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Use this space to write a reflection of your intended learning approach to Research 2.

2. Were there any lessons related to online learning from the first semester that you want to carry into the second semester?

3. Do you foresee any weeks being particularly challenging for you because of field or other classroom responsibilities?

4. Identify if there are any topics from Research 1 that you would like to have a refresher on before we dive into the Research 2 materials!

5. Highlight any part of this semester (related to this course or not) for which you are excited or nervous.

EXAMPLES:

Alisson M.

Reflection: Goals for Research II

In Research I, it was challenging for me mid semester and towards the end, but I overcame those challenges. Entering part II, it seems less intimidating. However, I noticed that I struggled the most with identifying the best sampling strategy for our research topic in the previous semester. In this particular area I was approaching it very broadly, I think a refresher course would help me to feel more comfortable identifying sampling strategies for future topics.

Each lesson built off of the other lessons, this encourages me to manage my time wisely and seek advice if needed sooner rather than later. I would like to engage in the lessons little by little so that I have time to consult with the professor with any questions, concerns or feedback, or so that I can digest the material by the due date. I foresee that the last couple of weeks in the semester will be challenging, because of the completion of final assignments for all of my classes, while participating end of semester activities, planning for graduation, etc. I plan to start final projects during spring break to avoid being burnt out by the end of semester. Lastly, I am most nervous about doing the coding, but I look forward to learning to effectively use it in social work practice, to influence policy and changes.

Atasha G.

Reflection: Goals for Research II

The biggest take away from completing Research online is having the time to absorb the information in a way that can be applied or remembered for the future. This was especially difficult due to the compact weekly work and trying to get assignments done in a timely manner. This semester I hope to overcome this challenge now that I’ve completed and passed the last 15 weeks. I hope to be more diligent in getting the work done as soon as possible, so as to leave time to study and learn the material.

I want to say I would like a full refresher, as I enjoyed myself too much on the break. I think the hardest or most difficult pieces were applying or know what sampling approach to use. I would also like a quantitative and qualitative review.

I am most excited about the conclusion of this course, as it would mean graduation and a few weeks shy of my MSW. I am nervous about making mistakes that might hinder that, in this class and/or this semester.