High school teachers often find it is possible to collect and respond to learning logs two or three times per term. When they do this, the learning log becomes an adapted form of the dialogue journal. Some teachers prefer to use a double page learning log. Students use the left hand page of the journal to make notes and record their observations, analysis, predictions and reflections, often on texts they are studying. They use the right hand side of the page to reflect upon and evaluate their learning and to ask questions.
Teachers usually make their comments on the right hand page.
Teachers who use learning logs find they provide excellent insight into their students' thinking and learning. As with other types of journals, you need to prepare students by modelling a range of entries. Often, you can use entries made by students from the previous year. It is good idea to keep a learning log yourself and demonstrate how you make your entries. Reading Logs Students use reading logs to record what they have read, respond personally to and analyse texts.