My Self Appraisal

This is a critical appraisal of a quantitative research article, “What is next after Transfer of Care from Hospital to Home for Stroke Patients? Evaluation of a Community Stroke Care Service Based in a Primary Care Clinic” (Aziz et al., 2013). This is a prospective observational study which examines the post stroke care program based in primary care is able to provide monitoring for secondary stroke prevention, as well as managing further rehabilitation needs for stroke patients residing at home. The Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) tool assists in the critique of this article.

In the first months of college, I wasn’t so sure if I wanted to pursue architecture, finance, or engineering; I was utterly lost, unlike many of my peers. Over the months, I pondered on what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. Then, I realized I was never interested in obtaining a job where I would sit at a desk and stare at some numbers on a computer screen for 9 hours every day. Through my daily routine and utilization of time, I realized I found less joy in the courses I applied least outside of the classroom, yet was intrigued that with the many hours I worked in the studio. I could work on a skill in which I could use in the career I wanted; a path in which I could leave a legacy through molding the world the way I wanted to see

Everyone who decides to enroll in college must, at some point, think about what area they want to major in. There are many things that students consider when choosing a major. Some make their decision based on what they think can make them the most money once they begin their lives in the work force. However, many students believe that if you choose a major that interests you and challenges you then you can use those skills that can help you in any career. (R. Landrum & S. Davis, 2014) Let’s face it. Employers know that when they hire someone straight out of college they are not immediately going to know

Although actual career goals were never established in college, I knew which fields I intuitively gravitated toward,

A big concern in todays’ world for graduating college students is being able to find a job right out of school. More times than not, there are many problems that occur when a student chooses a specific career path. In the short exert “Why Focusing Too Narrowly In College Could Backfire”, written by Peter Cappelli, he discusses in his opinion, as well as many others, the right path students should be taking. The lead way students should be following to secure they get a job in a field they will enjoy. Many students have trouble picking a college to go to let alone what major they want to focus on. Students are told to pick a major and start taking the classes for it as soon as possible without realizing they might not even enjoy that field of work. There are many struggles in college with picking the correct classes and

As a college student, I often find myself inundated with work. To make it worse, these assignments usually are uninteresting and irrelevant. It is in the midst of these tedious exercises that I begin to wonder whether all of this work is worth it. When this issue creeps into my mind, I think back to my reasons for choosing to pursue this profession. When I started college, I knew that I could not function in a typical nine to five job. The banality and predictability of such a career simply did not appeal to me. So that essentially ruled out any course of study which would lead to such an occupation. I also knew that I wanted a job that would allow me to make a difference in people’s lives.

The whole educational and career planning process has been quite the challenge. One factor that I was completely sure of though, was that I wanted to be doing something important. Something that I personally felt like I would be remembered while also giving back to the community in which I live. With that in mind however, it not only takes one’s talents that are depended on but the experience needed when selecting a career path. Out of the many careers that one can select, I had to pick an admirable career where I would not only make a decent living for myself and my children, but also undertaking something that I would enjoy doing.

My personal experience as an undergraduate has shaped and shifted my career path and interests as it does for some traditional undergraduates, but for me it was not particular class or passionate professor that inspired my new found interest, but rather, my experience outside the classroom. My interaction with the staff at Arizona State University and my involvement as a student leader has had a profound influence on my college experience and has driven me to pursue a career in higher education.

Cecilia Gaposchkin wrote an article over the movement of students who pick major that interest them more, rather than a practical job. Gaposchkin believes this opens their creativity and leads them to be a more critical thinker. I agree with her agreement, on more of a personal level since it relates to me. I chose to be a art major, for the fact of my interest and strengths. My parents on the other hand, think it’s not the best idea but i have no desire to change my major to please anyone. I’m not strong in other courses, and they do not interest me one bit so i feel the motivation is already lost. MY weakness will become my straights through my major though since i won’t be forced to improve my study skill through courses i don’t want to

As a non-traditional student, I have experienced so many interests in my life, but as stated by Eleanor Roosevelt being interested in one thing will lead to new interests. I found this to be very interesting because although I had never really thought about it I found it to be true because being interested in my education has brought many new interests to me and will continue to bring many more. Some of the interests that I have gained during my academic career include things such as the masters of accountancy program, supply chain management, volunteer work, teamwork, and leadership skills to name a few of the most important that will carry on with me after graduation.

Thousands of students graduate from high school each year in the United States. As they enter college a new world of decisions opens up to them. The main one being; how should one choose a major, based on potential financial gain or based on enjoyment? For the purposes of this paper when speaking of potential financial gain I am referring to majors that will have some type of base salary of at least 40k and enjoyment as majors that are in the fine arts. With so many different options at so many different schools this is undoubtedly one of the most difficult decisions to make due to the fact that a person’s entire future will essentially be on the line. Nonetheless, when choosing a major, the most rational thing for someone to do is to choose a major with potential financial gain

My self-perception and reflected appraisal are somewhat in tune with one another. My boyfriend gave me the list which is why certain things are there that may not normally be seen by others. For instance being stubborn, and impatient are something only my boyfriend and possibly immediate family would notice about me. Due to my comfortability with them. Furthermore, there were some commonalities in qualities such as friendly, helpful, kind-hearted on my list and sweet, caring, kind, and thoughtful on his. I listed a quality of mine as being smart and he listed intelligent. The qualities I listed that he did not are strong, confident, outgoing, leader, and independent. I was actually quite surprised that we had so many on the list in common.

Self assessment is a process in which you examine yourself in attempt to discover and learn more about yourself. Your likes, dislikes, behaviors, attitudes and habits can be found during this process. You can use the discoveries to your advantage by accepting or changing strengths and weaknesses. I plan on using this course to enhance my personal skills to become a better student and find success in earning my Bachelor of Arts degree at Ashford University in Social Science. Self Assessment is the first step in my successful future.

he world is too vast to be solely concerned with what goes on in your immediate circle. There is too much to learn about different ways of life, too much to experience, too much to understand. I am unconventional in my interests, I am unconventional in my aspirations, and I am unconventional in my studies. Over the past couple weeks I have contemplated what defines me as a person, and I can honestly say I am not sure. I do not yet know what drives me. I have interests across the disciplines, I am invigorated by nearly every academic subject, by world cultures, by sports, by religions, by the arts. Much like my social life, my personal interests span across the disciplines. I have used the first seventeen years of my life trying to satiate my

personal reflection upon your decisions to enter a field, nor does it focus on your extracurricular