1.4 Reflection
Introduction
An important aspect of the learning process is self-reflection. This is called metacognition and it is the idea of thinking about your learning. Pritchard (2018) states the importance of metacognition on student learners when he states, " if an individual learner is able to gain insight into their own thought processes and come to understand better the ways in which they learn, then they are better equipped as learners and likely to make good progress" (Pritchard, 2018, p. 5). This lesson will center around taking time to reflect on the information you've learned so far about Distance Education, Google Applications, Google Slides, and creating your own Virtual Classroom.
Learning Outcomes
Student will be able to reflect on their understanding on Distance Education
Student will be able to reflect on their understanding of Google Applications
Student will be able to reflect on their creation of their Virtual Classroom
Information
Learn through Reflection
As a student in enrolled in this mini-course, it is important to take time to reflect on your learning through Unit 1 and prepare for creating a virtual learning environment through Google Slides in Unit 2. Lin et al. (2014) states that creating a reflective learning environment has been shown to "enable students to keep higher motivation and more positive attitude for continuing their learning" (Lin et al, 2014, p. 250). This will be an important time in the learning process for you to self-assess your learning so far and prepare for designing virtual classrooms in the future.
Take time to reflect on your learning!
Task
Submit your Journal Reflection #1
Submit a Journal Reflection that answers the following question:
- Does my virtual classroom create a positive learning environment?
- Would I use this in my own classroom?
- Could I connect this to my content area and grade level?
- Briefly describe how you would use this in a lesson plan.
Move on to Unit 2: Unit 2: Creating a Virtual Classroom
Go back to Unit 1 Unit 1: Introduction to Google Slides
References and Resources
Lin, Y., Wen, M., Jou, M., & Wu, D. (2014). A cloud-based learning environment for developing student reflection abilities. Computers in Human Behavior, 32, 244–252. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2013.12.014
Pritchard, A. (2018). Ways of Learning: Learning Theories and Learning Styles in Classroom. Fourth Edition. 1SBN-13: 978-1138207943