Es ist wichtig zu wissen, was überhaupt erforscht werden soll, bevor man es erforscht“: Eine empirische Untersuchung der Reflexionsphase im Forschenden Lernen

The reflexion phase is equally meaningful in research and research-based learning. This article analyses reflections within research-based learning of students in educational science. Reflections were collected anonymously and evaluated using content analysis in terms of breadth (topics) and depth (complexity). Most reflections refer to methodical knowledge and skills as well as to collaborative working but are mostly rather descriptive. The results indicate that both research and reflection must be learned. Empirically examining students’ reflections enables a diverse and deepened insight into students’ learning and research process, which is important to adaptively and constructively mentor and coach students.