Johnson, S. (2018, April 26). Reflective Writing Activities: Fostering Metacognitive Awareness for Learning Transfer. Retrieved April 10, 2018

Using writing as a way for students to reflect on their learning supports the metacognition that leads to deep learning transfer. Here’s how to create regular, low-stakes and informal opportunities for students to reflect in writing. Reflecting on prompts that target interest, application and strategic effort helps students home in on personal and curricular connections.

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