V. Reflective Skills

How can students be reflective?

(Re-)considering the process of learning; choosing and using ATL skills

  • Develop new skills, techniques and strategies for effective learning
  • Identify strengths and weaknesses of personal learning strategies (self-assessment)
  •  Demonstrate flexibility in the selection and use of learning strategies
  • Try new ATL skills and evaluate their effectiveness

Consider Content

  • What did I learn about today?
  • What don’t I yet understand?
  • What questions do I have now?

Consider ATL skills development

  • What can I already do?
  • How can I share my skills to help peers who need more practice?
  • What will I work on next?

Consider personal learning strategies

  • What can I do to become a more efficient and effective leader?
  • How can I become more flexible in my choice of learning strategies?
  • What factors are important for helping me learn well?

Focus on the process of creating by imitating the work of others

Consider ethical, cultural, and environmental implications

Keep a journal to record reflections

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