Critical and Reflective thinking

The reality of the courtroom was similar to what my expectations were. I knew that it would be less dramatic than how movies and tv shows portray it, and also that we wouldn’t be viewing any extreme cases. However, it was still very interesting to observe and see how the system is run in real life. What I found most surprising was the fact we were able to witness such personal moments in the courtroom. I witnessed a testimony that detailed some tragic aspects of an individual’s past, and it was very emotional to see. I made sure to be as respectful and quiet as possible. This experience changed my understanding of the judicial process because it taught me new legal language, showed me how different kinds of cases are dealt with, and gave me the real life experience of being in that environment.

“I can gather and combine new evidence with what I already know to develop reasoned conclusions, judgments, or plans.”

I have used this experience to help solidify my own knowledge. It has changed some beliefs I had, and strengthened others.