Reflection process is;
A fixing of the thoughts on something; careful consideration.
Too often, when we read the words on a page we do not fully integrate that new information into our existing knowledge structure, and so we fail to gain new understanding of the world around us.
After completing the reading assignment, questions:
1. What is the main point of this reading?
Reading assignments often contain a lot of information. What is the main concept that the author is trying to get across? This may, or may not, have been explicitly stated in the reading. Why did the author choose to emphasize this point, and not some other? Your response is not a summary of the chapter, but a restructuring and analysis of it in a way that creates new meaning for you.
2. What information did you find surprising? Why?
What is Surprising? Your response to this question should be reflective. Did you learn something that is in conflict with your previous notions of the world? Did you learn something that fascinates you in a way that you did not expect? How does this new knowledge connect with material in other courses, or with other parts of your life? Responses must also clearly explain “why.”
3. What did you find confusing? Why?
What is Confusing? Responses to this question require careful reading and reflection; it is only though the process of reconciling new information with our existing knowledge structure that we become aware of inconsistencies, or “gaps” in our understanding. Responses to this question should be specific and actionable – that is they should outline a clear path to understanding. Responses must also clearly explain “why.”