Time
2-3 minutes
Frequency
Multiple times daily
Material
N/A
Purpose
To help students develop a habit of using self-reflection skills to regularly check-in on their thinking
As students are working independently, ask them to use these five quick questions:
- What am I working on and why?
- How is it going?
- Do I need support?
- What is next?
- How am I using my strengths?
- Make use of scaffolding:
- Prompt students to make notes about the questions as they are working.
- Work towards sharing an answer(s) with a partner.
- Work towards independently self-checking for understanding.
- Use the five questions as an exit card.
Research suggests that motivational interviewing techniques (encouraging questions) can help increase students’ achievement in school. Encouraging students to use these skills independently to check-in on their own learning can help to reinforce their ability to self-monitor, which increases their ability to reach their goals (Embry & Biglan, 2008).
Embry, D. D., & Biglan, A. (2008). Evidence-based kernels: fundamental units of behavioral influence. Clinical child and family psychology review, 11(3), 75–113. doi:10.1007/s10567-008-0036-x
St. Paul says that we should examine and test ourselves frequently (Corinthians 13:5). Our development, spiritual and otherwise, requires ongoing and honest self-reflection. It is the foundation for the development of compassion and empathy and realizing our God-given potential.
(3c) A reflective, creative and holistic thinker who thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems.
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