Writing a Reflective Essay
A reflective essay is a critical examination of a life experience. For students pursuing a Master of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Theory and Research, a reflective essay means writing about connections between experiences and theoretical concepts learned, and considering future implications. Below are some resources that may help students understand how to write a reflective essay.
Reflective writing articles and websites
- Scheidegger, A. R. (2020). Incorporating reflective writing into criminal justice courses. Reflective Practice, 21(1), 122-131.If you want to understand WHY reflective essays are powerful learning tools, this essay will explain. In the process of explaining the WHY, the article also helps to demystify HOW to write a reflective essay.
Reflective writing videos
Reflective writing books
Academic Writing for University Students by Call Number: LB2369 .B236 2022ISBN: 9780367445393Publication Date: 2022print book on Willis 3rd floor
