Learning Reflection Templates
Reflection transforms experience into learning. These templates help you capture insights from Malware & Monsters sessions and plan how to apply them in your professional and personal development.
Immediate Post-Session Reflection (5 minutes)
Quick Capture Template
Session Date: _______________
Malmon Encountered: _______________
Your Role: _______________
Team Members: _______________
Three Key Insights:
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
Most Surprising Discovery:
_______________________________________________
Biggest Question Still on Your Mind:
_______________________________________________
One Thing You Want to Explore Further:
_______________________________________________
Detailed Reflection (Within 24 Hours)
Comprehensive Learning Analysis
Session Overview:
- Date and Duration: _______________
- Facilitator: _______________
- Malmon Type and Characteristics: _______________
- Organization Context: _______________
- Your Character Name and Role: _______________
Technical Learning
New Cybersecurity Concepts Learned:
- Concept 1: _______________
- What it is: _______________
- Why it matters: _______________
- How it applies to real situations: _______________
- Concept 2: _______________
- What it is: _______________
- Why it matters: _______________
- How it applies to real situations: _______________
- Concept 3: _______________
- What it is: _______________
- Why it matters: _______________
- How it applies to real situations: _______________
Technical Insights That Surprised You:
_______________________________________________
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Technical Questions You Still Have:
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
Collaboration and Team Dynamics
What Made Your Team Effective:
_______________________________________________
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Your Most Valuable Contributions:
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
How Your Character Influenced Your Thinking:
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Team Coordination Insights:
_______________________________________________
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Communication Techniques That Worked Well:
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Problem-Solving and Process Learning
Most Effective Problem-Solving Approaches:
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Decision-Making Processes That Worked:
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How Different Roles Contributed to Solutions:
- Detective insights: _______________
- Protector actions: _______________
- Tracker discoveries: _______________
- Communicator contributions: _______________
- Crisis Manager coordination: _______________
- Threat Hunter proactive findings: _______________
What Would You Do Differently:
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Weekly Reflection (One Week Later)
Integration and Application Assessment
Real-World Connections Made:
- Situation 1: _______________
- How session insights applied: _______________
- Situation 2: _______________
- How session insights applied: _______________
Conversations or Discussions Influenced by Session:
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Changes in How You Think About Cybersecurity:
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Follow-Up Learning You’ve Pursued:
- Articles read: _______________
- Videos watched: _______________
- Conversations had: _______________
- Research conducted: _______________
Professional Development Impact
Skills You’ve Started Developing:
_______________________________________________
Questions You’ve Explored Further:
_______________________________________________
Professional Relationships Built or Strengthened:
_______________________________________________
How This Experience Influences Your Career Thinking:
_______________________________________________
Monthly Cumulative Reflection
Pattern Recognition Across Sessions
Sessions Attended (List with dates and Malmons):
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
Common Themes Across Multiple Sessions:
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Skills That Have Developed Over Time:
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Evolution of Your Understanding:
- Month 1: _______________
- Current understanding: _______________
- Key changes in perspective: _______________
Long-Term Learning Assessment
Most Significant Insights Gained:
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
How Your Approach to Problems Has Changed:
_______________________________________________
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Professional Networks and Relationships Built:
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Knowledge Gaps You’ve Identified for Future Learning:
_______________________________________________
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Goal Setting and Planning Template
Short-Term Goals (1-3 Months)
Technical Skills to Develop:
- Goal 1: _______________
- Specific actions: _______________
- Timeline: _______________
- Resources needed: _______________
- Goal 2: _______________
- Specific actions: _______________
- Timeline: _______________
- Resources needed: _______________
Professional Relationships to Build:
- Who: _______________
- How: _______________
- Purpose: _______________
Real-World Applications to Try:
- Application 1: _______________
- Application 2: _______________
Medium-Term Goals (6-12 Months)
Career Development Objectives:
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Advanced Learning Targets:
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Community Contribution Plans:
_______________________________________________
Leadership or Mentorship Opportunities:
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Long-Term Vision (1-3 Years)
How Cybersecurity Fits Into Your Career Path:
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Expertise You Want to Develop:
_______________________________________________
Impact You Want to Have:
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Community Involvement Goals:
_______________________________________________
Specific Application Planning
Workplace Application Template
Insight from Session:
_______________________________________________
Current Workplace Situation Where This Applies:
_______________________________________________
Specific Actions You Can Take:
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
Resources or Support Needed:
_______________________________________________
Timeline for Implementation:
_______________________________________________
How You’ll Measure Success:
_______________________________________________
Learning Project Template
Topic to Explore: _______________________________________________
Why This Interests You: _______________________________________________
Learning Resources to Use:
- Books/Articles: _______________
- Online courses: _______________
- Hands-on practice: _______________
- Expert consultations: _______________
Timeline and Milestones:
- Week 1-2: _______________
- Week 3-4: _______________
- Month 2: _______________
How You’ll Apply This Learning: _______________________________________________
Teaching and Sharing Template
Knowledge Sharing Plan
What You Learned That Others Could Benefit From:
_______________________________________________
Who Could Benefit From This Knowledge:
_______________________________________________
How You’ll Share This Knowledge:
When You’ll Share This:
_______________________________________________
How You’ll Prepare to Teach This:
_______________________________________________
Mentorship Reflection
Who Could You Mentor Based on Your Experience:
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What Advice Would You Give to New Participants:
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How Your Perspective Has Changed Since Your First Session:
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What You Wish You Had Known When Starting:
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Personal Growth Assessment
Confidence and Competence Development
Areas Where You Feel More Confident:
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Skills You’ve Developed Through Sessions:
_______________________________________________
Professional Identity Changes:
_______________________________________________
How You Approach Learning Differently:
_______________________________________________
Relationship and Network Development
New Professional Relationships:
_______________________________________________
Strengthened Existing Relationships:
_______________________________________________
Communities You’ve Joined or Engaged With:
_______________________________________________
Collaboration Skills You’ve Developed:
_______________________________________________
Future Participation Planning
Session Preparation Improvements
How You’ll Prepare Differently for Future Sessions:
_______________________________________________
Character Development Ideas for Future Roles:
_______________________________________________
Learning Goals for Upcoming Sessions:
_______________________________________________
Community Contribution Plans
How You Want to Give Back to the Community:
_______________________________________________
Skills or Knowledge You Could Share:
_______________________________________________
Leadership Opportunities You’re Interested In:
_______________________________________________
Reflection Questions for Deep Thinking
Critical Thinking Prompts
Challenge Your Assumptions:
- What did you think you knew that turned out to be incomplete or incorrect?
- What assumptions about cybersecurity were challenged during your session?
- How has your understanding of incident response changed?
Explore Connections:
- How do insights from this session connect to other areas of your life or work?
- What patterns do you see across different learning experiences?
- How does cybersecurity relate to other fields you’re familiar with?
Consider Alternative Perspectives:
- How might someone from a different background view the same situation?
- What would you do differently if you had different constraints or resources?
- How do cultural or organizational differences affect cybersecurity approaches?
Growth and Development Questions
Personal Development:
- How has this experience changed your confidence in technical discussions?
- What aspects of collaboration do you want to improve?
- How has your communication style evolved through these sessions?
Professional Development:
- How do these insights apply to your current role?
- What career opportunities might these skills open up?
- How can you integrate cybersecurity thinking into your professional practice?
Community Development:
- How can you contribute to others’ learning in this area?
- What role do you want to play in cybersecurity education and awareness?
- How can you help build more inclusive and collaborative learning environments?
Using These Templates
Regular Reflection Practice
Immediate (Day of session): Use the Quick Capture template Within 24 hours: Complete the Detailed Reflection Weekly: Review and update with real-world applications Monthly: Assess patterns and plan future learning
Customization Tips
Adapt templates to your learning style:
- Add visual elements if you’re a visual learner
- Include audio notes if you prefer verbal processing
- Create digital versions if you prefer typing
- Combine templates if some work better together for you