Provide a reflective summary of Module 2.
This is a time to apply self-care.
Complete each Journal Reflection by providing a summary of all readings, videos, websites, and etc. included in each module. You do NOT need to do a write-up on each article, video, etc. Rather, write summary of the module and theme. However, if you find it easier to write a summary on each reading and activity, that’s ok as well. Also, if you’d rather do a video journal, you may. The point is not to overwork and overstress in completing the assignment. The point is to give yourself allotted course time to process the abundance of knowledge you’re acquiring from each module. Apply self-care during relaxation time, process your learning and rejuvenate.
TRUST the Process.
Students will critically think about and apply the daily readings, course activities, videos, etc. while spending time each day observing and reflecting on the natural and social environments. The natural environment will include a mixture of time observing and reflecting on the water, air, trees, earth, sky, etc. Due to COVID-19, the social environments are limited but may include your observations in multiple arenas such as the UNC-P museum, the UNC-P campus, and diverse programs, systemic interactions in the community, agencies, organizations, and etc. The readings and videos provide opportunity to embrace opportunities for connectivity, self-care, and otherness through reflecting and use of critical thinking.
The observation and reflection assignment provides time to step into and embrace the realm of otherness, which is a necessary element of continual cultural competence as social workers. This course assignment also provides additional opportunity to learn more about the UNC-P campus and build feelings of social belonging, connectivity and self-care.
The reflection journal of the student’s previous and current knowledge of social work practice regarding Indigenous People/Native American populations and the social issues experienced by Indigenous Peoples. The self-reflection will coincide with understanding one’s own cultural influences and how these influences may affect his/her own perceptions, personal values, beliefs, and decision-making practices. Additionally, the assignment offers a way for you to increase inclusivity, decreasing your potential biases.
Reflection Journal Rubric
Weak 1
Fair 2
Excellent 3
1. Heading: Reflection of self-care: discuss use of or view of environment such as: How do you connect the importance of your self-care through nature, social observations to what you’ve learned in this module through the the reading/videos .
a. nature b. social c. /readings/videos
2. Heading: Module Readings completed with critically thought through assessment. Provide some critical thought about the readings in the modules. For example, share what you think it must be like to have experienced ____________. What must it feel like to be a ignored or considered less than?
3. Heading: Cultural influences/challenges Discuss the cultural influences and/or challenges of the Indigenous Peoples that you learned about in the module.
4. Heading: Student’s biases/personal perceptions
Share your perceptions of the experiences. Have you found that you have some biases. Are you aware of any biases. What are your thoughts about the what you’ve learned this far?
5. Heading: Connection to importance of social work decision-making practices w/Indigenous Populations
Now that you’ve had the opportunity to learn about some of the social issues and historical points of the Indigenous Peoples, share your thoughts on the importance of social work practice and cultural competence skills. How might social workers improve in their decision-making when it comes to this population. Refer to the theme of the module and provide a specific example.
6. Answer While completing this assignment, did you experience a feeling of Social Belonging and connectivity? Circle Yes (Y) No (N) Provide your answer in a brief statement.
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