DEVELOPING PROFESSIONAL REFLECTION IN PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS: INTEGRATION OF METACOGNITIVE AND COMPETENCY-BASED APPROACHES
Keywords:
professional reflection, reflective competence, psychology students, professional development, reflective practice.Abstract
Professional reflection is a key psychological mechanism in the professional development of future psychologists. It integrates cognitive, emotional, motivational, and metacognitive processes that ensure conscious professional growth. Reflective competence supports professional identity formation, ethical awareness, and psychological readiness for professional activity. This article analyzes the psychological structure of professional reflection and its role in shaping the personality of psychology students. The results demonstrate that reflective practices enhance professional maturity, self-regulation, and psychological resilience, defining reflection as a strategic component of modern professional education.
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