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How To Write A Reflection Paper

This document provides instructions for writing a reflection paper in 3 parts: an introduction stating what is being reflected on and a thesis, body paragraphs examining ideas and experiences in context with quotes, and a conclusion summarizing what was learned and how new knowledge has impacted understanding of the subject. A reflection paper evaluates a personal experience in terms of lessons learned by expressing one's point of view with observations and examples to comprehend for readers. It involves analyzing how an experience, task, article or lecture influenced one's perceptions and thoughts on a topic.

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How To Write A Reflection Paper

This document provides instructions for writing a reflection paper in 3 parts: an introduction stating what is being reflected on and a thesis, body paragraphs examining ideas and experiences in context with quotes, and a conclusion summarizing what was learned and how new knowledge has impacted understanding of the subject. A reflection paper evaluates a personal experience in terms of lessons learned by expressing one's point of view with observations and examples to comprehend for readers. It involves analyzing how an experience, task, article or lecture influenced one's perceptions and thoughts on a topic.

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How to write a reflection paper:

A reflection paper, also known as a reflective essay, recaps and evaluates a personal
experience in terms of lessons and ideas learned through the experience. It is a type of paper that
requires you to write your own opinion on a topic, supporting it with your observations and
personal examples. In this essay you get an opportunity to write your point of view- and the best
part is there is no wrong answer. It is your opinion, and it is your job to express your thoughts in
a manner that will be comprehensible and clear for any and all readers that will read your paper.
An interaction with a reading material, story or article at a more personal level may be
considered a personal experience for reflection. Reflection papers should have an academic tone,
yet be personal and subjective. In this type of paper you should analyze and reflect upon how an
experience, academic task, article or lecture shaped your perception and thoughts on a subject.

A reflection paper should consist of three parts:

1. Introduction- Your introduction should specify what you are reflecting upon. Make
sure that your thesis informs your reader about your general position or opinion
toward your subject.
a. State what you are analyzing: a passage, a lecture, an academic article, an
experience, etc.
b. Write a thesis statement stating how your subject has affected you. One way you
can start your thesis to write:

Example: “After reading/experiencing (your chosen topic), I gained the


knowledge of…”

2. Body Paragraphs- The body paragraphs should examine the ideas an experiences
you’ve had in context to your topic. Make sure each new body paragraph starts with a
topic sentence. Your reflection may include quotes and passages. Feel free to
describe what you saw, what you heard, and how you felt.

Example: I saw many people participating in our weight experiment. The atmosphere
felt nervous yet inspiring. I was amazed by the excitement of the event.”

3. Conclusion- Briefly summarize the work. You should summarize what you have
learned from the experience. Tell the reader how your newfound knowledge has
affected your understanding of the subject in general. Describe the feeling and the
overall lesson you have learned as a result of the reading experience.
Writing Mechanics:
1. Always use short-sized bond paper
2. Times new roman
3. Font size 12
4. 1.5 spacing
5. Normal margin
6. Suggested total word count is not less than 500 words

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