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– ## humnweek3.docx
– ## HUMN_6000_W02_SkillsAssessment.docx
**## humnweek3.docx**
WEEK 3 ASSIGNMENT: GRADUATE SKILLS SELF ASSESSMENT
If you were to in fact build the foundation of a castle—or a house, or some other structure—you would first need to make a plan. Then you would need to take stock of the materials and tools you have on hand with which to work. Do you have enough concrete for the size of the structure? Will you need steel for reinforcements? And what tools do you have to weatherproof the concrete?
This practice of taking stock is important in graduate study as well. What kinds of skills do you have at your disposal now? How do you perceive your abilities? A self-assessment allows you to reflect on the competencies you currently have and others to cultivate throughout your program. In this Assignment, you assess your graduate-level skills and then summarize the findings in a paper.
TO PREPARE
· Take the Graduate Skills Self-Assessment found in the Learning Resources.
· Reflect on your assessment results. What are your strengths and areas for improvement based on the graduate-level skills presented?
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
[**WEEKLY RESOURCES**](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
BY DAY 7
**Write** a 2-page paper, in the APA 7th edition course paper template, describing your self-assessment results, including your strengths and improvement areas. How will you address the identified gaps in your graduate-level skills? What resources will you access to fill the gaps? Based on your self-assessment results and reflection, what concerns you about graduate work? Be sure that your paper contains the three elements of an academic paper: introduction (with thesis statement), body of the paper, and conclusion.
If you choose to include evidence in your assignment, be sure that you paraphrase all evidence and follow APA guidelines for citing sources in the body of the paper and on the reference list.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
WEEK 3: LEARNING RESOURCES
[Library Searching in Human Services](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-e).
[_Subject research: Human services.Links to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/humanservices) https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/humanservices
· Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.-b).
[_How do I find original or primary research that analyzes empirical data?Links to an external site._](https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72640) https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72640
· Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.-a).
[_How do I find a persistent or permanent link to an article in a library database?Links to an external site._](https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/280802) https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/280802
[Reading Scholarly Articles](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Walden University Academic Skills Center. (n.d.-b).
[_Reading research articlesLinks to an external site._](http://cdn-media.waldenu.edu/2dett4d/Walden/CAEX/1234/M4/module4/index.html) [Self-paced tutorial]. http://cdn-media.waldenu.edu/2dett4d/Walden/CAEX/1234/M4/module4/index.html
_This tutorial includes a breakdown of the sections of a research article and tips for reading strategically and efficiently._
· Walden University Library. (2019, September 16).
[_How to read a scholarly articleLinks to an external site._](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEPouMOnMo4&feature=youtu.be) [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEPouMOnMo4&feature=youtu.be
[Scholarly Writing and Citations](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· American Psychological Association. (2020). Works credited in the text. In
_Publication manual of the American Psychological Association_ (7th ed., pp. 253-280). https://doi.org/10.1037/0000165-000
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-b).
[_Citations: OverviewLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/citations) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/citations
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-i).
[_Reference list: OverviewLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-m).
[_Walden templates: General templatesLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
[Professional and Academic Skills](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Indeed. (2020, March 10).
[_Communication skills: Definitions and examples.Links to an external site._](https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/communication-skills) Indeed Career Guide. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/communication-skills
_This webpage provides general information on communication skills in the workplace. As you continue in your program, you will hone communication skills specific to the role of advanced human services professional practitioner._
· National Organization for Human Services. (n.d.).
[_What is human services?Links to an external site._](https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/what-is-human-services) https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/what-is-human-services
_Review the information under the heading “Generic Human Services Professional Competencies.”_
· Walden University Career Planning and Development. (Producer). (2018, August 24).
[_Ten steps to enhance your professional imageLinks to an external site._](https://youtu.be/k-AvDr8q_HI) [Video]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/careerservices/careerwebinars/jobsearch#s-lg-box-wrapper-23119451
·
**Document:** [Graduate Skills Self-Assessment](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/files/12426259?wrap=1) [Download Graduate Skills Self-Assessment](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/files/12426259/download?download_frd=1)(Word document)
**## HUMN_6000_W02_SkillsAssessment.docx**
**Graduate Skills Self-Assessment**
The following table includes statements about graduate-level skills in the categories of Technology; Time and Stress Management; Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis; Interpersonal; and Written and Oral Communication. Select whether you “strongly agree,” “agree,” “neither agree nor disagree,” “disagree,” or “strongly disagree” with each statement. Afterward, note the areas in which you agree/strongly agree (these are your strengths) and the areas in which you disagree/strongly disagree (these are your gaps). Then use this self-assessment worksheet to complete your Week 2 Assignment.
| | | | | | |
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
| | **Strongly agree** | **Agree** | **Neither agree nor disagree** | **Disagree** | **Strongly disagree** |
| **Technology Skills** |
| I am familiar with Office 365 software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). | | | | | |
| I can use Microsoft Word without help. | | | | | |
| I understand how to navigate Walden’s online classroom. | | | | | |
| **Time and Stress Management Skills** |
| I can organize my time effectively. | | | | | |
| I know how to maintain balance in my life among work, school, and personal responsibilities. | | | | | |
| I manage stress in a healthy way. | | | | | |
| I am always able to meet deadlines. | | | | | |
| **Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis Skills** |
| I can locate credible information to answer a question, address a problem, or complete an assignment. | | | | | |
| I maintain objectivity when evaluating information. | | | | | |
| I make informed judgments based on analysis. | | | | | |
| I synthesize multiple sources of information to build an argument. | | | | | |
| I am able to execute a search in the Walden Library databases (e.g., socindex, ERIC, Psychinfo). | | | | | |
| I can critically read scholarly research articles. | | | | | |
| **Interpersonal Skills** |
| I collaborate effectively with others toward a common goal. | | | | | |
| I navigate interpersonal conflict in a healthy manner. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable receiving feedback from peers and faculty. | | | | | |
| **Oral and Written Communication Skills** |
| I can write in standard American English with proper grammar. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable using APA Style formatting and style of writing. | | | | | |
| I support my written work with references to scholarly sources. | | | | | |
| I effectively organize my written communication. | | | | | |
| I communicate clearly by using appropriate vocabulary and tone for the audience and purpose. | | | | | |
© 2020 Walden University
**## HUMN_6000_W02_SkillsAssessment.docx**
**Graduate Skills Self-Assessment**
The following table includes statements about graduate-level skills in the categories of Technology; Time and Stress Management; Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis; Interpersonal; and Written and Oral Communication. Select whether you “strongly agree,” “agree,” “neither agree nor disagree,” “disagree,” or “strongly disagree” with each statement. Afterward, note the areas in which you agree/strongly agree (these are your strengths) and the areas in which you disagree/strongly disagree (these are your gaps). Then use this self-assessment worksheet to complete your Week 2 Assignment.
| | | | | | |
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
| | **Strongly agree** | **Agree** | **Neither agree nor disagree** | **Disagree** | **Strongly disagree** |
| **Technology Skills** |
| I am familiar with Office 365 software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). | | | | | |
| I can use Microsoft Word without help. | | | | | |
| I understand how to navigate Walden’s online classroom. | | | | | |
| **Time and Stress Management Skills** |
| I can organize my time effectively. | | | | | |
| I know how to maintain balance in my life among work, school, and personal responsibilities. | | | | | |
| I manage stress in a healthy way. | | | | | |
| I am always able to meet deadlines. | | | | | |
| **Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis Skills** |
| I can locate credible information to answer a question, address a problem, or complete an assignment. | | | | | |
| I maintain objectivity when evaluating information. | | | | | |
| I make informed judgments based on analysis. | | | | | |
| I synthesize multiple sources of information to build an argument. | | | | | |
| I am able to execute a search in the Walden Library databases (e.g., socindex, ERIC, Psychinfo). | | | | | |
| I can critically read scholarly research articles. | | | | | |
| **Interpersonal Skills** |
| I collaborate effectively with others toward a common goal. | | | | | |
| I navigate interpersonal conflict in a healthy manner. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable receiving feedback from peers and faculty. | | | | | |
| **Oral and Written Communication Skills** |
| I can write in standard American English with proper grammar. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable using APA Style formatting and style of writing. | | | | | |
| I support my written work with references to scholarly sources. | | | | | |
| I effectively organize my written communication. | | | | | |
| I communicate clearly by using appropriate vocabulary and tone for the audience and purpose. | | | | | |
© 2020 Walden University
**## humnweek3.docx**
WEEK 3 ASSIGNMENT: GRADUATE SKILLS SELF ASSESSMENT
If you were to in fact build the foundation of a castle—or a house, or some other structure—you would first need to make a plan. Then you would need to take stock of the materials and tools you have on hand with which to work. Do you have enough concrete for the size of the structure? Will you need steel for reinforcements? And what tools do you have to weatherproof the concrete?
This practice of taking stock is important in graduate study as well. What kinds of skills do you have at your disposal now? How do you perceive your abilities? A self-assessment allows you to reflect on the competencies you currently have and others to cultivate throughout your program. In this Assignment, you assess your graduate-level skills and then summarize the findings in a paper.
TO PREPARE
· Take the Graduate Skills Self-Assessment found in the Learning Resources.
· Reflect on your assessment results. What are your strengths and areas for improvement based on the graduate-level skills presented?
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
[**WEEKLY RESOURCES**](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
BY DAY 7
**Write** a 2-page paper, in the APA 7th edition course paper template, describing your self-assessment results, including your strengths and improvement areas. How will you address the identified gaps in your graduate-level skills? What resources will you access to fill the gaps? Based on your self-assessment results and reflection, what concerns you about graduate work? Be sure that your paper contains the three elements of an academic paper: introduction (with thesis statement), body of the paper, and conclusion.
If you choose to include evidence in your assignment, be sure that you paraphrase all evidence and follow APA guidelines for citing sources in the body of the paper and on the reference list.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
WEEK 3: LEARNING RESOURCES
[Library Searching in Human Services](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-e).
[_Subject research: Human services.Links to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/humanservices) https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/humanservices
· Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.-b).
[_How do I find original or primary research that analyzes empirical data?Links to an external site._](https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72640) https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72640
· Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.-a).
[_How do I find a persistent or permanent link to an article in a library database?Links to an external site._](https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/280802) https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/280802
[Reading Scholarly Articles](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Walden University Academic Skills Center. (n.d.-b).
[_Reading research articlesLinks to an external site._](http://cdn-media.waldenu.edu/2dett4d/Walden/CAEX/1234/M4/module4/index.html) [Self-paced tutorial]. http://cdn-media.waldenu.edu/2dett4d/Walden/CAEX/1234/M4/module4/index.html
_This tutorial includes a breakdown of the sections of a research article and tips for reading strategically and efficiently._
· Walden University Library. (2019, September 16).
[_How to read a scholarly articleLinks to an external site._](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEPouMOnMo4&feature=youtu.be) [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEPouMOnMo4&feature=youtu.be
[Scholarly Writing and Citations](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· American Psychological Association. (2020). Works credited in the text. In
_Publication manual of the American Psychological Association_ (7th ed., pp. 253-280). https://doi.org/10.1037/0000165-000
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-b).
[_Citations: OverviewLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/citations) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/citations
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-i).
[_Reference list: OverviewLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-m).
[_Walden templates: General templatesLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
[Professional and Academic Skills](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Indeed. (2020, March 10).
[_Communication skills: Definitions and examples.Links to an external site._](https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/communication-skills) Indeed Career Guide. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/communication-skills
_This webpage provides general information on communication skills in the workplace. As you continue in your program, you will hone communication skills specific to the role of advanced human services professional practitioner._
· National Organization for Human Services. (n.d.).
[_What is human services?Links to an external site._](https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/what-is-human-services) https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/what-is-human-services
_Review the information under the heading “Generic Human Services Professional Competencies.”_
· Walden University Career Planning and Development. (Producer). (2018, August 24).
[_Ten steps to enhance your professional imageLinks to an external site._](https://youtu.be/k-AvDr8q_HI) [Video]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/careerservices/careerwebinars/jobsearch#s-lg-box-wrapper-23119451
·
**Document:** [Graduate Skills Self-Assessment](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/files/12426259?wrap=1) [Download Graduate Skills Self-Assessment](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/files/12426259/download?download_frd=1)(Word document)
**## HUMN_6000_W02_SkillsAssessment.docx**
**Graduate Skills Self-Assessment**
The following table includes statements about graduate-level skills in the categories of Technology; Time and Stress Management; Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis; Interpersonal; and Written and Oral Communication. Select whether you “strongly agree,” “agree,” “neither agree nor disagree,” “disagree,” or “strongly disagree” with each statement. Afterward, note the areas in which you agree/strongly agree (these are your strengths) and the areas in which you disagree/strongly disagree (these are your gaps). Then use this self-assessment worksheet to complete your Week 2 Assignment.
| | | | | | |
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
| | **Strongly agree** | **Agree** | **Neither agree nor disagree** | **Disagree** | **Strongly disagree** |
| **Technology Skills** |
| I am familiar with Office 365 software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). | | | | | |
| I can use Microsoft Word without help. | | | | | |
| I understand how to navigate Walden’s online classroom. | | | | | |
| **Time and Stress Management Skills** |
| I can organize my time effectively. | | | | | |
| I know how to maintain balance in my life among work, school, and personal responsibilities. | | | | | |
| I manage stress in a healthy way. | | | | | |
| I am always able to meet deadlines. | | | | | |
| **Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis Skills** |
| I can locate credible information to answer a question, address a problem, or complete an assignment. | | | | | |
| I maintain objectivity when evaluating information. | | | | | |
| I make informed judgments based on analysis. | | | | | |
| I synthesize multiple sources of information to build an argument. | | | | | |
| I am able to execute a search in the Walden Library databases (e.g., socindex, ERIC, Psychinfo). | | | | | |
| I can critically read scholarly research articles. | | | | | |
| **Interpersonal Skills** |
| I collaborate effectively with others toward a common goal. | | | | | |
| I navigate interpersonal conflict in a healthy manner. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable receiving feedback from peers and faculty. | | | | | |
| **Oral and Written Communication Skills** |
| I can write in standard American English with proper grammar. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable using APA Style formatting and style of writing. | | | | | |
| I support my written work with references to scholarly sources. | | | | | |
| I effectively organize my written communication. | | | | | |
| I communicate clearly by using appropriate vocabulary and tone for the audience and purpose. | | | | | |
© 2020 Walden University
**## humnweek3.docx**
WEEK 3 ASSIGNMENT: GRADUATE SKILLS SELF ASSESSMENT
If you were to in fact build the foundation of a castle—or a house, or some other structure—you would first need to make a plan. Then you would need to take stock of the materials and tools you have on hand with which to work. Do you have enough concrete for the size of the structure? Will you need steel for reinforcements? And what tools do you have to weatherproof the concrete?
This practice of taking stock is important in graduate study as well. What kinds of skills do you have at your disposal now? How do you perceive your abilities? A self-assessment allows you to reflect on the competencies you currently have and others to cultivate throughout your program. In this Assignment, you assess your graduate-level skills and then summarize the findings in a paper.
TO PREPARE
· Take the Graduate Skills Self-Assessment found in the Learning Resources.
· Reflect on your assessment results. What are your strengths and areas for improvement based on the graduate-level skills presented?
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
[**WEEKLY RESOURCES**](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
BY DAY 7
**Write** a 2-page paper, in the APA 7th edition course paper template, describing your self-assessment results, including your strengths and improvement areas. How will you address the identified gaps in your graduate-level skills? What resources will you access to fill the gaps? Based on your self-assessment results and reflection, what concerns you about graduate work? Be sure that your paper contains the three elements of an academic paper: introduction (with thesis statement), body of the paper, and conclusion.
If you choose to include evidence in your assignment, be sure that you paraphrase all evidence and follow APA guidelines for citing sources in the body of the paper and on the reference list.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
WEEK 3: LEARNING RESOURCES
[Library Searching in Human Services](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-e).
[_Subject research: Human services.Links to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/humanservices) https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/humanservices
· Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.-b).
[_How do I find original or primary research that analyzes empirical data?Links to an external site._](https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72640) https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72640
· Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.-a).
[_How do I find a persistent or permanent link to an article in a library database?Links to an external site._](https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/280802) https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/280802
[Reading Scholarly Articles](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Walden University Academic Skills Center. (n.d.-b).
[_Reading research articlesLinks to an external site._](http://cdn-media.waldenu.edu/2dett4d/Walden/CAEX/1234/M4/module4/index.html) [Self-paced tutorial]. http://cdn-media.waldenu.edu/2dett4d/Walden/CAEX/1234/M4/module4/index.html
_This tutorial includes a breakdown of the sections of a research article and tips for reading strategically and efficiently._
· Walden University Library. (2019, September 16).
[_How to read a scholarly articleLinks to an external site._](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEPouMOnMo4&feature=youtu.be) [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEPouMOnMo4&feature=youtu.be
[Scholarly Writing and Citations](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· American Psychological Association. (2020). Works credited in the text. In
_Publication manual of the American Psychological Association_ (7th ed., pp. 253-280). https://doi.org/10.1037/0000165-000
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-b).
[_Citations: OverviewLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/citations) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/citations
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-i).
[_Reference list: OverviewLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.-m).
[_Walden templates: General templatesLinks to an external site._](https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general) _._ https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
[Professional and Academic Skills](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/pages/week-3-learning-resources?module_item_id=6282622)
· Indeed. (2020, March 10).
[_Communication skills: Definitions and examples.Links to an external site._](https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/communication-skills) Indeed Career Guide. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/communication-skills
_This webpage provides general information on communication skills in the workplace. As you continue in your program, you will hone communication skills specific to the role of advanced human services professional practitioner._
· National Organization for Human Services. (n.d.).
[_What is human services?Links to an external site._](https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/what-is-human-services) https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/what-is-human-services
_Review the information under the heading “Generic Human Services Professional Competencies.”_
· Walden University Career Planning and Development. (Producer). (2018, August 24).
[_Ten steps to enhance your professional imageLinks to an external site._](https://youtu.be/k-AvDr8q_HI) [Video]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/careerservices/careerwebinars/jobsearch#s-lg-box-wrapper-23119451
·
**Document:** [Graduate Skills Self-Assessment](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/files/12426259?wrap=1) [Download Graduate Skills Self-Assessment](https://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/156493/files/12426259/download?download_frd=1)(Word document)
**## HUMN_6000_W02_SkillsAssessment.docx**
**Graduate Skills Self-Assessment**
The following table includes statements about graduate-level skills in the categories of Technology; Time and Stress Management; Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis; Interpersonal; and Written and Oral Communication. Select whether you “strongly agree,” “agree,” “neither agree nor disagree,” “disagree,” or “strongly disagree” with each statement. Afterward, note the areas in which you agree/strongly agree (these are your strengths) and the areas in which you disagree/strongly disagree (these are your gaps). Then use this self-assessment worksheet to complete your Week 2 Assignment.
| | | | | | |
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
| | **Strongly agree** | **Agree** | **Neither agree nor disagree** | **Disagree** | **Strongly disagree** |
| **Technology Skills** |
| I am familiar with Office 365 software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). | | | | | |
| I can use Microsoft Word without help. | | | | | |
| I understand how to navigate Walden’s online classroom. | | | | | |
| **Time and Stress Management Skills** |
| I can organize my time effectively. | | | | | |
| I know how to maintain balance in my life among work, school, and personal responsibilities. | | | | | |
| I manage stress in a healthy way. | | | | | |
| I am always able to meet deadlines. | | | | | |
| **Critical Thinking, Research, and Analysis Skills** |
| I can locate credible information to answer a question, address a problem, or complete an assignment. | | | | | |
| I maintain objectivity when evaluating information. | | | | | |
| I make informed judgments based on analysis. | | | | | |
| I synthesize multiple sources of information to build an argument. | | | | | |
| I am able to execute a search in the Walden Library databases (e.g., socindex, ERIC, Psychinfo). | | | | | |
| I can critically read scholarly research articles. | | | | | |
| **Interpersonal Skills** |
| I collaborate effectively with others toward a common goal. | | | | | |
| I navigate interpersonal conflict in a healthy manner. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable receiving feedback from peers and faculty. | | | | | |
| **Oral and Written Communication Skills** |
| I can write in standard American English with proper grammar. | | | | | |
| I am comfortable using APA Style formatting and style of writing. | | | | | |
| I support my written work with references to scholarly sources. | | | | | |
| I effectively organize my written communication. | | | | | |
| I communicate clearly by using appropriate vocabulary and tone for the audience and purpose. | | | | | |
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