Dear, Dr. Redmond,
1a) Civic Engagement- Demonstrates ability and commitment to collaboratively work across and within community contexts and structures (30%)
A lot of the work we are doing requires collaboration from our research groups all the way to our community partners (Missouri Botanical Garden). To show that I can demonstrate my ability and commitment to work collaboratively across and within community contexts and structures, I will provide our finished lesson plan.
4a) Global Learning- Adapts and applies a deep understanding of multiple worldviews, experiences, and power structures while initiating meaningful interaction with other cultures to address significant global problems (10%)
My parents and two eldest sisters are immigrants from Nigerian refugee camps. Growing up in a Nigerian community, neighborhood, and household has led to me being firm in generational beliefs and values. I do like to take the time to learn why people think, the way they think and their personal backgrounds. Acknowledging that my upbringing, morals, values, and beliefs might be different from my peers is essential. When working with distinct cultures and races I will be sure to keep an open mind and be sure not to try and change their perspective into one that is like my own because that may come off as insensitive or ignorant. I will show this by communicating in depth and respectively talking about research which shows that I am engaging in meaningful interactions with other cultures.
5b) Information Literacy- Accesses information using effective, well-designed search strategies and appropriate sources (30%).
Having information literacy is very important because we live in a world where everything is digitalized, and information can be very deceiving and look real. While creating our lesson plan for our project, I will reevaluate the websites and information gathered to make sure it is free of false information and is reliable.
8a) Oral Communication- Uses clear organizational patterns and is skillful at presenting content cohesively (10%).
Public speaking has never been my strong spot but with a lot of practice, I have become better at public speaking. To help me better my oral communication and public speaking skills I will: utilize slides, create flashcards (if needed), and practice before presenting work.
12c) Collaboration- Works independently toward goals by contributing and meeting deadlines.
While balancing work and school, it can often get chaotic. I want to prioritize my schoolwork, and to ensure that I do not miss a deadline or due date, I will make use of my planner. My planner will consist of important dates, assignments, deadlines, and exams. This will help promote my success (20%).