Campus Location
Abilene Campus
Date of Award
Spring 5-10-2024
Document Type
Manuscript
Department
Teacher Education
Degree Name
Master of Education in Teaching and Learning
First Advisor
Amy Spiker
Second Advisor
Andrew Huddleston
Abstract
This study investigated the occurrences of having students reflect on their learning by journaling, as well as the perceptions of this from students and their classroom teacher. Students received three mini lessons on reflective journaling before practicing reflective journaling independently at the beginning of their school day. While students completed their reflective journal entries, the investigator documented observations. Students completed a survey on their perceptions of this experience. Six student interviews were conducted in a one-on-one setting representing the demographic makeup of the classroom. In addition, the classroom teacher also completed a one-on-one interview. The qualitative data was analyzed using the constant comparative method to find themes, and the quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The researcher found a variety of positive and negative responses including the perceived impact of reflective journaling, the potential of reflective journaling on learning, and the limitations of the reflective journaling practice.
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Recommended Citation
Smith, Audra, "What Did I Learn at School Yesterday? Student Reflective Journaling as an Educational Practice" (2024). Masters of Education in Teaching and Learning. 73.
https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/metl/73
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