Reflective Writing
Education is about learning. Learning happens within a student, it is not something we do to them. Learning is a process of making meaning that happens one student at a time. (Tomlinson & McTighe, 2006)
Literacy/ comprehension strategies are methods students use to help them through the learning process. Literacy is not just about reading.
Literacy is the ability to construct knowledge from lessons and material presented in the classroom. It includes the ability of students to communicate new knowledge effectively. Being able to read and write well are strong components of literacy.
Reflective writing is a tool to help students construct new knowledge. Reflection helps students to make sense of the endless stream of information that comes to them in their daily lives. Reflection is an excellent way to help students overcome misconceptions and understand material in a meaningful way.
Literacy/ comprehension strategies are methods students use to help them through the learning process. Literacy is not just about reading.
Literacy is the ability to construct knowledge from lessons and material presented in the classroom. It includes the ability of students to communicate new knowledge effectively. Being able to read and write well are strong components of literacy.
Reflective writing is a tool to help students construct new knowledge. Reflection helps students to make sense of the endless stream of information that comes to them in their daily lives. Reflection is an excellent way to help students overcome misconceptions and understand material in a meaningful way.
Why Reflection is ImportantThis video has my thoughts about why reflection and reflective writing are important elements of effective science teaching.
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How to Take NotesI use a modified version of the Cornell Notes method of taking notes. Students will need to use this method in my class.
Composition books are great for notes and very inexpensive. If you prefer a sturdier book, Moleskine books are very durable - and consequently more expensive. Keys to ComprehensionClick on the button below to find the document referenced in the video. The document has ideas for how to generate student created content. These are stems or "starter" ideas that will help generate a mental dialog with the content.
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Writing a ReflectionThis video explains how to write a reflection. Students in my class will keep a blog as a place to keep their reflections. As the year progresses and student's writing skills develop, they will begin reading and commenting on each other's thoughts.
An introduction to Reflective WritingClick the button below to access an excellent document explaining how to write reflectively. This document was created and is being shared with permission from Mark Hampton from the University of Portsmouth, U.K.
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