Learning Journals: A Handbook for Reflective Practice and Professional DevelopmentFully updated with important new theory and practical material, this second edition of Learning Journals offers guidance on keeping and using journals and gives step-by-step advice on integrating journal writing on taught courses, in training and professional development and in supporting personal development planning (PDP) activities. Key topics covered include:
With useful exercises and activities that enhance learning journal work in a structured manner, Learning Journals is invaluable reading for teachers and students in higher education, for all professionals, particularly those working in the health services and business and training and for all those who want to learn more about keeping a fulfilling personal journal. |
Contents
An introduction to learning journals | 1 |
Journals and the process of learning | 17 |
Journalwriting as a process that accentuates fovourable conditions for learning | 26 |
4 Quality and depth in reflections and learning journals | 36 |
5 The uses of learning journals | 44 |
6 Journals in teaching and learning in higher education | 57 |
7 Journals in professional education and development | 71 |
8 Learning journals and personal development | 81 |
10 Assessing journals and other reflective writing | 107 |
11 The enrichment and broadening of journal processes through the link with story | 122 |
12 Examples of journals | 132 |
13 Activities to enhance learning from journals | 141 |
Resources | 158 |
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9 Starting to write a learning journal | 90 |
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