Reading Reflection #10

Discussion on the importance of setting aside time for reflection

• It is important to set aside time for reflection to determine that what has been learned really sticks. Also, it can help students feel good about their accomplishments.

Discussion on the reason students need to reflect and elaborate.

• It is important for students to reflect and elaborate because they need to create their own meaning then be able to look at it from all sides and view it from a distance. It helps students reveal things they might not think about such as; what they learned, their growth as learners, and what/how they want to learn in projects ahead.

Discussion on how schools build tradition and identity.

• To build tradition an identity a teacher/school must build awareness in others. Involving families, the community, and students coming up and letting them know what you're up to gives a foundation for tradition. When the community begins to notice and value accomplishments they will give support and want to be involved.

Discussion on the importance celebrating a project.

• It is important to celebrate a project to give students a sense of pride in their work. Celebrating learning helps to build the school's identity. A teacher can put on an event, create a blog, or hold a party to celebrate.

Discussion on how concepts in this chapter relate to your topic/project.

• For our project we will be celebrating our student's accomplishments by holding a community inclusive kickball tournament. The student's will also have the time to reflect on the information they have learned before continuing onto the next assignment/project.