• Learning log notebook or section in binder
• Dated entry templates or prompts
• Sample log entries for modeling

Set up learning log format (notebook, digital document, or binder section). Create variety of entry prompts. Establish routine for when entries occur (end of class, end of week). Model quality entries.

1. Introduce learning logs: 'A place to track your thinking and learning journey through this unit.'
2. Set up format: Date each entry. Write in complete thoughts.
3. Today's entry prompts (choose one or respond to all):
4. What did I learn today that I didn't know before?
5. What am I still confused about?
6. What strategy worked well for me today?
7. How does today's learning connect to what I already knew?
4. Model an entry: 'Today I learned that dividing fractions means multiplying by the reciprocal. I understand WHY now - it's like asking how many groups fit. I'm still confused about mixed numbers.'
5. Writing time (5-7 min): Students write entries silently.
6. Logs are private reflections - no sharing required.
7. Teacher reads logs periodically (with permission) to understand student thinking.
8. End of unit: Reread your log from start to finish. What growth do you notice?
9. Final reflection: What did you learn about how you learn?
10. Logs inform instruction - common confusions become next day's focus.

Provide sentence starters for reluctant writers. Allow audio recordings or drawings. For advanced students, require evidence or examples with each claim.

Review logs periodically for metacognitive growth. Look for patterns in confusion or confidence. Use questions to guide instruction. Track growth in reflection quality.