Prompt:
In this assignment, you will write a 1-2 page reflection (approximately 500-700 words) on what you have learned in Module 1: U.S. Educational System Overview/Variables that Influence Change and how this knowledge relates to your personal experiences or future goals in education.
In your reflection, consider the following:
Key Takeaways:
What are the most important concepts, ideas, or insights you gained from this module?
How have these ideas expanded your understanding of the U.S. educational system or the factors that influence change within it
Personal Connection:
How do the concepts and ideas from this module relate to your own experiences in education? This could include your experiences as a student, educator, or any other role you’ve had within the educational system.
Were there any ideas or discussions in this module that resonated with you personally? Why?
Application to Future Goals:
How do you anticipate applying the knowledge gained from this module to your future career or goals in education? Goal : Dean of Education
What strategies or concepts will you take forward as you consider your role in the educational system or in effecting change?
Formatting Guidelines:
Length: 1-2 pages (approximately 500-700 words).
Format: Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins.
Citations: If referencing specific readings or discussions, please include in-text citations and a reference list in APA format.
Readings to use or reference: Young, D. G., & Zeng, W. (2021). An ecological approach to understanding the scholarship of advising practice and administration. New Directions for Higher Education, 2021(195/196), 51–64. https://doi.org/10.1002/he.20408Links to an external site.
Stavrianeas, S., et al. (2022). Empowering faculty to initiate STEM education transformation: Efficacy of a systems thinking approach. PLoS ONE, 17(7), 1–17. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0271123