Supporting reflective learning with online tools

In this paper results and experiences using different ways to support reflection in two courses at two technical schools of Aalto University are presented. We will explore, first, how to support students' reflective learning in a time-saving way, and second, ways of using self and peer assessment and "digitalized learning diaries" such as web questionnaires. The effects of supporting methods used will be evaluated, and both teachers’ and students’ perspectives on reflection will be considered with the aid of questionnaires and feedback collected from courses taught by the authors. This will form a solid base for future development of support mechanisms for reflective learning.