| Body | This lesson introduces language learners to what reflection entails and how it can help them reach their goals. It is appropriate for all language learners, especially those just beginning with LinguaFolio, LinguaFolio Online, and the new resources offered by LinguaGrow. As an important note, the materials for this lesson are in English. Those teaching a different language may wish to use this module as homework. However, all teachers are encouraged to consider incorporating it in class since reflection is critical for growth, and the module should only take 10 minutes to complete.
Learning Outcomes:
Learners will be able to:
- Define reflection
- Identify ways reflection can be beneficial for their learning
- Choose one or more approaches to reflection they feel would be most useful for their learning
Mode(s): Not applicable
Materials: EdApp micro lesson
Procedure:
- Either individually or as a group, begin the EdApp micro lesson.
- As learners watch the video on Slide 3 of the lesson, have them listen for any characteristics or benefits of reflection mentioned that they find particularly useful or relevant to their own learning contexts. They can record their thoughts on their own or in the text box on Slide 4. If learners are working in a group, have them compare their thoughts with those of their peers before proceeding.
- Either individually or as a group, learners will complete the interactions in EdApp that follow (through Slide 11), including watching the second video on Slide 9.
- As learners look at the example reflection templates on Slide 12, ask them to choose one or more that they think are particularly useful for their classes or for how they learn. What is it about this template or templates that are useful? When would they use them? They can record their answers on Slide 13 or discuss them with their peers if they are working in a group.
- With their chosen reflection templates in mind, have learners consider the questions on Slide 14. Did they think about these three points when choosing their preferred templates? Would they change anything about the templates they chose given the questions?
- Have learners complete the remaining slides, including the self-reflection question on Slide 15.
- Finally, ask learners to share one takeaway from the lesson.
Notes:
- Though this lesson is written with a synchronous learning context in mind, EdApp lessons are perfect for learner self-study. In lieu of introducing the lesson during instructional time, educators may prefer to have learners complete the lesson at their leisure.
- If learners will be using LinguaFolio Online, they can learn how the platform helps them reflect by watching How Do I Reflect on My Evidence in LFO?.
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