Planned classroom-based discussions with learners trialling aspiration-raising reflective practices had to abandoned, as they were resticted to in-cell education during lockdown. This meant they had to work independently through tasks with very limited tutor contact. 'Exit slips' or telephone interviews were used to capture quick responses from learners on what they had just studied, identifying their strengths and weaknesses. The team felt that the project had highlighted the importance of learner motivation and involvement.