1. I love my e-portfolio learning log

2. Potential functions of a learning log
An electronic note book to record events /learning/learning needs/keep stuff
To encourage (life long) reflective practice
To record learning needs
To allow planning of future learning
To pump-prime a PDP
To provide information on curriculum coverage
Used by the Educational Supervisor and is part of WPBA

3. Rough guide to reflection
Stuff happens
We reflect
Changes in:
Knowledge
Skills
Attitudes
Stuff happens differently

4. What sort of stuff shall we reflect on?
Events
Learning
Feelings

5. Barriers to reflection
No time
No motivation
Too much self esteem/ infallibility
Too dogmatic/ inflexible
Feelings of inadequacy/ loss of respect

6. Task one
Help John and Lisa reflect on changes to knowledge, skills or attitudes that may change the way that stuff happens.

7. How do we plan SMART learning?
Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Relevant
Time limited

8. Task 2
Help Alex formulate some SMART learning objectives

9. Task 2 continued
Use the learning log entries that you have brought to write some SMART learning objectives.

10. What makes a good learning log entry?
Concise, think note book not text book
The entry provides evidence of reflective practice
A plan of action is stated
Learning needs are expressed in SMART form
The chosen curriculum linkage is correct

11. Task 3
Look at the learning log entries and sort them into order of merit
Describe why you have chosen your first choice
Suggest how one of the less good entries could be improved