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Story of my Growth and Development Reflective practice is the capacity to reflect on action so as to engage in a process of continuous learning. Paying critical attention to the practical values and theories which inform everyday actions, by examining practice

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Reflective Story of my Growth

and Development

Reflective practice is the capacity to reflect on action so as to engage in a process of continuous learning.

Paying critical attention to the practical values and theories which inform everyday actions, by

examining practice reflectively and reflexively. (Schon’s 1983) (see Appendix A).

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IMAGE OF REFLECTIVE WRITING

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INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTIONReflection is a state of mind, an ongoing constituent of practice, not a technique or curriculum

element. Reflective practice can enables practitioners to learn from experience about themselves, their

work, and the way they relate to home and work, significant others and wider society and culture

(Bolton 2010). Thus, the purpose of this portfolio is reflect on my experiences during this course

(FOUN 1501) as a reflective-reflexive learner/practitioner. It also enables me to become a self-

empowered practitioner, life-long learner, team player and a reflective writer. For instance, as a self-

directed learner I was capable to be self-empowered which allows me to control my learning and be

able to think critically. Whereas, as I derived to life-long learning as an individual help me to be self

motivated to embrace a view of learning that will influence my role and responsibility as a life-long

learner with progressive orientation to personal and professional development (Foun 1501 2016).

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INTRODUCTION CONT’DTherefore, in doing this portfolio has encouraged me how important it is to

reflect on your growth and development also collaborating with your peers in gaining

new knowledge and ideas and problem-solving going forward. It was imperative for

me to become a reflective writer as (Bolton 2010) suggest that through the mirror

writing is itself a reflective and reflexive process, and how it does this by harnessing

narrative, story and the power of perceiving from a range of perspectives. In order for

it to work, practitioners need to take responsibility for their own learning and writing

and find their own vital voice. Among other benefits it can be a stress reducer.

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BENEFITS TO BE ACCRUED FROM THE PREPARATION OF A

PORFOLIO

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IMAGE OF MYSELF This image is used for the preparation of my portfolio when I looked at it I can get a clear picture of who I am and where I want to be as a learner.

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BENEFITS IN PREPARING THE PORTFOLIO

A portfolio is a compilation of student work assembled for the purpose of evaluating coursework quality

and academic achievement, creating lasting archive of academic work products and determining whether

students have met learning standards or academic requirements for this course (glossary.org). As a result,

this portfolio has assessed me to have advantage in demonstrating a wide range of work. Contents of this

portfolio are selected collaboratively, allowing me an opportunity to make decisions about my work and

encouraging myself to set goals regarding to what I’ve accomplished and what needs further work, also

important skill that I may have which serves me well in my life endeavors. Therefore, creating this

portfolio assessment can promote a dialog between teachers and students about individualized nature of

work (Fernsten 2005).

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BENEFITS IN PREPARATION OF THE PORTFOLIO Cont’d

Consequently, a collection of artefacts

accompanied by a reflective narrative that not

only helps the learner to understand and

extend learning, but invites the reader of the

portfolio to gain insight about learning and the

learner (Porter & Cleland, 1995).

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Changes that can be made to your initial learner profile showing development as a reflective practitioner

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Reflection to implementation for change.Changes I need to make to my learner profile for me becoming a reflective-reflexive practitioner and my growth.

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CHANGES THAT NEED TO BE MADE TO MY LEARNER PROFILE

Therefore, as a self-directed learner I have recognized that there are

some changes in my learning that need to addressed as a in becoming a

reflective=reflexive practitioner. For instance, the fear of being criticize and

being wrong on any particular discussion. Sometimes I’m afraid to speak out

thinking that I might be wrong or others will criticize my response. Upon that

I decided to remain quiet and listen to what others have to say. In addition, at

times I realize some of my peers are wrong and afraid to make corrections not

knowing it will help them to know their mistakes along the way.

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CHANGES THAT NEED TO BE MADE TO MY LEARNER PROFILE CONT’D

According to John Wooden, doing your best without competing

with others will help you to improve in becoming successful. John also

view improvement as “success is a peace of mind which is a direct

result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to become the

best of which you are capable” (Wooden 1975). So changing the way I

think and feel about how my responses will be is an important factor to

consider. Wherever I fall short I will try to improve and make the

necessary changes to the best of my ability (see Appendix B).

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CONCLUSION

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CONCLUSIONIn final analysis, the process undertaken during this course has been

to engage in deep reflection. I looked at what drives me to do this

programmed in the way that I do and the beliefs behind those driving

forces. I looked back with relief at adhering to submission dates, otherwise

the probability of them mounting up would no doubt be quite high and I

would be facing a heavy workload. Although education is now looking for

students to take on more responsibility for their own learning, there is still

a need for structure in the learning process.

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CONCLUSION CONT’DTherefore, my future goal is to continually

be committed to developing my learning methods and always be open to change and improvement. I hope to create an enriching learning environment which sparks enthusiasm and fosters a deep approach to learning. I aim to continue my own growth as a reflective-reflexive learner so that I can bring depth to my learning.

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Works CitedBolton. G, 2010. Reflective Practice Writing & reflective

Development (Third Edition). London publications SAGE Ltd.

Schon, Donald A. (1983). The Reflective Practitioner: How

professionals think in action. New York.

Fernsten, L., & Fernsten, J. (2005). Portfolio assessment and

reflection: Enhancing learning through effective practice

6 (2), 303-309.

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Works CitedWooden J. (1975). Pyramid of Success. Retrieved from

http://www.woodeneffect.com.pyramidsucess .

Portfolio Definition. The Glossary of Education reform.

(n.d): Retrieved from http://www.edglossary.org.

Porter & Cleland, (1995). The Portfolio as a Learning

Strategy. Portsmouth,NH: Bounton/Cook Publishers.

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APPENDICES

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APPENDIX AThis capacity to do the right thing exhibiting the more we know

in what we do by the way in which we do it, is what we mean by

knowing in action. Also this capacity to respond to surprise through

improvisation on the spot is what we mean by reflection-in-action.

Reflection-in action is the reflective form of knowing-in-action.

It is Schon’s assumption that “competent practitioners usually know

more than they can say (Schon, 1983, p.8)

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APPENDIX BThe building blocks of Wooden’s Pyramid of Success- industrious- there is no substitute for work.

Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning.

- Loyalty-to yourself and to all those depending upon you. Keep your self-respect.

- Alertness- be observing constantly. Stay open-minded. Be eager to learn and improve.

- Initiative- cultivate the ability to make decisions and think alone. Do not be afraid of failure, but learn from it and much more.