Tools for developing Learner Autonomy and Self-reflection
This section considers selected tools for the development of reflective skills necessary for Learner autonomy. You will:
- learn about good practices for reflective skills
- know various tools teachers can use
- understand how individual tools help in the development of reflective skills
1. Tools for supporting metacognitive skills and self-reflection
1.2. Progress Tracker
Learners must have a clear idea of what they want/need to achieve and whether they make any progress towards their goals. Already the idea of setting appropriate aims is not an easy task for learners especially if they have not had any previous experience. In this case, it is wise to start with short-term aims, e.g. aims for the lesson, aims for the week, aims for the unit, etc. so that learners can see what the achievement of the aim means and learn to set very specific ones. They can use a simple progress tracker which can have a variety of forms (also a digital one). Tracking progress is critical for learners since their achievements are visualised and can create a positive feeling.