Integrating reflective activities in eportfolios to support the development of abilities in self-managed experiential learning. Issue 5 (3rd September 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Cowan, John; Peacock, Susi
• Is Part Of: Reflective practice. Volume 18:Issue 5(2017)
• Page Start: 655
• Page End: 672
• Publication Date: 2017-09-03
• Subjects: Experiential learning -- integrated reflections -- self-managed learning -- higher-level abilities -- ePortfolio -- reflective writing; Professions -- Periodicals; Reflection (Philosophy) -- Periodicals; Thought and thinking -- Periodicals; Self-knowledge, Theory of -- Periodicals; Career development -- Periodicals; 370.15
• DOI: 10.1080/14623943.2017.1307723
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1462-3943

Abstract

Abstract: This article presents the case for self-managing and self-regulating learners to link their various forms of reflection explicitly, and to do so within an ePortfolio, in order to support the development of higher-level abilities such as problem-solving, critiquing, decision-making, empathising and resolving conflicts. It explores the reflective options for self-managed experiential learning, and concentrates upon what three forms of reflection ( reflection - for, -on - and in - action ) entail, and could contribute to learning and development. It also addresses how linking previous reflections ( composted reflections ) can contribute to the development of higher-level abilities. An ePortfolio is taken as a natural and effective location for this integration. Guidance is offered, requiring modest tutorial activity to generate and maintain learner involvement in the development of linked reflections in a learner's assorted records and reflections housed in an ePortfolio. Suggestions for gathering learner constructive feedback on such initiatives are included.