...Unit: 2 Assignment 1: Strengths & Challenges Reflection Letter Hello, It’s a pleasure to be in class GS1145 on Monday evenings. Especially being out of school since 2005. I can see that this program has lots to offer for student. The course I’m taking is Electrical Engineering, and I’m very thrilled to further my education at ITT-Tech. In this letter I’ll discuss my past challenges from being in school, to my strengths as a student. Also I’ll be going over plans and ideas I’ll be using to do my very best, to meet expectations. My biggest difficulties and weakness that I’ve always had in my past years of school, had been being able to speak in groups and presentations. It’s been a big challenge that I had trouble over coming back in High School. Sometimes I tend to over think thoughts, or get to nervous with speaking out clearly with thoughts and ideas. I plan to over come this difficulty by not over thinking certain ideas, situations, and being able to get ideas out. I also plan on working more in groups and participating more. One of things I enjoy about these courses, are the group presentations that are required by most classes. This will definitely help getting past that shyness, that I always had in the past when it came to presentations. This is something I’m looking forward in future projects and assignments. Some of my strengths are working in groups, paying attention to detail, and being creative. I like being able to...
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...Saint Joseph College of Cavite, Inc. www.sjc-cavite.edu.ph FIELD STUDY 5 LEARNING ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES Second Semester 2014- 2015 Cav National High School FS Student- BSED III Mr. Resource Teacher M Department Head English Department Field Study 5- Learning Assessment Strategies EPISODE | RATING | COMMENTS | Form 1 for FS 5Documenting and Assessing Student Progress | | | Episode 1Documenting and Assessing Student Progress | | | Episode 2Assessment Tools in the Learning Environment | | | Episode 3Log Me | | | Episode 4Product Oriented Assessment | | | Episode 5Available Tests and Measurement | | | Episode 6Student Reflection | | | General Reflection | | | FORM 1 FOR FS 5 DOCUMENTING AND ASSESSING STUDENT PROGRESS (answered by my resource teacher) 1. List the procedures you follow to correct different types of student work (e.g. Daily papers, homework, test, projects, etc.) * According to my resource teacher, he corrects class’ homework orally/ on- the- spot to the class, however those essays, he is the one who checks it. And when it comes to checking of projects he prefers using rubrics for checking. 2. List the methods you use to record student progress (e.g. grade book, anecdotal records, progress charts, etc) * According to my resource teacher, he uses the traditional class records in recording the students’ progress. 3. List any time saving tips you have discovered...
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...Chelsea Rentsch X420 Lab Week #8 February 25, 2013 Hiring Committee Reflection Paper I was assigned to be on the TRON Group A hiring committee in search of a candidate for the TRON Leadership Development Program. The job candidates are applying to be an entry-level Human Resources representative with TRON to build core human resource and business expertise skills. Assignments within this job posting include labor relations benefits, talent acquisition among others. The hiring decision process included some challenges and difficulties. At times, not every member was present at the same time in order to collaborate live about the strengths and weaknesses of each applying candidate. Hiring the right candidate was our choice and responsibility to insure that we are avoiding a future employee that could present threats or problems for TRON. This responsibility put a lot of pressure on my hiring committee. Also, it was difficult when candidates would not submit the assignments in a timely manner, such as the cover letter, resume, or online interview stream. This led to difficulty in collaborating and discussing the candidates’ job eligibility. When it came time to hire an individual, we went through a series of questions to assess each candidate. First we simply asked the hiring committee “is the applicant qualified to perform the job?”. We needed to think twice before hiring an applicant into a job that is outside his or her set of skills and knowledge. Next we asked, “is...
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...the many students who are said to “fail or underperform” in the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) each year to clearly understand that this form of testing must give way to something that is more holistic and student friendly, which focuses on the many steps the student had to take to reach where he is at. Students learn differently and therefore perform at various levels. If a student who has a learning difficulty sits a standardized intelligence test such as GSAT, he will not be able to function effectively. Therefore, alternative tests such as portfolio assessment, structured oral questioning and the use of creative expression in any of its forms in an examination setting should be implemented in order to give students with learning challenges a fair chance to show what they are capable of accomplishing educationally in any of these non –...
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...career moves. Your career interests, values and financial status also have an impact on when to begin. For an internship, part-time, temporary or seasonal position, any time is the right time! Here are some resources to help you navigate the many components of a job search: 1. Know yourself Take sometimes, and ask yourself who you are and what you stand. Know your reflection and try to evaluate yourself. What are you looking for in a career and what focus do you want your career to have going down the line? It very important to know, what do you enjoy doing? , what are you good at? , Where do my skills and knowledge lie? , what characteristics of a job are important to me? It’s also time to determine what your top skills are and what challenges you might face. The first step is being honest about your strengths and shortcomings. Also try to find out your passion, interest, dream and aspiration. 2. Impressive CV and Cover letter A well-constructed resume is one of the main tools needed in any job search. Many times the interviewer is impressed by the attractive and strong resume and cover letter. Explore activities such as volunteering or looking into professional associations. Be short and to the point. Employers receive a lot of applications, so lots of detail isn’t necessary and won’t make you stand out from all the other applications. 3. Use and make network People are more likely to work with individuals they know or people that are recommended. Let friends...
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...D., Dawn Dobson, Ph.D., Stephanie Smith, Ph.D., David Benson, Ph.D., and Tim Halton, Ph.D. University of Phoenix Organizational Diagnosis and Intervention June 16, 2008 Learning Team Leadership Learning Team Leadership Evaluation The global economy, geographically distributed organizations, and increasingly rapid technological changes have added a level of complexity that has changed the nature of business interrelationships. Managerial self-awareness and personal reflection play an important role in the leadership development process (McCarthy & Garavan, 1999). The 360-degree feedback process, multisource assessments, and personality inventories are useful in the context of leadership development (Church & Bracken, 1997; McCarthy & Garavan, 1999). Selfassessment and personal reflection are valuable tools in achieving personal and professional 2 growth and success. The challenge, however, is that self-assessment is oftentimes a difficult task due to the subjectivity of personal perceptions of strengths and weaknesses. The purpose of this essay is to report out on the assessment of the leadership styles of individual team members and identify the most important areas for improvement. The essay commences with a discussion on the criteria used for the selection of the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) as a self-awareness leadership instrument. The essay continues with an analysis of individual team member results from the Myers-Briggs and concludes with a set of recommendations...
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...depends on my today. What I’m today is a reflection of my past. How I get here is by pushing the fear boulder away little at time and having confidence in myself. I moved forward in faith. One thing one shouldn’t forget is to involve the Lord in their self-improvement. God is always there for us to turn our weakness into strength. My life is like a battle, what I get out of it depends on how I act in dire straits. In the journey of my life I had tackled many challenges to be where I am now. A glance to my past makes me a little nostalgic. When I was the student of AKHSS, it was my dream to do engineering from a highly prestigious university, GIKI. I strived hard to get there, but sometimes we are compelled to vary our goals due to unfavorable conditions and circumstances. Once I was afraid, although i enjoyed doing quite promising tasks and I was a very hard working student. I always loved to set goals and put my effort to attain them where GIKI topped the list. As getting into GIKI was the greatest aim at that time, I had to study really hard and worked conscientiously to get admission. I did my best but I was afraid of rejection. I was so afraid of being not able to get admitted. I did everything to satisfy myself on behalf of my own. Finally, I appeared in the entry test. When the result was announced, I was full of beans to know that I had successfully qualified the test and I was shortlisted. Within a week I got the offer letter. My happiness knew no bounds because I was...
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...Asia Wright Mrs. Saffo 0 Period March 13, 2012 Counseling Portfolio Table of Content 1. My Career Choice a. Job Description 2. Letter of Introduction b. Agreement/Disagreement 3. Interview 4. Career Options 5. Earnings 6. Employment Outlook 7. Colleges an c. Courses Chart d. Compare and Contrast 8. Companies Hiring 9. Dream House and Car 10. Loan Information 11. Exponentials e. Graph f. Table 12. Creative Reflection 13. Conclusion 14. How to be Graded Career Choice, Letter of Introduction, Interview, Agreement/Disagreement of Career Career Choice and Job Description Counselor: works in diverse community settings designed to provide a variety of counseling, rehabilitation, and support services Introduction Hello, my name is Asia Wright. I am a successful and passionate Westlake honor roll student active in the Magnet program of medical sciences and athletics. I desire to secure a full academic scholarship to a top-tier medical university for a Medical Doctorate (MD) in Trauma with concentration in chronic diseases, clinical trials and surgery. For my Math and Technology course I had to take a personality test and chose a career from the list provided based on my personality. Various careers were on the list provided such as Fashion Designer, Photographer, and Child Care but I decided to select Counselor/Social Worker. Not that I don’t disagree with the career...
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...The Life You’ve Always Wanted- John Ortberg The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual disciplines for ordinary people by John Ortberg SUMMARY John Ortberg’s book, The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual disciplines for ordinary people, published by Zondervan in 2002, is a contemporary exploration of the spiritual disciplines. Ortberg first introduces the purpose of the disciplines, and then examines eight specific disciplines, followed by a proposed plan for integration and endurance. The following provides a brief summary of Ortberg’s work. Ortberg (2002) begins with a broad assertion, “The primary goal of spiritual life is transformation” and defines transformation as “the inward and real formation of the essential nature of a person” (p. 21). Accordingly, Ortberg (2002) warns of outward and inauthentic change, which includes image management, judgment, legalism, and superficiality. Importantly, the author clarifies that spiritual disciplines are not indicators of spiritual growth; instead, their purpose is to provide training that enhances individuals’ ability to love (Ortberg, 2002). Once the author establishes the purpose of the disciplines, an examination of eight practices commences. First, Ortberg (2002) suggests that joy is a command; thus the discipline of celebration is crucial so that sin no longer is appealing (Ortberg, 2002). Next, the author introduces the discipline of slowing, which attenuates an unrelenting attempt to achieve more (Ortberg, 2002). Ortberg...
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...SWOT Analysis Of Verizon Communications Author DeVry University Instructor Principles of Management/MGMT-303ON Spring Session A March 22, 2008 Introduction As Stacy Collet stated, “In order to swat the competition you need to understand SWOT. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. It's a way to analyze a company's or a department's position in the market in relation to its competitors. The goal is to identify all the major factors affecting competitiveness before crafting a business strategy. “Verizon, formerly a Communications has now evolved into an Entertainment Company. Verizon now provides Telephone, Television and Internet services. (ComputerWorld, 2002) History Verizon Communications Inc., based in New York and incorporated in Delaware, was formed on June 30, 2000, with the merger of Bell Atlantic Corp. and GTE Corp. Verizon began trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the VZ symbol on Monday, July 3, 2000. The symbol was selected because it uses the two letters of the Verizon logo that graphically portray speed, while also echoing the genesis of the company name: veritas, the Latin word connoting certainty and reliability, and horizon, signifying forward-looking and visionary. While Verizon is truly a 21st century company, the mergers that formed Verizon were many years in the making, involving companies with roots that can be traced to the beginnings of the telephone...
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...Using Student Self-Reflections to Improve Student Study Habits in the Mathematics Classroom A Capstone Project Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Teaching: Mathematics Nancy Daly Department of Mathematics and Computer Science College of Arts and Sciences Graduate School Minot State University Minot, North Dakota Summer 2011 ii This capstone project was submitted by Nancy Daly Graduate Committee: Dr. Laurie Geller, Chairperson Dr. Cheryl Nilsen Dr. Rebecca Anhorn Dean of Graduate School Dr. Linda Cresap Date of defense: Month day, year iii Abstract Type the abstract here. Do not indent. It should be one block paragraph. The abstract is a summary of your paper. iv Acknowledgements Type your acknowledgements here. Indent each paragraph 0.5 inch. You can thank whomever you choose. v Table of Contents Page Abstract .................................................................................................................. iii Acknowledgements ................................................................................................ iv List of Tables ....................................................................................................... viii List of Figures ........................................................................................................ ix Chapter One: Introduction ................................................................
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...My Final reflection Learning isn’t about how much you know but how you apply it in to your every day life. But understanding how you learn will allow you to understand the world around you and making sense of it. By identifying your strengths and weaknesses of a task can be very beneficial to how you will succeed the task at hand. Understanding how you learn by using your learning patterns. Your learning patterns are sequence, precision, technical reasoning and confluence. Sequence is the type of learning patterns were you like direction, order and organization when starting a task. Precision is were you like details, you identify, and explain a task or when starting a task. Technical reasoning is you build, fix, and like to figure out tasks on you own. Confluence is that you like to thing out side the box. You brainstorm, create, and you take a chance with your tasks or in life. My views have changed dramatically with this class. Now being to under stand how I learn I feel that I can take on anything and come out feeling good about it. Being able to understand how I use my learning patterns has helped me so much not only with this class but with work, home, and even my kids. Learning is apart of use even when were not realizing it. I am a dynamic learner I use my patterns one to two at a time. I think in steps, like clarification, and like to have as much information when starting a task. I have the mind to problem solve when it comes my way. Sequence 30- I am a planner...
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...YORK UNIVERSITY S E N AT E C O M M I T T E E O N T E A C H I N G A N D L E A R N I N G ’ S G U I D E T O TEACHING ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION INTRODUCTION NEED FOR THE GUIDE The Teaching Assessment and Evaluation Guide provides instructors with starting-points for reflecting on their teaching, and with advice on how to gather feedback on their teaching practices and effectiveness as part of a systematic program of teaching development. As well, the Guide provides guidance on how teaching might be fairly and effectively evaluated, which characteristics of teaching might be considered, and which evaluation techniques are best suited for different purposes. The Teaching Assessment and Evaluation Guide is a companion to the Teaching Documentation Guide (1993), also prepared by the Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning (SCOTL). The Documentation Guide (available at the Centre for the Support of Teaching and on the SCOTL website) aims to provide instructors with advice and concrete suggestions on how to document the variety and complexity of their teaching contributions. Teaching is a complex and personal activity that is best assessed and evaluated using multiple techniques and broadly-based criteria. Assessment for formative purposes is designed to stimulate growth, change and improvement in teaching through reflective practice. Evaluation, in contrast, is used for summative purposes to give an overview of a particular instructor’s teaching in a ...
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...Gardner’s Multiple Intelligence Theory: A Reflection to a Personal Philosophy in Early Child Education Sharon Stone ECE 101 Professor Lawrence July 4, 2011 Gardner’s Multiple Intelligence Theory: A Reflection to a Personal Philosophy in Early Child Education "It is of the utmost importance that we recognize and nurture all the varied human intelligences, and all of the combinations of intelligences. We are all so different largely because we all have different combinations of intelligences. If we recognize this, I think we will have at least a better chance of dealing appreciatively with the many problems that we face in the world” (Gardner, 1987, first para.). Howard Gardner is recognized for his theory of multiple intelligences in the educational circuit in individualizing the curriculum and assessment for the student. As a teacher molding young minds, you need to understand how to utilize Gardner’s multiple intelligences in the classroom. To make the connection will take hard work, acceptance and the willingness to endure. (Morrison, 2009). In view to early childhood education and development, my philosophies are greatly affected by Howard Garner and his Multiple Intelligences Theory. His theories not only benefit the student and teacher, but also mirror my own philosophies of teaching. Howard Gardner created the concepts of Multiple Intelligences (MI) in 1983. The concepts questioned conventional acceptance in the area of education and cognitive ...
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...THE EXPERIENCES OF VOLUNTEERING AND SERVICE LEARNING: A CASE STUDY OF A SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT AT “CROSSROADS FOUNDATION” Samuel, Ho Lee, Fullness Social Enterprises Society, Lingnan University, sleeho819@hotmail.com Erica, Kim Man Lee, Fullness Social Enterprises Society, Lingnan University, erica_lee02@yahoo.com Mike, Hyung Min Lee, Dongguk University, wemakemoves123@gmail.com Jacqueline Kelleher, Pace University, jk56646n@pace.edu Katy Kaestner, Trinity University, kkaestne@trinity.edu ABSTRACT The processes and outcomes of a service learning project conducted by a group of five students and engaged with a nonprofit organization are described in this paper. The processes and outcomes are evaluated with respect to the effectiveness of service learning as an educational means and the contribution to the nonprofit sector made by service learning initiatives. The findings include the benefit of the initial ambiguity of the service learning project and the benefit of the project outputs to the nonprofit agency. It is concluded that researchers may need to figure out the absolute relationship between initial ambiguity and the effectiveness of a service learning project and that between project outputs and the benefits received by the organization concerned. It is also concluded that researchers need to study how to keep participants’ passion towards the nonprofit sector after completion of their service learning project. KEYWORDS Service learning, volunteering, nonprofit organizations...
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