Exploring the Reflection Levels in Reflective Journals of Undergraduate Student Majoring in Counseling : Focusing on Project-Based Learning

The study analyzes the reflective experiences of undergraduate students majoring in counseling by examining the content of reflective journals written during project-based classes according to different levels of reflection. The reflective journals of 23 undergraduate students majoring in counseling who experienced project-based learning were analyzed. The reflective journals were written once a week for four sessions. The reflective journals were analyzed according to levels of reflection, ranging from 0 to 7. Indicated that low reflection levels 0~1: 307 entries (64.9%) “simple descriptions”, Moderate reflection levels 2~4: 92 entries (19.45%) “introspection”, High reflection levels 5~7: 74 entries (15.65%) “interaction with external factors”. In terms of session scores: 1st session 1.97, 2nd session 1.79, 3rd session 1.66, 4th session 2.88. According to the content: feelings about oneself after today’s activities(3.87), reflections on the activity process(2.21), satisfaction with the activity experience(2.01), new insights gained(1.70), and areas still not understood(1.22).