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Unit 6 – Self reflection. Unit purpose : To assist controllers to improve their performance through self-reflection.
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Unit 6 – Self reflection Unit purpose: To assist controllers to improve their performance through self-reflection. Learning outcomes: The controller will be able to apply the process of self-reflection using such methods as video analysis, diaries and mentoring, and will apply the process to improve his or her performance as a controller. Content • The self-reflection process • Why self-reflection is important • Mentoring and self-reflection • Controller diaries and reports • Using videos • Understanding and handling criticism C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
The self-reflection process Perform an activity Review how well it went Identify what you could have done/changed to improve the outcome Implement changes C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Why is self-reflection important Key areas of officiating: • Oversight, leadership, organisational skills • Decision making • Communicating C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Methods of self reflection Mentoring Controlling diary Using video C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Mentoring - 1 Interactive process Behaviours, not on specific actions Sounding board Feedback C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Mentoring - 2 Prepare for the meeting Focus on goal(s) and plan(s) for change Describe, evaluate and explain Remember and review your good points Follow-up, review, re-evaluate C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Mentoring - 3 When mentoring: • Be non-judgemental • Give constructive feedback • Let the official do the work • Ask focus questions • How did you think that went? • How did you feel? • What went well? • Were there any problems? • How can they be solved? • What can you improve on for next time? C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Controller diaries and reports Keeping a controlling diary: • Simple and specific • Describe before judging • Record positive outcomes • Evaluation • Brainstorm solutions • Re-evaluate • Try again C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Controller’s reports Rule 32.2 No more than 6 weeks after the event the Orienteering Australia Controller shall send a report to the Orienteering Australia appointing body. C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection
Handling criticism You can never please all of the people all of the time. Communication skills are fundamental. Criticism/conflict can be with: • Event officials • Competitors • Others (spectators, landowners etc.) Learn from situations C2 course, Unit 6, Self-reflection