Peak Performers Student Answers

The PEAK (Promoting the Emergence of Advanced Knowledge) Assessment and Direct Training Module was developed by Dr. Mark Dixon for use with autistic children or those with related developmental disabilities. It is based an ABA based therapy, (Applied Behavior Analysis), and assesses skills in manding, tacting, labeling, social and emotional descriptions, the usage of metaphors, and developing effective social exchanges (Daar, et al., 2015). PEAK is composed of four consecutive modules each with individual assessments consisting of 184 questions. The questions are directed at determining specific weaknesses in an individual’s skills. The scores are then collected and recorded on the Performance Matrix Triangle where the results are visually organized and easily interpreted. Corresponding with the assessments is a relational training system that addresses any skill deficits of the individual. The PEAK assessment is an extremely precise tool for earmarking developmental disabilities and has been tested for both validity and reliability.

That according to the study, males have earlier, more frequent intercourse both before and after marriage, emphasize sexual pleasure as a motive for intercourse, and have more non-marital and extramarital relationships than females. I feel that this is mostly true among me and my other groups of friends who are male.

 Many successful people are born with special talents or skills. Specifically, talents are such as height, speed, strength, awareness, smartness, and many other abilities. Such as, Yao Ming. He was the tallest Chinese center to ever play basketball. He was born with that height, and put it into use. In the book Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell finds analytics and found that the younger players were more selected than older in hockey. As it also goes with when you are born. You could have big hands like Odell Beckham, speed like Usain Bolt, or even be as smart as Einstein. However, some people may need to work hard in order to achieve their dreams.

James S. Murphy wrote about how the SAT is a high Stakes evaluation of enormous magnitude in which colleges use to analyze the readiness and skills of high school students. Some students are not financial stable to pay tutors or discover other resources that enable them to get adequate scores on the various exams. These rigorous exams act as a subject course other than showing students abilities through their academic achievements in high school, something where colleges rather judge students on their SAT to determine if their good enough to attend college. The College Board are now proposing a program named Khan Academy; which better equip students to be prepared and comfortable taking exams under pressure, which allow the programs offer varies

I used verb tenses that shift when needed (as in when moving from a citation back to my own writing), deciding between active and passive voice where appropriate.

Below the surface of every great achievers includes talent plus training, distinguishes one performer from another, by how hard

Being a peak performer is something every culture, age, and gender can work towards. Becoming a peak performer will not happen in one day. You may experience setbacks and have obstacles to overcome.

There is always a sense of lost involved when people assume an identity other than their actual one. By passing, a door opens into another world and the previously occupied one is shut, and by trying to re-enter the world that is shut, several problems can arise. Passing can eventually lead to end of relationships such as the case of Clare and Bellew after he finds out about Clare’s black heritage (209). Passing causes insecurity and fear such as the case of Irene who is constantly afraid of the exposure of Clare’s identity (128). Great-Uncle Paul experiences this as well, he requests for his siblings not to bring their spouses to met with him and his wife, for the fear of his wife finding out that he is black (23-26). Passing can result to

When asked what does it mean to be a peak performer we must first ask the question, what is a peak performer? “Peak performers come from all lifestyles, ages, cultures, genders and genders” (Bethel, 2013, p. 6). The one great thing about being a peak performer, anyone can be one (Bethel, 2013)! One must be motivated and desire to excel to be a peak performer. Peak performers are highly motivated individuals that illustrate the willingness to step outside of their comfort zones and takes a risk (Bethel, 2013). They are creative thinkers and use that creativity to solve problems (Bethel, 2013). They overcome barriers, oppositions and constantly acquire new skills (Bethel, 2013). There are many more attributes and (or) qualities that make a person a peak performer. Although I haven’t used to term “peak performer” (Bethel, 2013, p.6) as defined by Bethel, I have, however, implemented throughout my life the attributes that define a peak performer. Bethel is right when they state it takes a high

The issue of performing well in college has been a thoroughly debated topic for quite some time now; students and researchers alike have come together to discuss the matter, sharing their ideas and experiences. Whilst I’ve no business fancying myself any manner of expert on the issue, what I’ve come to understand in recent time is the sheer amount of importance one’s attitude truly has when it comes to schoolwork. Though this idea may be dismissed as laughable by some, we can see now perhaps more than ever that a positive, optimistic outlook can not only make college a more manageable, less stressful task, but also a task done well.

Today’s class began with a survey over Dr. Swan and his teaching. Since this took up approximately 15 minutes, we did not begin our class discussion over Samuel Johnson until 12:45. Although we were shorted by a few minutes, we still were able to go into our discussion and use the rest of the class time provided for it.

Harvard professor Chris Argyris promoted the concepts of espoused theories of action and theories-of-use. Espoused theories of actions reflect what people say governs their behavior, while theories-of-use reflects how they actually behave.

Peak was set in New York, Nepal, and Mt. Everest. Meanwhile, an important character stepped in, Sun- jo, an intriguing 14 year old shera that will help Peak summit Everest. Sun - jo’s grandpa another meaningful character was the little groups “meteorologist” to predict when to summit.

A peak performer can include any high achiever who works hard to obtain his or her goals (Bethel University, 2013). To be included in the group, one must set goals with the purpose of being an over achiever. Peak performers do not dwell on mistakes or criticism. In fact, a peak performer would use any mistake or advice to educate themselves on how to become a better employee or student. These highly motivated individuals work each day to obtain personal daily goals and prepare to go above and beyond to exceed them. In order to be a peak performer one must be able to self-access his or her issues. It is important to be able to state what your flaws are and know how you can fix them going forward. Peak performers avoid procrastination by taking

After being challenged to compare my scores on two summaries, I noticed that, for the most part, my scores improved. The most noticeable improvements were from the “summary mastery” and “style” categories, where I scored higher on Summary 2 than Summary 1. Applying for the Osprey Writing Badge has made me aware and has confirmed that my writing in this course thus far has improved.