{"id":24545,"date":"2025-09-19T20:42:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T12:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/owis.org\/in\/?p=24545"},"modified":"2025-10-29T20:42:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T12:42:43","slug":"why-reflection-journals-in-ib-are-more-powerful-than-report-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/owis.org\/in\/blog\/why-reflection-journals-in-ib-are-more-powerful-than-report-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Reflection Journals in IB Are More Powerful Than Report Cards"},"content":{"rendered":"

Reflective journals. You literally hear the mental groan your students give when you say it, don\u2019t you? For students and some teachers alike, writing reflective journals is one of the tasks that needs completion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What if I told you it\u2019s not just that?<\/span> Reflective journals are powerful tools that can help students process their experiences, track their personal milestones, and continually improve their life skills.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, the next time you hear your students protest when you ask them to maintain their reflection journal, this blog will remind you to emphasize the importance of keeping a reflective journal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Reflective Journal<\/b><\/h3>\n

According to the International Baccalaureate Organization, \u201cReflective is a process where students think deeply about their learning experiences. It\u2019s a way to understand their strengths and limitations, and apply that knowledge to their academic learning and personal development.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

A<\/span> reflective journal is a valuable tool to enhance students’ self-awareness, promote learning, and facilitate critical decision-making. The four elements of reflective journaling are:<\/span><\/p>\n