Cognitive Scaffold

Preparing your thinking workspace

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MENTAL MODEL · M6580

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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

A four-step framework for deep reflection, encompassing four dimensions: - D (Describe): Describe - objectively describe what happened - E (Examine): Examine - analyze the causes and effects of the event - E (Evaluate): Evaluate - judge what was done well and what needs improvement - P (Plan): Plan - formulate an action plan for future improvement. Scaffolding role: deep excavation, promoting growth. DEEP emphasizes that reflection should not stop at surface description; it requires examining and evaluating to deeply unearth the meaning behind experiences, ultimately transforming them into executable action plans.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Deep excavation, promoting growth. DEEP emphasizes that reflection should not stop at surface description; it requires examining and evaluating to deeply unearth the meaning behind experiences, ultimately transforming them into executable action plans.

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Anchor fast decisions

A four-step framework for deep reflection, emphasizing that reflection **must not stop at surface description**, but must go through examination and evaluation to deeply unearth the meaning behind experiences, ultimately transforming them into executable action plans, forming a closed loop of "experience → learning".

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