Professional Knowledge and Skill Reflection

The purpose of this reflection is to help you articulate your development as a professional in psychology. Thoughtful answers to the discussion prompts will prepare you for the job interview process and celebrate the final work of your program. This may be a good time to visit the Capella Career Center for further exploration and planning, job search strategies, connecting with others and other career enrichment resources.

Write a brief reflection (no more than two well-structured paragraphs, supported by the literature and research, about the skills, knowledge, and professional attributes that you have developed throughout your program of study at Capella.

Consider:

• The information, skills, and professional attributes you bring to your area of practice or specialization.
• Your theoretical orientation.
• The main characteristics of the practitioner or scholar who understands and responds skillfully to the wide range of human diversities.

ATTRIBUTES AND EVALUATION OF DISCUSSION CONTRIBUTIONS

Due Date: End of weekly
Percentage of Course Grade: 20%.

Learner Guidelines for Evaluation of Discussion Contributions

All discussion contributions will be read by your instructor each week. The instructor will provide feedback to you regarding your discussion postings. Expecting that every discussion posting and response contain all of the attributes of an exemplary discussion posting is setting a high standard for both you and the instructor. This level of high performance is the standard expected of graduate learners at Capella.

Attributes of an Exemplary Discussion Contribution or Response:

1. The discussion contribution or response clearly addresses the content issue(s) presented by the question.

2. The discussion contribution or response includes the appropriate level(s) of critical analysis.

3. The discussion contribution or response includes pertinent course and disciplinary concepts, theories, or materials, and applies them correctly.

4. The discussion contribution or response provides validation and support by including relevant examples and supporting evidence, as appropriate.

5. The discussion contribution or response stimulates fellow learners to clarify, extend, and strengthen their dialogue.

6. The discussion contribution or response is concise, clearly organized, and well structured.

7. The discussion contribution or response uses grammar, usage, and mechanics expected of graduate level composition and expression.

8. All citations and references adhere to APA 6th edition style.

9. The discussion contribution or response fosters collaboration with fellow learners and communicates in a manner that respects the dignity and integrity of fellow learners and the instructor.

10. The discussion response meaningfully supplements and extends consideration of the topic by including one of more of the following: new information, questions, constructive or corrective feedback, or alternative viewpoints.

For additional details regarding discussion participation and contributions, please consult the 

Professional Communications and Writing Guide

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