and if they do not willfully think about in what way they can do better next time<\/p>\n<p>Because of that, it is hard for them to study and learn anything at all. This is where Gibbs\u2019s reflection cycle begins<\/p>\n<p>It is the 6-stage framework, developed by Graham Gibbs in 1988. The primary aim of Gibbs reflective cycle is to assist people learn from others<\/p>\n<p>While reflective practice is essential for both personal and professional growth, it enables people to evaluate experiences and learn from successes and errors. And hence boost future performance<\/p>\n<p>The cycle is primarily designed for healthcare students, academic experts, practitioners and corporate trainers<\/p>\n<p>In the next section, I will go into deeper into theGibbs model of reflection.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#The_6_Stages_of_Gibbs_Reflective_Cycle\" >The 6 Stages of Gibbs\u2019 Reflective Cycle<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#1_Description_What_happened\" >1. Description: What happened<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#A_Description_Stage_Example\" >A Description Stage Example<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#2_Feelings-_What_were_you_thinking_and_feeling\" >2. Feelings- What were you thinking and feeling<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#A_feelings_stage_example\" >A feelings stage example<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#3_Evaluate_what_is_Good_and_Bad\" >3. Evaluate what is Good and Bad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Example_of_an_evaluation_stage\" >Example of an evaluation stage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#4_Analysis_%E2%80%93_What_Sense_Can_You_Make_of_the_Situation\" >4. Analysis \u2013 What Sense Can You Make of the Situation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Analysis_Stage_Example\" >Analysis Stage Example<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#5_Conclusion_%E2%80%93_What_Else_Could_You_Have_Done\" >5. Conclusion \u2013 What Else Could You Have Done<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Example_of_a_Conclusion_Stage\" >Example of a Conclusion Stage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#6_Action_Plan_%E2%80%93_What_Will_You_Do_Next_Time\" >6. Action Plan &#8211; What Will You Do Next Time<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Example_of_Gibbs_reflective_cycle_Action_plan\" >Example of Gibbs reflective cycle, Action plan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Benefits_of_Using_Gibbs_Reflective_Cycle\" >Benefits of Using Gibbs\u2019 Reflective Cycle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Limitations_of_Gibbs_Reflective_Cycle\" >Limitations of Gibbs\u2019 Reflective Cycle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#Final_Verdict_%E2%80%93_Your_Journey_to_Continuous_Growth\" >Final Verdict &#8211; Your Journey to Continuous Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/what-is-gibbs-reflective-cycle\/#FAQs-_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs- Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_6_Stages_of_Gibbs_Reflective_Cycle\"><\/span>The 6 Stages of Gibbs\u2019 Reflective Cycle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The 6 stages were developed by Graham Gibbs in the year of 1988, the cycle offer the structure framework. The 6 stages are description, feelings, evaluation, analysis, conclusion and action plan<\/p>\n<p>In order to learn from experiences, it forces a slow, systematic review of events to boost future experience<\/p>\n<p>Here is the quick overview of a Gibbs cycle.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Description: An explanation of the experience<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Feeling: Thoughts and emotions around the encounter<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Evaluation: Analysis of the event, including both positive and negative aspects<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Analysis: Analysis to understand the circumstances<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Conclusion: It is about your learning and areas for improvement<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Make a plan: To conclude, the action plan for how you would respond to similar circumstances in the future or make any general adjustments you think are crucial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Description_What_happened\"><\/span>1. Description: What happened<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the first stage, the individual can describe the situation in detail. It is critical to maintain objectivity; ideas, thoughts, emotions, and conclusions can be talked over laterIndividuals should provide a full description of what occurred, who was present, and the steps takenFurther, the goal of this early stage of a Gibbs reflective model is to offer a clear and objective image of the experience to ensure that the individual can ponder and recall it more carefullySome helpful questions are<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What happened<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Who was present<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">When and where did this occur<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What actions did the people take<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What was the result<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Description_Stage_Example\"><\/span>A Description Stage Example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>I was helping my mentor with Mr Smith, a 65-year-old patient who had undergone abdominal surgery, on a surgical ward placement. The mentor was called away once I had taken off his bandage. When the doctor came to check the wound, he didn&#8217;t wash his hands or apply alcohol gel. In addition, the physician&#8217;s long sleeves might have been infected<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Feelings-_What_were_you_thinking_and_feeling\"><\/span>2. Feelings- What were you thinking and feeling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The 2nd stage of aGibbs model requires an honest analysis of your emotional responses during the experienceBut you need to recall that it is not about focusing on emotions. But about how they influenced your judgments and views, whereas mental wellness has a direct impact on teacher efficiency and professional resilience<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What were you feeling before, during, and after the event<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What do you believe other people were thinking or feeling<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What do you think about the situation now that some time has passed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_feelings_stage_example\"><\/span>A feelings stage example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2018\u2019I was nervous and concerned about Mr. Smith&#8217;s danger of infection. In addition, I was intimidated by the doctor&#8217;s seniority as a student and was hesitant to step in, which made me feel bad about it right away.\u2019<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Evaluate_what_is_Good_and_Bad\"><\/span>3. Evaluate what is Good and Bad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For the duration of this stage, the experience is factually judged, classifying both its positive and negative parts<\/p>\n<p>This stage ofgibbs cycle of reflection offers a balanced view, accepting both success and areas that need progress. Once you focus wisely, you can easily reveal what went well and what did not<\/p>\n<p>It means you can evaluate the good and bad points. Here is how you can evaluate both good and bad pointers<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What was good and negative about your experience<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What contribution did you make to the situation<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Have your actions had a useful or bad impact? Repeat the inquiry to reflect on the contributions of others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_of_an_evaluation_stage\"><\/span>Example of an evaluation stage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Bad: I failed to confront the doctor right away, putting the patient at risk of a surgical site infection<\/p>\n<p>Good: I quickly realised that a process violation had come to pass<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Analysis_%E2%80%93_What_Sense_Can_You_Make_of_the_Situation\"><\/span>4. Analysis \u2013 What Sense Can You Make of the Situation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Analysis ofGibbs&#8217; reflective cycle explores &#8220;why,&#8221; whereas assessment examines &#8220;what.&#8221; This phase explores the situation&#8217;s underlying dynamics, causes, and patterns. It places the experience in the context of a larger body of knowledge. Moreover, it helps you connect the dots through analysis allows you to see the broad frameworks that influence events. That broad vision is enabled from a psychological standpoint.To end, it highlights how your experiences fit into broader and more logical frameworks. Even while you have no influence over those systems, you can learn to anticipate and work with them<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What caused things to go effectively or poorly<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">If feasible, how does your experience stack up against scholarly literature<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Would you have reacted differently<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Can you make sense of what happened using any ideas or models<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Are there any elements that could have led to a better result<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analysis_Stage_Example\"><\/span>Analysis Stage Example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>This situation shows how difficult it is to confront top employees because of pressure from the hierarchy. Nursing principles of Gibbs reflective cycle analysis, however, state that the patient&#8217;s health comes first. Safe practice requirements are certainly refuted by the doctor&#8217;s disregard for hand hygiene protocols, which could have a negative impact on patient outcomes<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Conclusion_%E2%80%93_What_Else_Could_You_Have_Done\"><\/span>5. Conclusion \u2013 What Else Could You Have Done<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Following an extensive situation analysis, you can also draw conclusions based on what you have learned. During this stage, you can point out the changes you need to make to the way you handle future events. Here are the key things you need to add in this stage ofGibbs theory of reflection.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What did you learn from the experience? You can be more precise or more general<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">How many things have turned out better for everyone engaged<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">What abilities or abilities are required to manage the issue more skillfully<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_of_a_Conclusion_Stage\"><\/span>Example of a Conclusion Stage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Even as a student, I should have gently advised the doctor to use the hand sanitiser, looking back. I knew that I had lost the chance to speak up for the patient by staying silent. Finally, keeping clinical standards and showing respect for peers must be balanced<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Action_Plan_%E2%80%93_What_Will_You_Do_Next_Time\"><\/span>6. Action Plan &#8211; What Will You Do Next Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You must make plans on how to deal with such situations in the future in the final section. Thus, you obtain a variety of abilities to handle diverse settings and reply to these queries of aGibbs reflection.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">In a similar scenario, what would you do in a different way<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">How would you use your newly acquired knowledge or abilities<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">How can you ensure that you behave differently in the future if you find yourself in a similar situation<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">When and how will you acquire the basic abilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_of_Gibbs_reflective_cycle_Action_plan\"><\/span>Example of Gibbs reflective cycle, Action plan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>I will fiercely make sure that all practitioners adhere to infection control protocols prior to contact in the future. In order to practice gracious, effective methods of challenging senior staff while keeping patient safety in mind, I will talk about this incident with my mentor<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Using_Gibbs_Reflective_Cycle\"><\/span>Benefits of Using Gibbs\u2019 Reflective Cycle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are the unreal pros of using a Gibbs model of reflective practice.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Increased Self-Awareness: Through thoughts, people learn more about their feelings, ideas, and responses in diverse contexts<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Improved decision-making: By taking into account prior experiences and their effects, reflective practice can result in more informed decision-making<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Ongoing Education- A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/assignmentmaster.org.uk\/blog\/gibbs-reflection-theory-effective-learning\/\">Gibbs reflective cycle<\/a><\/strong> inspires a culture of ongoing education and development on both a personal and professional level<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Problem-Solving Skills: Encouraging people to examine and assess their experiences, it improves problem-solving abilities<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Professional Development: To improve their abilities, adjust to new obstacles, and satisfy the changing demands of their positions, experts employ reflective practice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations_of_Gibbs_Reflective_Cycle\"><\/span>Limitations of Gibbs\u2019 Reflective Cycle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite the fact that there are tons of pros and practical life examples in many fields like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/reflection.ed.ac.uk\/reflectors-toolkit\/reflecting-on-experience\/gibbs-reflective-cycle\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gibbs reflective model<\/a><\/strong> nursing, education, and business and management, the cycle still has some drawbacks<\/p>\n<p>In the next section, I will discuss the limitations of the reflection cycle<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Limited External Input: The model may rate too low the status of outside opinions and input because it mostly focuses on reflection<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Self-Motivation: To fully take part in the process, a high level of self-discipline and ambition is needed<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Self-Evaluation Challenge: Giving oneself frank and helpful criticism can be hard and may call for mastering particular self-assessment techniques<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Verdict_%E2%80%93_Your_Journey_to_Continuous_Growth\"><\/span>Final Verdict &#8211; Your Journey to Continuous Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Gibbs&#8217; Reflective Cycle is still a useful and timeless context for ongoing growth on both a personal and professional level.It enables people to turn any experience, whether favourable or difficult, into a meaningful educational opportunity. The secret to accessing its full potential is to interact with its six organised stages consistently, honestly, and deeply. Moreover, it will allow insights to be turned into real, actionable advances<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs-_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs- Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>What is the Gibbs reflection cycle?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>: It is the framework, developed by Graham Gibbs in 1988, in order to assist people from their experiences<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>What is the Purpose of Gibbs<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>: The aim of a Gibbs Cycle is to give people a methodical, six-stage framework for thinking back on experiences, drawing lessons from them, and performing better in the future<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>How do you write a Gibbs Reflective Cycle example?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>: It is the structure model, it has 6 stages, to use a Gibbs cycle in practice, define the event that happened, what you were thinking, what was good about the situation, analyse the situation, what you have learned, and finally, what action plan you make for the future<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>How do you cite Gibbs Reflective Cycle 1988?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>: To cite this reflection, use the source such as Gibbs, G. (1988). Learning by Doing: A guide to teaching and learning methods. Further Education Unit. Oxford Polytechnic, Oxford<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>Why do nurses use Gibbs Reflective Cycle?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>: In order to promote ongoing professional progress, critical thinking, and better patient care, nurses employ the Gibbs Reflective Cycle to methodically organise, evaluate, and learn from clinical experiences. Reflecting on experiences can assist people handle them well in the future. A lot of people discover that they study well from experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reflecting on experiences can help people handle them well in the future. 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