Looking Back, Looking Ahead

Purpose:

Assessing and Reflecting

Overview:

This process invites thinking contextually as learners consider the context of time in relation to their learning.

Procedure:

1. Provide learners with a template that prompts them to consider the context of their learning and how it changes over time – for example: 
   • How might learning about other countries have looked 10 years ago? 
   • What does learning about other countries look like today? 
   • How might learning about other countries look in 5-10 years? 
2. Invite learners to discuss their thinking in small groups, using prompts such as the following to guide their discussions: 
   • What do you notice as you share and compare your thinking? 
   • What are some patterns you notice? 
   • As you consider changes over time, how might this impact you as a learner?  

Materials:

Looking Back – Looking Ahead

Source:

Adapted from: Lipton, L. & Wellman, B. (2011). Groups at Work: Strategies and Structures for Professional Learning (p. 15). MiraVia.