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A Learning Reflection
Writing Workshop
UNIT 9
LEARNING
To read and understand a learning reflection
To identify the main idea of each paragraph and label it correctly
To use addition linkers
To prepare an outline of and write their reflective journal
To conduct peer assessment
Learning objectives
What is a reflection
What is a learning reflection
A reflection is an _______ in a mirror.
A reflection can also be a careful ________ about something.
You ______ something.
You ______ something.
You ____________ it.
You expect to ___________
__________.
image
thought
learn
feel
think about
make some
changes
1. What have you learnt from this unit
2. Did you learn anything useful or interesting Give an example.
You are going to write a reflective journal on what you have learnt from this unit. Discuss with your group members.
What have you learnt from this unit
Tips to improve language learning
Things I can do to become an active learner
Techniques to strengthen my memory
Learning
Listen to the outer voice
Argue with the inner voice
Ask questions
Get to the truth
Focus on the message
...
Things I can do to become an active learner.
Read simplified classic works
Learn words in context
Use grammar in speaking and writing activities
Listen to English programmes
...
Tips to improve language learning
Retell what we have learnt to others
Focus on the ideas and be curious about what we learn
Review the materials periodically after learning
Make full use of our memory when we are young
...
Techniques to strengthen my memory
① What he's learnt
② The difference between what he knew before and what he knows now
③ What he found interesting in what he has learnt
④ What changes he's going to make to his life as a result of what he's learnt
Read the learning reflection. List the things the writer has reflected on.
What does each paragraph talk about Mark the paragraphs.
a What I can do to improve my memory
b Reflections on what I've learnt from the lesson
c Reflections on my past knowledge about memory
c
b
a
Read Paragraph 1 and complete the table.
I
I learnt “The Secrets of Your Memory”
The learning has helped me better understand how my memory works. Now I know there are so many interesting things about our memory.
An idea is formed: What I have learnt is useful and interesting
Writing tip 1: Short but clear beginning
Read Paragraph 2 and think:
What did I learn
What do they mean to me
3) Can you get something deeper
Nobody can succeed easily.
Make full use of your valuable time and opportunity.
Writing tip 2: Write not only truth, but also influence.
Read Paragraph 3 and answer the following questions.
1) What will I do then
… follow the advice and strengthen my memory
… learn to do “spaced review” …
… make plans for the work …
2) What is my attitude after the learning
Positive. I’m sure theses methods will help me improve my learning.
Writing tip 3: Positively plan to make some changes
1. How does the author express his idea of “having learnt something”
Add more: I come to the conclusion that…
What impresses me most is that…
2. How does the author link the details together
3. What addition linkers can you find in para. 3
一个独立的句子反映一层相对独立的意思,由这些独立的句子组成的语篇虽然也能表达一定的含义。学会使用连接词是增加句子连贯的最主要的一个手段。
Writing tip 4: Use cohesion between sentences
and paragraphs
★ 表示附加信息的连接词
这类连接词有:and, also, again, too, as well as, in addition(另外,此外), besides, moreover (而且,此外), not only ... but also ..., furthermore (而且,此外), then等。
★ 表示转折和让步意义的连接词
这类连接词有:but, or, yet, on the contrary (相反), otherwise, however, even so, instead, while, although等。
★ 表示因果和目的的连接词
常用的表示因果和目的的连接词有:for, because, consequently (所以,因此), therefore, for this purpose, as a result等。
★ 表示例证和进一步解释的连接词
常见的连接词有:for example, as an example, in fact, for instance, such as, in other words, that is, namely, in general, especially, in particular等。
★ 表示时间和顺序的连接词
常见的连接词有:at the present time, sooner or later, at the same time, to begin with, since, later, when, after, then, before, meanwhile, during, eventually等。
★ 表示空间的连接词
常见的连接词有:here, there, where, beyond (在……较远的一边), inside, nearby, opposite to, to the left / right, in the middle, next to等。
★ 表示概括总结的连接词
常见的连接词有:in short, in conclusion, to sum up, in brief, on the whole等。
Write three important things that you have learnt in this unit. Use the Sentence Builder to help you.
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Complete the outline of your reflection based on Activities 3 and 4.
My Outline
The topic I am going to reflect on:
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Paragraph 1: _______________________________________
Paragraph 2: _______________________________________
Paragraph 3: _______________________________________
Use your outline and the Writing Help to write your first draft. Make sure that the sentences and paragraphs are properly linked.
Writing a Learning Reflection
It's important to:
understand why you should reflect on what you have learnt;
choose one topic that you want to reflect on;
list what you knew about the topic before learning it, and what you know about it now;
include how you will use your new skill/knowledge in the future.
Writing help
My Reflection on "Active Learning"
In the past, I did not know much about active learning, let alone that one could become an active learner through conscious efforts. "Active learning“ casts a new light on my understanding and I have acquired a lot from it.
Now I've learnt that active learners are open-minded and focus on what the speaker is saying, not on what their brain is saying in the background. Moreover, they are always curious and ask questions if they do not understand. They want to dig
out the truth. I believe that in this way they can really learn something. In addition, sometimes people may judge others based on their personal feelings and it may get in the way of
learning. Therefore, active learners often focus on the message, not on the messenger.
Getting to know what an active learner does, I plan to make changes to my learning and adopt some positive ways of thinking. For example, I will try to keep an open mind and listen to what others are saying, as well as be more tolerant of different ideas.
What's more, to get to the truth, I will keep a curious mind and ask questions if necessary. Furthermore, I will not let my personal feelings get in the way. Instead, I will focus on the message itself. I believe I can become an active learner if I put my plans into action!
Edit your learning reflection in pairs. Then share what you have written in class.
Does the writer tell the reader which topic he/she is reflecting on
Does the writer explain the changes he/she has made after acquiring the knowledge
Does the writer tell his/her plans on how to use the knowledge or skills
Is the piece of writing well-linked by addition linkers
◆ Mark any spelling, punctuation or grammar errors.
◆ Mark any unclear expressions. Give suggestions if you can.
◆ Underline the expressions you like.
Comments:__________________________________________
Reflect on your draft and improve it.
Homework