This is for my intro to special ed class I am in a school nurse masters program
We are going to talk about placement, LRE, inclusion and segregation. First things first – read about NJ’s history with segregation overall and with segregation of children with disabilities. then watch the documentary “Forget me Not” Link – https://www.forgetmenotdocumentary.com/index.php/streaming/ If you just click on the Tubi box on this page it shows the whole movie on your computer for free. No discussion board this week – just a personal reflection essay. See the assignment document for more information
Reflection papers should have an academic tone yet be personal and subjective. In this paper, you should analyze and reflect upon how an experience, academic task, article, or lecture shaped your perception and thoughts on a subject.
How to Start a Reflection Paper – Preparation
The first thing to do when beginning to work on this reflection essay is to read the articles and watch the video completely, taking notes throughout so you can highlight key ideas and concepts.
You can start writing your reflection paper by summarizing the main concept of your notes to see if your essay includes all the information needed for your readers.
How to Start a Reflection Paper – Brainstorming
After you have finished reading your article, it’s time to brainstorm. We’ve got a simple brainstorming technique for writing reflection papers. Just answer some of the basic questions below:
How did the articles/ videos affect you?
How do this articles/ videos catch the reader’s attention (or does it all)?
Has the articles/ videos changed your mind about something? If so, explain how.
Has the articles/ videos left you with any questions?
Were there any unaddressed critical issues that didn’t appear in the articles/ videos?
Does the articles/ videos relate to anything from your past reading experiences?
Does the articles/ videos agree with any of your past reading experiences?
The result of your brainstorming should be a written outline of the contents of your future paper. Do not skip this step, as it will ensure that your essay will have a proper flow and appropriate organization.
Writing a Reflection Paper Outline
Reflection paper should contain few key elements:
Introduction
Your introduction should specify what you’re reflecting upon. Make sure that your thesis informs your reader about your general position, or opinion, toward your subject.
State what articles/ videos you are analyzing.
Briefly summarize the work.
Write a thesis statement stating how your subject has affected you.
Example:
“After reading/experiencing…I gained the knowledge of…”
Body Paragraphs
The body paragraphs should examine your ideas and experiences in context to your topic. Make sure each new body paragraph starts with a topic sentence.
Your reflection may include quotes and passages from the articles/ videos. They give your reader a point of reference to fully understand your feedback. Feel free to describe what you saw, what you heard, and how you felt.
Conclusion
As with any conclusion, you should summarize what you’ve learned from the experience. Next, tell the reader how your newfound knowledge has affected your understanding of the subject in general. Finally, describe the feeling and overall lesson you had from the reading or experience.
Final Notes
Short and Sweet – Most graduate level reflection papers are between 3-5 pages. Don’t go off on tangents. Only include relevant information.
Clear and Concise – Make your paper as clear and concise as possible. Use a strong thesis statement so your essay can follow it with the same strength.
Maintain the Right Tone – Use a professional and academic tone—even though the writing is personal.
Cite Your Sources – Try to cite authoritative sources and experts to back up your personal opinions.
Proofreading – Not only should you proofread for spelling and grammatical errors, but you should proofread to focus on your organization as well. Answer the question presented in the introduction.
Paper due in handed in as an attachment on Blackboard in either WORD or PDF.
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