Lara/22/Australia
I'm completing my Bachelor of Education (Primary and Middle) with Honours, and this semester I'm required to keep up to date with reflections of my learning, understanding, and progress as I prepare for a research project, my final prac, and attempting to get a job.
These are my thoughts.
Intended Action: Write more of the project proposal – finish situational analysis, methodology, flesh out Question and begin reading for the Literature review
What actually happened: Realised there were some gaps in the situational analysis, emailed J to try to get more details about the class, and completed that section. After the tutorial on data collection, decided on the methods most suited my project, and was also able to complete that section. Went to the library and borrowed a number of books that I hope will help.
Reflections/Comments: It seems I have lingering doubts about the literature review – while I understand the concept and what is expected in that section, I had a very hard time of it when compiling the literature for my honours, and it had lead to me viewing the task in a rather negative light, and thus I have been putting it off. I find it interesting to note that it had this affect on me. In my mind I know what I must do, and I know what I expect to find, but practicing it is another matter. I must grit my teeth and do it anyway. I’m finding this reflective practice to be very helpful in keeping my progress moving, and my plans accountable.
