Diario de prácticas

Summary

In this educational video, Professor Ana María Martín Cuadrado explains how to create and manage a professional practice diary as part of a Social Education degree. The diary is a key component of the portfolio and is used to reflect on daily experiences, professional growth, and learning. Students must systematically document their activities, challenges, and progress, and submit it at the end of the practicum. The diary not only serves as a tool for self-reflection but also as an instrument for academic evaluation, contributing to the overall grade. Key elements include organization, regular reflection, and final conclusions with supporting evidence.

Takeaways

• 😀 The diary is part of a portfolio in the professional practices course, integrated into Phase 3, and should be completed throughout the practicum.
• 😀 The diary aims to help students collect data, reflect critically on experiences, and build knowledge, assisting in the process of learning during the practicum.
• 😀 Students are expected to write the diary systematically, documenting daily experiences and reflecting on these entries over time.
• 😀 A key learning goal is for students to observe situations and reflect on them, analyzing strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities in their personal and professional growth.
• 😀 The diary will be evaluated weekly by the tutor and can be submitted via email or other platforms, with an optional involvement of the professional tutor for feedback.
• 😀 The diary format requires a Word document with a structure that includes an introduction, daily reflections, weekly or bi-weekly evaluations, conclusions, and mandatory appendices.
• 😀 Weekly or bi-weekly evaluations should summarize the student's experiences, identifying key learnings, achievements, or areas for improvement.
• 😀 The appendices should include mandatory elements such as a certificate of practicum, a comparative analysis of professional identity questionnaires, and reflections on the practicum experience.
• 😀 The diary structure is designed to ensure comprehensive reflection and analysis, helping students assess the relationship between their activities and the learning outcomes of the course.
• 😀 The final evaluation of the diary is based on the level of reflection, the format's completeness, and the depth of analysis, with a rubric rating from 0 to 5.
• 😀 Students should submit the diary in the designated folder within the portfolio, with the final submission due during the exam period, ensuring that the diary's insights are well-integrated and reflective.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the daily log in the professional practice course?

The daily log serves as a tool to help students collect data during their practicum, facilitating reflection on their experiences. It allows students to observe, record, and analyze their actions and learning, contributing to the overall construction of knowledge.

How is the daily log structured within the course?

The daily log is integrated into the portfolio as part of Phase 3 of the course. It includes reflections on the activities undertaken, evaluations of progress, and a conclusion based on the student's learning. The portfolio includes additional sections like an introduction, day-by-day log entries, and annexes.

What are the expected results from using the daily log?

The daily log helps students to develop critical observation skills, allowing them to analyze and reflect on their actions. It also provides an opportunity to assess their learning process and identify their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the professional context.

What are the key components of the daily log’s structure?

The daily log consists of several components: an introduction, daily entries (with dates and hours spent), weekly or bi-weekly evaluations, conclusions, and annexes. The annexes should include mandatory documents such as certificates and self-assessment questionnaires.

How should students organize their daily log entries?

Students should record daily activities with the date and number of hours spent at the practicum center. They should also include reflections on what occurred each day, followed by weekly or bi-weekly evaluations that summarize their progress and learning.

What is the significance of the weekly or bi-weekly evaluations in the daily log?

These evaluations allow students to reflect on their daily entries, providing a synthesized overview of their learning, challenges, and personal growth. They help students assess whether their activities are contributing to the achievement of course objectives and competencies.

What types of documents are required as annexes in the daily log?

The annexes should include the professional identity questionnaires (initial and final), the practicum center certificate, and any additional documents relevant to the student's personal reflection or experience during the practicum.

How is the daily log evaluated?

The daily log is evaluated based on its format, structure, and the level of reflection demonstrated by the student. Evaluations focus on the depth of reflection from level 0 to level 5, with a strong emphasis on thoughtful analysis and personal growth.

What should be included in the conclusion of the daily log?

The conclusion should summarize the student's overall experience during the practicum, synthesizing the observations and reflections made throughout the course. It should also link these experiences to personal learning outcomes, including insights on strengths, weaknesses, and future opportunities.

What role do the professional collaborators play in the daily log process?

The professional collaborators, or mentors at the practicum center, may contribute to the daily log by providing additional feedback or observations. While the log is primarily overseen by the course tutor, input from the professional collaborators can be beneficial in enriching the student's reflections.