How do you teach a child who is a "reflective learner"?

This child likes private time to think, has a good self-understanding and realistic view of his strengths, needs time to work alone, and wants to express his own ideas. Teachers can encourage learning by:

  • Offering quiet areas to think and work
  • Providing materials for self-expression through art or writing
  • Giving freedom to choose and pursue his own interests
  • Spending time and interacting with the child one-on-one
  • Debriefing learning activities to allow times of reflection