Reflective Writing
(Metacognition)

The purpose of reflective writing is to develop important skills in the area of critical thinking. Writers engage in this activity to promote self-improvement and to contemplate what worked well and what didn't about a particular experience. As you compose your reflective essays, keep in mind some of the following questions:

• How successful was the lesson? How do you define success?
• Did the students accomplish what you set out to do?
• How did you feel in front of the class? Did the students respond the way you wished?
• What difficulties did you encounter?
• What worked well?
• If you could change an aspect of the lesson, what would that be?
• How would you prepare differently for a future lesson?
• What can you say regarding the nature of learning? How is learning accomplished?

Self-reflections will be worked on in class. Ms. Weinberger and I will conduct writing conferences regarding this essay. 

Self-reflections will be entered into our e-folios during a trip to the computer lab this Monday.

Paragraph one of your reflective writing should simply explain the nature and purpose of your lesson.
Paragraph two and beyond should tackle some of the complex issues discussed above.