Whether teaching remotely or not, processing is an important part of learning. This diary gives you input into your students learning that you might not otherwise have. This is one of the many templates available when your students create a story on Sutori.
Learning diary 📚
A learning diary template serves as an easy tool for both students and educators, providing a structured yet flexible format for tracking progress and reflecting on learning experiences. Typically, a learning diary includes sections for weekly (or even daily) entries where students can jot down what they learned, questions they have, and reflections on their understanding.
This practice encourages self-assessment and critical thinking, allowing your students to identify areas of strength and aspects that require further exploration. Additionally, incorporating elements such as audio, images, videos, and links to relevant resources can make the diary more engaging and cater to various learning styles.
Teaching tip 💡
In an age where we obsess over grades, rubrics and teaching to the test, I often ponder how I can foster curiosity and reflection in my students. One way to achieve this is to encourage them to be self-reflective. So for example, we can ask our students what did they learn, how did they feel about what they learnt. Students can then open up by asking what went well and what can they improve on?
Pushing your students to create quizzes on something they have learnt is a fun way to deepen understanding and broaden learning too.
Learning diary template
Create a learning diary template yourself 🛠️
Head on over to Sutori’s learning diary template, click on “Create your own” and then you’ll be prompted to create a free Sutori account. You can then start working from the learning diary template in a matter of minutes.
Some advantages with using Sutori for learning diaries:
- Easily add videos, images and audio files to the project
- Students can embed any file or web link
- Let them build interactive quizzes and polls for engagement
- Develop peer review skills with comments
- Export to PDF or else add it directly to a class website or blog
All that is required is an internet connection! Sutori works on all common web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and we offer a free tier so you can try it out for yourself.
Summary
The benefits of using a learning diary template extend beyond mere academic improvement. It fosters a habit of regular reflection, which is crucial for personal growth and lifelong learning. By regularly updating their diaries, your students develop a deeper awareness of their learning processes and become more proactive in seeking out resources and strategies to overcome challenges.
Ultimately, a well-maintained learning diary becomes a comprehensive record of a student’s educational journey, highlighting their evolution and achievements over time. Timelines are an excellent tool to help students understand their own learning journey. They provide a clear and organized way to present a sequence of connected events, making complex topics more accessible and providing that space for them to be self-reflective.
Sutori is the perfect companion to facilitate learning diaries. Give it a try for free with your students and watch their understanding and engagement grow! 😊
