Student Learning Journal - Module 21 - TY Reflective

Let s Reflect

This section of your journal is used to reflect on the activities that you will partake in during Transition Year. It is best to complete these reflections immediately after the event while everything is freshin your mind. A good reflection requires you to think about the questions and give considered, in-depth responses so that you can be clear on the learning you have taken from the various activities you have been involved in.

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Film Competition – Our World

2/11/20xx to 25/11/20xx

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Film Studies

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Describe in some detail the project/activity undertaken:

a film-making project where a group of us made a film about our lives as young people and the world we live in.

What did you enjoy most about this project/activity? Why?

It was great fun making a film with other people in my class.

What did you learn as a result of completing this project/activity?

Teamwork

In what ways will what you learned from this project/activity help you in the future?

I learned new IT skills in filmmaking and social skills involved in team work.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this project/activity?

Could have been better at the start because I realised that I wasted a lot of time trying to figure out things as I went along rather than taking the time in the beginning.

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Film Competition – Our World

2/11/20xx to 25/11/20xx

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Film Studies

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a film-making project where a group of us made an 8-minute film giving an insight into our lives as teenagers and our outlook on the world around us. We had to decide on what we would make the film about, how we were going to make the film and who was doing what jobs. We entered the film in a film competition and had a screening in our school at lunchtime.

What did you enjoy most about this project/activity? Why?

I really enjoyed this project because I got to learn exciting new skills involved in film making. I had never made a film before and didn’t really understand what was involved. We had great fun trying to decide what we were going to make the film about.

What did you learn as a result of completing this project/activity?

I learned new IT skills in filmmaking. Also, learning how to work together as a team to achieve something. I learned so much about what was involved in team work, like conflict resolution for when we didn’t agree about things and the various roles and responsibilities in a team.

In what ways will what you learned from this project/activity help you in the future?

I learned new IT skills in filmmaking and social skills involved in team work. I feel more confident about working together in team exercises. The support from our teacher when we were about to give up on the project so now I know I will ask for help when I need it.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this project/activity?

I would spend more time initially on learning how to use the software properly. Because I wasted a lot of time trying to figure out things as I went along rather than taking the time in the beginning.

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EDUCATIONAL TRIP/EXCURSION

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Delphi Adventure Centre

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Outdoor Pursuits

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Our class went to the Delphi adventure centre to do some outdoor activities like canoeing, orienteering and rock climbing.

What did you enjoy most about the trip/excursion? Why?

Being outdoors with my friends and doing something fun.

What did you enjoy least about the trip/excursion? Why?

The canoeing as I had never done anything like that before and was scared of not getting it right.

What did you learn about yourself as a person on the trip/excursion?

I learned that it is important to stick at something and give it a try even when you don’t want to and this matters because we all have to try different things in life that we might not like.

What skills did you learn or develop while on the trip/excursion?

Orienteering and how to tie some special knots in a rope. Good because I was willing to try new things.

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Delphi Adventure Centre

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Outdoor Pursuits

Our class went to the Delphi adventure centre to do some outdoor activities like canoeing, orienteering and rock climbing. We took a bus and stayed overnight. We had a busy scheule of outdoor activities with our group leaders during the day. At night we had dinner and free time to play games.

What did you enjoy most about the trip/excursion? Why?

I really enjoyed the activities as I had never done some of them before. There was a really nice atmosphere and everyone was having fun. We learned new things and I really enjoyed being outdoors with my friends and doing something fun.

What did you enjoy least about the trip/excursion? Why?

The canoeing as I had never done anything like that before and was scared of not getting it right. It was hard to control the canoe at first and I was a little scared of the currents and I didn’t want to capsize.

What did you learn about yourself as a person on the trip/excursion?

I learned that it is important to stick at something and give it a try even when you don’t want to and this matters because we all have to try different things in life that we might not like. For example, once I got used to the canoe I was less scared and started to enjoy it more.

What skills did you learn or develop while on the trip/excursion?

Orienteering taught us how to navigate around an area using a map and during rock climbing we learned how to tie a “figure of eight” knot in a rope, which is really strong.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this trip/excursion?

Good, because I was willing to try new things and get involved, even if some of them scared me at first. I learned that it’s good to face your fears and I can’t wait to try again.

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EVALUATION OF A GUEST SPEAKER/PRESENTATION

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The Super Generation 01/11/20xx

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School hall

Give a summary of the talk/presentation. What was the main topic? What points were made?

The speaker was from the Super Generation, the topic was well-being. He talked about dealing with stress and how to manage my emotions.

How did this talk/presentation relate to other aspects of your work in TY?

We are learning about well-being in another class and we made posters about it for the school.

What did you learn as a result of this talk/presentation?

How to manage my stress levels and what to do if I am feeling stressed.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this talk/presentation?

It was good, a few others asked some questions but I didn’t. I learned about positive thinking and how having a positive outlook can change everything.

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The Super Generation 01/11/20xx

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The speaker was from the Super Generation, The talk showed me how to recognise stress in myself. I now have a better sense of how I react and behave when I’m stressed. The speaker talked about the various ways of managing stress in our lives and different strategies we can use. She also discussed connections between my emotions and my actions, how I’m feeling affects how I respond to situations in my life.

How did this talk/presentation relate to other aspects of your work in TY?

We are learning about well-being in another class and this talk went into a lot of detail, especially around the area of managing our own stress. This relates to all aspects of my work in TY because I have a lot of different projects and deadlines. This will be useful for after TY.

What did you learn as a result of this talk/presentation?

I learned more about the importance of exercise in keeping healthy, that exercising regularly helps me reduce stress and creates an outlet for me. I also learned how important having connections and good relationships with others is to us. It is important to have friends or others who we trust and can speak to about things.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this talk/presentation?

It was good, I asked the speaker a question about studying. I learned how my thoughts affect how I feel and that in turn affects how I act. I will try and make sure that I keep my thoughts as positive as possible in the future to help me succeed. I want to apply what I learned to my life and start exercising more.

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WORK EXPERIENCE

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Ballygort Regional Hospital Day Nurse Assistant 08/01/20xx 15/01/20xx

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Describe your role(s) in this work experience placement.

I spent the week doing various different things, from helping the porters to chatting to people on the wards, learning all about x-rays and what they can do, to meeting people coming in each day for physiotherapy.

Describe how you secured this work experience placement.

Our teacher gave us the contact details and we had to apply for the work experience placement.

What did you enjoy most about this work experience placement? Why?

I always wanted to be a nurse and I wanted to see what it was like being a nurse in a hospital.

What did you enjoy least about this work experience placement? Why?

Meeting other young people who were sick because it was sad to see someone like me who had been affected badly by an illness.

Did your experience live up to your expectations? Why/Why not?

I knew nurses were very busy and I learned all about the different things that nurses have to do each day. I expected it to be a busy job and it really is, but it was also a very fun job and the people were nice.

Describe the biggest challenge you faced during this placement and how you overcame it.

I felt a bit uncomfortable around the patients to begin with, but I relaxed as the day went on.

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this work experience placement.

I learned about how to manually handle people when you have to help them in or out of a bed.

How has this work experience placement affected your thoughts on your career path for the future?

I liked it and now I am sure that I want to study nursing.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this work experience placement?

Very good, I really enjoyed doing the work so I was enthusiastic and willing to help out as much as I could.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Ballygort Regional Hospital

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Day Nurse Assistant

08/01/20xx

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Role: End Date: I was on work experience for one week in the hospital. I got the opportunity to work in many of the various departments and wards. On the 1st day I was working with the porters bringing people around various parts of the hospital. The 2nd and 3rd day I was on the wards chatting to the patients, where I was brought around by the chaplaincy team. On the 4th day I got to spend the day in radiology, where they showed me how all the different machines work and how they take different types of x-rays, and then on my last day I got to meet some of the outpatients coming in for physiotherapy. Our teacher gave us the contact details and we had to apply for the work experience placement. Before the application we had to make our CV’s and write a cover letter to explain why we wanted to get the work experience. I was able to say that I had volunteered in the Rehab Centre before.

15/01/20xx

What did you enjoy most about this work experience placement? Why?

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I always wanted to be a nurse and I wanted to see what it was like being a nurse in a hospital. My aunt works as a nurse and she is very hard-working and caring. She talks about how much she enjoys her job and how happy it makes her to help people. Meeting other young people who were sick because it was sad to see someone like me who had been affected badly by an illness or an accident. One patient who was there was a year younger than me and he had a serious problem with his leg. He loved playing sports and he was really sad that it was taking so long to get better. I felt bad for him.

Did your experience live up to your expectations? Why/Why not?

I knew nurses were very busy and I learned all about the different things that nurses have to do each day. I expected it to be a busy job and it really is, but it was also a very fun job because there is a lot of support from other nurses and the ward manager. The atmosphere in the staff room is very friendly. The patients are all very nice too.

Describe the biggest challenge you faced during this placement and how you overcame it.

I felt a bit uncomfortable around the patients to begin with, becuase I wasn’t sure how to behave around them. I was embarrassed at times. I watched the other nurses carefully though and followed their example. I quickly got used to walking up to strangers and talking to them so I relaxed and started to enjoy myself.

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this work experience placement.

I learned about how to manually handle people when you have to help them in or out of a bed. I also learned how important communication is between nurses and also with some patients who are older and less able.

How has this work experience placement affected your thoughts on your career path for the future?

I have a much better understanding of the job now after this experience. I know that I have to develop my communication and organisational skills if I want to work as a nurse. I really enjoyed my experience and it has made me more even more sure that I want to study nursing. I am now thinking about colleges and the requirements.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this work experience placement?

Very good, I really enjoyed doing the work so I was enthusiastic and willing to help out as much as I could. I wasn’t sure if I would like to work in a hospital because of what you hear about overcrowding and doctors working crazy hours and all that. But I really loved it and was excited to go every day and know I definitely would like to know more about becoming a nurse.

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EVALUATION OF COMMUNITY WORK

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Local REHAB centre 05/12/20xx 08/12/20xx

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Describe the community work you were involved in.

Volunteering at the local REHAB centre, helping set up for lunch, playing games and talking with the clients.

What did you enjoy most about this community work?

I really enjoyed my time at the centre. I had lots of fun with the clients.

How did the community work live up to your expectations?

I didn’t really have any expectations other than I was hoping to feel like I made a difference in someone’s life, even if it was small, and I think I did.

Describe the biggest challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

I was not used to being around people with disabilities, but after a little bit of time I got used to it and everyone relaxed.

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this community work.

How to communicate better with people with intellectual disabilities.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this community work?

Poor in the beginning as I was quite unsure of what to do, but I got better as time went on.

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Describe the community work you were involved in.

Helping out the staff at our local REHAB centre, which works with people with intellectual disabilities. The clients come to the centre every day to take part in activities and to scoialise with each other.

What did you enjoy most about this community work?

I really enjoyed my time at the centre. I had lots of fun with the clients. I would like to learn more about the work REHAB and other organisations are doing to help and assist people with intellectual disabilities and how I could possibly help out more in the future in different ways.

How did the community work live up to your expectations?

I was glad to get this placement because I have no experience of working or being around people who have intellectual disabilities. I didn’t really have any expectations other than I was hoping to feel like I made a difference in someone’s life, even if it was small, and I think I did.

Describe the biggest challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

I was not used to being around people with disabilities, but after a little bit of time I got used to it and everyone relaxed.

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this community work.

I learned how to communicate with people with intellectual disabilities. I needed to be more patient with the clients and listen more closely than I normally would to others. I will be much more relaxed about doing this in the future.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this community work?

Initially I was quite withdrawn as I was uncomfortable and not sure what I should do or say. But as I got to know the clients I became more relaxed and interacted a lot more with them.

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Describe the community work you were involved in.

What did you enjoy most about this community work?

How did the community work live up to your expectations?

Describe the biggest challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

Rating: End Date: SAMPLE

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this community work.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this community work?

EVALUATION OF COMMUNITY WORK

Placement:

Describe the community work you were involved in.

What did you enjoy most about this community work?

How did the community work live up to your expectations?

Describe the biggest challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

Rating: End Date: SAMPLE

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this community work.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this community work?

EVALUATION OF COMMUNITY WORK

Describe the community work you were involved in.

What did you enjoy most about this community work?

How did the community work live up to your expectations?

Describe the biggest challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

Rating: End Date: SAMPLE

List the skills you learned and/or developed during this community work.

How would you rate your own level of participation during this community work?

What difficulties did you encounter?

How did you overcome these difficulties?

Bronze award record

For recording activities only. Please retain until Award completion is authorised by Gaisce.

name: ____________________________________

Participant’s name: PAL’s name:

Community Involvement activity :

Personal Skill activity :

Physical Recreation activity:

activity: for an additional one hour per week for 13 weeks (participants choose to extend one of their activities)

Adventure Journey: 2 days and 1 night

END OF YEAR INTERVIEW

At the end of Transition Year you will be interviewed about your experiences throughout the course. Below are the types of questions you will be asked in your interview. Read through them and spend some time considering how you might respond. Make some short notes to make sure you are well prepared.

What project/work did you most enjoy during Transition Year and why?

Select one of your projects and tell us about it.

What was your attendance like throughout the year?

What was your punctuality like during the year?

What was the highlight of Transition Year for you?

Tell us about your participation in Transition Year.

Sum up Transition Year in a few sentences.

If you had to change something about yourself as a result of Transition Year, what would it be and why?

Do you think you have changed as a person as a result of Transition Year? If yes, how have you changed?

END OF YEAR REVIEW

For you personally, what would you consider to have been your greatest success?

Do you feel you are better prepared for the Leaving Certificate now? Explain your answer:

What three aspects of Transition Year did you most benefit from? Why?

What three aspects of Transition Year did you least benefit from? Why?

List the skills/abilities developed during the year:

What advice would you give to a third year about to go into Transition Year?

HOW DID YOU PERFORM?

Co-operation with others

Dealings with people in authority

Development of initiative

Taking responsibility for own actions

Interest in the welfare of others

I achieved the following throughout Transition Year:

SAMPLE

Transition Year involves a variety of activities, skills, trips, new subjects and projects. Record the particular highlights for you for each term.

TERM 1

TERM 2

TERM 3

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