OSR 574 - Individual - Learning Reflection and Synthesis IV

2 credit hours

Students practice academic and reflective writing as a means of developing professional competence and increasing self-awareness. Reflective inquiry and critical thinking are developed through dialogue methods and writing assignments. Students reflect on their courses, the dynamics of the learning community, progress on their Learning Commitment, and their design and facilitation of Mentoring Council meetings. Quarterly synthesis papers develop the ability to see themes from the quarter and integrate these themes with prior learning. Large and small group discussions develop dialogue skills. Students take these courses over six quarters building up their capacity for both reflective and critical thinking. Required. Graded CR/F.