How do I reference Gibbs’ reflective cycle/model? (APA)

Answer

Gibbs’ reflective cycle was originally published in a book titled Learning by doing: a guide to teaching and learning methods (1988).  

The library has access to a 2013 digital reprint of the book. This was published as an open access title and is completely downloadable for private study and non commercial research. 

It is best practice to find the cycle/model in the book, and reference as below. The cycle can be found in section 4.3.5 Structured debriefing. 

 

In-text citation 

(Gibbs, 2013) OR Gibbs (2013) 

Add the page number if relevant.   

 

Reference list 

Gibbs, G. (2013). Learning by doing: A guide to teaching and learning methods. Oxford Centre for Staff and Learning Development. 

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