You may need my class portal to access any articles or required readings, if so go to: https://mytlc.trident.edu/index.php User: [email protected] Password: Alisa00! YOU MUST USE THE REQUIRED READINGS TO SUPPORT ANY RESPONSE. #1 Cover Letter, Resume, and Reflection Using the resources provided in the required readings, develop a cover letter and resume for a new job or job promotion in the field of education. Use the bolded text below as headings within your paper. 1. Introduction (1 page) a. Locate a position description (in the field of education) and summarize the required skills, qualifications, and educational setting of the position. b. Locate a position description (the position should be in the field of education) and summarize the required skills, qualifications, and educational setting. c. Explain why you are interested in this position. d. Describe how you meet the qualifications (refer to your educational background, experience, and skills). e. If you do not meet all the qualifications, discuss how you would respond to the potential employer’s questions about any skills or qualifications you do not currently hold. 2. Resume (1 page) a. Using the resources provided in the module readings, develop a resume for the position. 3. Resume Reflection (1 page) a. How did the module resources influence the development of your resume? b. What new information did you learn about writing a resume? 4. Cover Letter (1 page) a. Using the resources provided in the module readings, develop a cover letter for the position. 5. Reflection (1 page) a. Discuss how you were able to successfully reach this Capstone course in the Masters of Education Program. b. Describe the qualities you possess that will help you succeed in the field of education. c. Discuss how you will continue to incorporate lifelong learning throughout your professional development and career. d. Finally, based on what you have learned in this program, describe your teaching, leadership, or professional philosophy. 6. Reference List a. Include an APA-formatted reference list. REQUIRED READINGS: Roberts, C. (2008). Developing future leaders: The role of reflection in the classroom. Journal of Leadership Education, 7(1), 116 – 130. Websites Job Search Advice: Cover Letter Tips (2016). Retrieved from https://www.higheredjobs.com/career/resumes.cfm Herman, L. (2016). 8 Resources to Help you Nail your Next Cover Letter. Retrieved from https://www.themuse.com/advice/8-resources-to-help-you-nail-your-next-cover-letter. OWL Purdue Online Writing Lab (2016). Resume Workshop. Retrieved from https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/719/1/ OWL Purdue Online Writing Lab (2016). Introduction to and Expectations for Resumes. Retrieved from https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/564/01/ Resume Resource. Retrieved from http://www.resume-resource.com/   #2 The Masters of Education Program required the completion of five core classes (Psychological Foundations of Learning, Research Methods in Education, Law and Ethics in Education, Cultural and Cross Cultural Perspectives in Education, and Information Systems in Education). Reflect on the five courses and explain the value of each course for your career or learning goals. Next, assess your preparation, experience, and/or professional practice accomplishments related to each of the 7 program learning outcomes. It is recommended that you structure your paper using this outline: • Introduction (1/2 page) 1. Brief summary of your professional background when you entered the program 2. Brief summary of your current professional background • Career Goals (or Learning Goals if you do not currently work in education) (1/2 page) 1. Brief summary of your career goal(s) 2. Describe how each course has contributed to your career goal(s) • Preparation, Experience and Accomplishments (2 pages) 1. Learning Outcome 1: Critically analyze the historical, social, economic, and political influences on education institutions and practices. 2. Learning Outcome 2: Identify the structures in education organizations that can be mobilized for engagement in practice 3. Learning Outcome 3: Delineate the roles and tasks of education leaders and education professionals in a range of institutions 4. Learning Outcome 4: Apply education leadership theories and research skills that promote accountability and advancement of student-centered education 5. Learning Outcome 5: Identify and analyze legal and ethical issues that arise in education practices and institutions 6. Learning Outcome 6: Recognize and analyze sources of diversity and inequity related to the needs of marginalized individuals/ populations 7. Learning Outcome 7: Write scholarly essays on policy, programs and issues relating to education and education leadership • Conclusion (1/2 page) 1. Summary statement of your experience in the program REQUIRED READINGS: Textbook Chapter 5: Analyzing and categorizing the Literature Critically Chapter 6: The Structure of the Literature Review Oliver, P. (2012). Succeeding with Your Literature Review : A Handbook for Students. Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill Education. Websites Trident University (2016). University Catalog. Retrieved from https://www.trident.edu/catalog/   #3 The Masters of Education Program required the completion of three concentration classes (Developing Reading and Writing Instruction in Elementary School, Physical Motor, Perceptual and Moral Development of Children 0-8, and Administration of Child Development Centers). Reflect on the three courses and explain the value of each course for your career or learning goals. Next, assess your preparation, experience, and/or professional practice accomplishments related to each of the concentration learning outcomes. It is recommended that you structure your paper using this outline: 1. Introduction (1/2 page) a. Brief summary of your current professional background (I’m currently a behavior therapist for Deaf students in elementary school) b. Brief summary of why Early Childhood Education is appropriate to your work or professional goals 2. Career Goals (1/2 page) a. Describe how each concentration course has contributed to your career goal(s) 3. Preparation, Experience and Accomplishments (2 pages) a. Concentration Learning Outcomes for Early Childhood Education, refer to the University Catalog to locate outcomes (https://www.trident.edu/catalog/) b. You must address all concentration learning outcomes related to Early Childhood Education 4. Conclusion (1 page) a. Provide a practical example of how your concentration coursework contributed to your understanding of the role of educator/leader in your profession. b. How does your experience in the program prepare you to effect change in educational settings? Explain. c. Are you better equipped to effect change in your professional practice? Or, effect change in educational policy? Explain. REQUIRED READINGS: Websites Masandu, N. (2016 July 13) How to Write Actionable Policy Recommendations. Retrieved from http://www.researchtoaction.org/2013/07/how-to-write-actionable-policy-recommendations/ Conclusions and Recommendations. Retrieved from https://www.papermasters.com/conclusions_recommendations.html Textbooks Chapter 1: On Constructing a Framework for Policy Analysis in the Global Era Bruner, J., & Tatto, M. T. (2012). Learning and Doing Policy Analysis in Education: Examining Diverse Approaches to Increasing Educational Access. Rotterdam: Sense Publishers. Chapter 1: Three Models of Policy Learning and Policy-Making in 14 – 19 Education Raffe, D., Stasz, C., Lumby, J., Tuck, R., Yeomans, D., Wright, S., & ... Hodgson. (2012). Policy-making and Policy Learning in 14-19 Education. London: Institute of Education Press. Chapter 5: Smart Sentencing Sword, H. (2012). Stylish Academic Writing. Cambridge: Harvard University Press. Part 3: Developing Arguments in Your Writing Fairbairn, G., & Winch, C. (2011). Reading, Writing, and Reasoning: A Guide for Students. Maidenhead, England: McGraw-Hill Education.   #4 The Case Assignment includes the following components. 1. Current Career Assessment 2. Peak and Valley Moments 3. Self-Assessment 4. Action Steps 5. Professional Development Goals Current Career Assessment (1 page) It is important to identify any current career issues before you develop your professional development plan. Career issues can range from getting a new job, achieving a job promotion, or taking steps towards a career change. For most, the completion of an advanced degree is a milestone that can lead to new opportunities, so this is an ideal time to reflect on your current job. Here are some questions to consider in your assessment: 1. If you are in a new job, do you need to learn the basics to get up to speed and feel comfortable and productive? 2. If you have been in your job for a while, do you strive to increase your competence or skills? 3. Do you need to improve your performance in certain areas of a current job? 4. Have (or will) your job duties change, requiring you to develop new skills or expertise? Peak and Valley Moments (2 pages) Self-awareness of the elements of your job that either energize you (peak) or drain you (valley), can help you determine career goals. Use the following questions to construct this portion of your paper. 1. What is energizing or satisfying about my current job? a. Provide 2 – 3 examples 2. What is draining or unsatisfying about my current job? a. Provide 2 – 3 examples Self-Assessment (1 page) Use the following questions to conduct a self-assessment: 1. Within the field of education, what interests me the most? 2. What are my current skills and strengths for pursuing those interests? 3. What is most important to me in my work? 4. What things are “must haves” for me in a job? 5. What are my limitations? 6. Is it time for me to consider a job or career change? Action Steps (1 page) Develop a list of steps (categorized as immediate, medium term, or long term) that you will take to move into a new job, or a job promotion, or continue to improve in your current job. Professional Development Plan (1 page) Develop your professional development plan (related to a career goal or life-long learning goal). Use the following questions to construct this portion of your paper: 1. What knowledge, skills, or abilities will help me prepare for the next step in my career? 2. What opportunities are available to develop any new expertise or skills? 3. In what areas do my interests, strengths, and personal plans either support or limit my ability for professional development? 4. What networks or professional organizations might help me prepare for the next step in my career? 5. Where do I see myself in 1 year? 6. Where do I see myself in 5 years? Conclusion (1/2 page) Provide a brief conclusion on the value of a professional development plan. REQUIRED READINGS: Websites Masandu, N. (2016 July 13) How to Write Actionable Policy Recommendations. Retrieved from http://www.researchtoaction.org/2013/07/how-to-write-actionable-policy-recommendations/ Conclusions and Recommendations. Retrieved from https://www.papermasters.com/conclusions_recommendations.html Creating a Professional Development Plan. (2010). Retrieved from http://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/mwrc10_202068.pdf Textbooks Chapter 1: Three Models of Policy Learning and Policy-Making in 14 – 19 Education Raffe, D., Stasz, C., Lumby, J., Tuck, R., Yeomans, D., Wright, S., & ... Hodgson. (2012). Policy-making and Policy Learning in 14-19 Education. London: Institute of Education Press. Part I: Practitioner Research and School Practices Khine, M. S., & Saleh, I. M. (2011). Practitioner Research in Teacher Education: Theory and Best Practices. Frankfurt am Main: Peter Lang AG.