Reflection in software engineering education

ABSTRACT

In this activity we examine ways by which a reflective mode of thinking may assist software engineers in improving their profes-sional skills. Specifically, we describe the reflective practice pers-pective and suggest specific ways by which such an approach may be interwoven within software engineering education.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.6 MANAGEMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
      K.6.1 Project and People Management

General Terms:
Human Factors, Management, Performance

Keywords:
cognitive processes, human aspects, project management, reflection, retrospective, social processes, software engineering, teamwork