With
the final weekend of class dealing with assessment, I cannot help but
think of the term and its application to my return to academia. Did I
successfully fulfill the high standards and goals that I set for
myself? For now, a certain amount of assessment is purely a
proximation and personal reflection of my work.
It
has been many years since I have sat in a classroom and the return
has been a bit of a challenge. I was unsure of my ability to jump
back in and complete work that is comparable to that of my peers, but
also, coming into a mostly female dominated profession would I be
accepted into the group?
All
of my fears have subsided in the past month. A tremendous amount of
group work has shown me that my knowledge and perspectives are not
completely out of line with other students'. My role in my groups has
been solid and people have been very accepting of my suggestions and
work. My participation has been of value to others. Assignments such
as blogs and papers have been completed and have added to my
learning.
It
may take me a little longer and a bit more work, but I am happy in my
new environment and look forward to each new learning experience. In
truth, the final assessment of my work will come in the form of an
actual grade. An 'A' may be the ultimate goal, but on a personal
level I have proven to myself that yes I belong here and yes I can
complete the work and perform well – this being a vital assessment
to the beginning of my graduate school learning.
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