Reflection

Reflection is an essential element of the process of experiential learning. It is part of the debriefing process and can enable participants:

	To process new information and experiences and make generalisations.
	To consolidate learning through reflecting on what they have done.
	To apply what they have learnt in new situations.

Evaluation

Debriefing sessions that enable participants to reflect upon what they have been discusing and to gauge their reactions to the workshop should be scheduled throughout a workshop - not just at the end.

Participants come to workshops with a range of expectations, but not all of these will be met by the objectives of the workshop. It is important to allow participants to think about what they gained, and how this relates back to their expectations and experiences.

They may then be given the opportunity to discuss these expectations and experiences, with a view to incorporating what they have learned into their own training programs.

This process is sometimes referred to as reflective practice. The following questions may help the process of reflection:

	Did you feel a sense of achievement?
	Was the learning environment challenging but supportive?
	Were there a variety of learning opportunities?
	Were there positive outcomes?
	Were you happy with the ways in which materials and resources were used in the workshop?
	Will you be able to develop your own programs based on the CD?
	Were there opportunities for feedback?
	Did you enjoy the workshop?