A public learning log is a weekly open journal entry about how students learn, i.e. what strategies they use, when they study, what works, what doesn't etc. This supports meta cognition and reflection skills about their learning strategies and will naturally keep them engaged with the content. Learning logs can help to build a meaningful learning community in the course.
MAXI: These tips require more intensive preparation and are more suitable as ideas for future semesters. Read and keep track of who writes the learning logs. Optionally, you can give representative feedback or pick up common issues to discuss them in class.
Give concrete information about the learning log requirements: - Which technology do you use? - Give a word limit. - Provide reflection prompts. - When are the learning logs due? How often?
Possible reflection prompts: