Key Points

• You can use a learning log to record and share ongoing learning about what worked well and what didn’t work well for an event, situation or activity.

• Valuing, recording and acting on what you or others have learned can have a substantial impact on the quality of someone’s life.

• You should use information from a learning log to update other person-centered thinking tools and the person-centered description (support plan).

Think About…

• How is what you have learned about a person recorded in your organization? A learning log can replace traditional notes or records to help you to focus on the critical information about the person.

• How could they make a difference to the people that you support?

• If you have already use learning logs then how often are they updated and are being used on a regular basis?