Reflective Models Explained: How to Use Them Properly
Compare Gibbs, Driscoll, Kolb and ERA models and learn when to use each for reflective writing and revalidation in healthcare.
Dr Ricky Hellyar
Nurse academic & RCN Wales Innovation Award winner.Nurse academic & RCN Wales Innovation Award winner. Senior Lecturer, 13yrs Cardiff University. Taught undergrad to doctoral level globally. Professional Doctorate, MSc Critical Care.
Driscoll vs Gibbs: Which Reflective Model to Choose
Compare Driscoll's three‑step and Gibbs' six‑stage models to choose the right reflective approach for quick or in‑depth clinical reflection.
How to Write a Reflective Essay for Nursing Students
Step-by-step guidance for nursing students to convert clinical experiences into NMC‑aligned reflective essays with SMART action plans.
Reflective Practice Is Not a Task: Why It Matters for Learning and Wellbeing
Structured reflective practice turns clinical events into learning, builds resilience and improves patient care with short daily habits.
How to Get Into the Zone for Reflective Practice (And Why It Matters)
Practical steps to make reflective practice work: create a quiet space, choose a model, write regularly and meet revalidation.