Definitionv1DF-543
Reflection-on-action
the retrospective process of reviewing past behavior to reconstruct reasoning, evaluate outcomes against intentions, and identify opportunities for learning and improvement
Why This Is a Definition
This definition precisely establishes the semantic boundary of 'reflection-on-action' by identifying its genus (retrospective process) and differentia (reviewing past behavior, reconstructing reasoning, evaluating outcomes against intentions, and identifying learning opportunities). It distinguishes this from reflection-in-action by emphasizing its retrospective nature and systematic evaluation function.