Empowering Learners for Lifelong Success
Trainer Name: Samar Barakeh
Duration: 2 hours
Delivery: English and Arabic
Price: AED 200
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Workshop Description
This workshop emphasizes the role of self-assessment and reflection in enhancing student engagement and promoting self-directed learning. Participants will learn how to guide students in developing these skills, helping them become more aware of their learning processes and outcomes. By integrating self-assessment and reflection into their teaching practices, educators can create a classroom environment where students are encouraged to think critically, identify areas for improvement, and celebrate achievements.
The workshop will begin by exploring the importance of student reflection and self-assessment. Educators will delve into the research and theory behind these practices, understanding how they contribute to deeper learning and greater student autonomy. Participants will discover how self-assessment and reflection help students develop a growth mindset, fostering resilience and a positive attitude toward challenges. Educators will be introduced to techniques such as reflective journaling, peer assessment, and goal-setting exercises, which can be easily integrated into existing curricula.
The workshop will also focus on the role of feedback in supporting student reflection. Participants will learn how to provide constructive feedback that encourages students to reflect on their learning and make informed decisions. By fostering a feedback-rich environment, educators can help students develop the skills needed to evaluate their work, set realistic goals, and take active steps toward achieving them.
Interactive activities and discussions will allow participants to experience the benefits of self-assessment and reflection firsthand. Educators will gain practical insights into implementing these strategies effectively and will have opportunities to collaborate with peers, sharing ideas and best practices.
By the end of the workshop, educators will leave with a toolkit of strategies that can be immediately applied in their classrooms, helping students develop the self-assessment and reflection skills crucial for academic and personal growth.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of student reflection and self-assessment in the learning process: Gain insights into the research and theory behind these practices and their role in promoting deeper learning, student engagement, and self-directed learning.
- Explore practical strategies for incorporating reflection and self-assessment into teaching practices: Learn a variety of adaptable techniques, such as reflective journaling, peer assessment, and goal-setting exercises, that can be integrated into daily classroom activities to support student growth.
- Provide opportunities for students through feedback to reflect on their learning: Develop skills in delivering constructive feedback that encourages students to reflect on their learning experiences, set goals, and make informed decisions about their academic journey.
The Workshop is ideal for:
All Teachers at the school, college and university level – Preservice teachers or students at the college of Education