Reflective Journal Exercise
Reflective Journal Exercise
Overview
A Reflective Journal is a way for you to synthesize material learned in the course module, it enables you to perceive the links between theory and practice more clearly, and it encourages deeper thought into what you did, how you did it, and why you did it. It requires one to reflect on a personal experience for the purpose of self-awareness and professional growth. The benefits of Reflective Journaling include:
- Critical Thinking Skill Development
- Synthesis of Classroom and Clinical Knowledge
- Self-Awareness
- Professional Growth and Promotion of Professional Behaviors
- Shift of Focus away from Self
- Awareness of Emotional Responses, Personal Biases, and Beliefs
Instructions
Being able to apply concepts you learn will deepen your understanding of psychology. These application activities allow you to practice this skill to maximize your understanding of the content in the modules. Please provide a 250-500 word reflective response using Microsoft Word.
Writing Prompt
Self-esteem is not just about success. It also recognizes that sometimes our efforts, determination, dedication, and persistence are part of the process and great attributes to develop. Think of a recent challenge you were faced with and describe how you persisted despite the outcome.
Due
- Date: See due date listed at the top of the page.
- Time: By 11:59 p.m of the indicated due date.
Assessment Guidelines
- For help on how to submit your assignment, see Submit an Assignment.
- The activity should 250-500 words on a Microsoft Word document.
- This assignment is worth 30 points towards your final grade.
- Use correct writing mechanics including proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
PSY 101 Reflective Journal
Criteria
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Reflection
10 pts
Outstanding
Reflection demonstrates high degree of communication skills and critical thinking. Insightful relevant connections made with regards to culture, patient care, and theories backed by literature.
8 pts
Good
Reflection shows some communication skills and critical thinking. Most connections made with regards to culture, patient care and theories. Most inferences backed by literature.
6 pts
Proficient
Reflection shows limited amount of communication skills and critical thinking. Few connections made with regards to culture or patient care and theories. Few literary sources utilized.
4 pts
Needs Improvement
Reflection lacks communication skills, critical thinking and shows superficial connections and concepts. Minimal connections made or connections are irrelevant. Literature sources scant or irrelevant.
0 pts
Unacceptable
No communication skills or critical thinking skills showed. Connections are severely lacking or irrelevant to purpose of assignment.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePersonal Growth
10 pts
Outstanding
Strong evidence of self-reflection posed while showing awareness of deeper meaning and inferences. Current experiences synthesized into future implications.
8 pts
Good
Evidence of self-reflection shown while awareness of deeper meaning and inferences is displayed. Some thought of future implications is demonstrated.
6 pts
Proficient
Limited evidence of self-reflection shown. Awareness of deeper meaning and inferences is minimal. Future implications are irrelevant or loosely linked to current topic.
4 pts
Needs Improvement
Self-reflection and awareness of deeper meaning and inferences is lacking. Future implications are overlooked or absent.
0 pts
Unacceptable
No self-reflection is noted and awareness of deeper meaning and inferences is missed.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Scholarly Composition
10 pts
Outstanding
Reflection is well written and clearly organized. No grammatical errors are noted.
8 pts
Good
Reflection is well written with some paragraph or transition errors. 1-2 grammatical errors are noted.
6 pts
Proficient
Reflection has moments that are unclear or disorganized. Transitions are either lacking or with error. 3-4 grammatical errors are noted.
4 pts
Needs Improvement
Reflection has below average writing that is unclear and disorganized. 4+ grammatical errors noted.
0 pts
Unacceptable
Reflection cannot be followed and sentence structure is absent. Grammatical errors make the assignment unreadable.
10 pts
Total Points: 30