Reflective learning

Question 1

Reflective learning

Answer 1

Reflective learning is a method of self-analysis, and planning for improvement.

Question 2

4 things there are to reflect on

Answer 2

What they are learning and how they are learning.

What their strengths and weaknesses are.

How they can improve.
The skills they need to develop.

Question 3

4 stages of reflective learning

Answer 3

1. Reflection
2. Recognition of things that need to improve
3. Planning for future improvement
4. Action.

Question 4

When is reflective learning meaningful

Answer 4

Reflective learning is only meaningful when the athlete can use it to make change.

Question 5

3 things coaches/athletes reflect on in reflection stage

Answer 5

Evaluate performance
Recognise strengths and weaknesses
Identify factors that limited performance

Question 6

4 methods for reflection

Answer 6

Video analysis
Mentoring
Reflective journals
Questionairres

Question 7

mENTORING

Answer 7

The mentor provides critical and constructivr feedback to help the performer improve eg: advice on how to handle failure and expectations

Question 8

Video analysis allows athlete to…

Answer 8

Recieve visual feedback about performance
compare their current with an ideal performance
Compare current with past performance
Identify areas of improvement

Question 9

Reflective journals

Answer 9

• Record of performance success and failures and possible influencing factors
• record s and w
• List of suggested methods of improvement

Question 10

3 uses of questionaires

Answer 10

• Gather info on individuals,leadership group and cocahes
  -identify team and individual S and W’s
  -psychological s and w of the group
  Relevant changes made and feedback used to guide development

Question 11

Stage 2 recognition of things to improve

Answer 11

-athlete can determine what aspects of perpormance could have be done better or improved to enhance future performances

Question 12

Stage 3-Planning for improvement

Answer 12

• a plan needs to be made

- Individuals need to be aware and implement the latest advancements in their sport

Question 13

Stage 4 action

Answer 13

Having identified weaknesses, the athlete sets short-term goals to address the areas that need attention. Achieving these goals will motivate the athlete, improve performance and ultimately assist in achieving long-term goals.