An essay.
The content of this essay should reflect your knowledge gained and how you will apply it in your life.
For additional support see What is Reflective Writing? (Links to an external site.)
The Packet Preparation: Week 3 Assignment must include two separate documents: your revised resume (from Week 1) and your essay.
The revised resume should include all aspects listed in Week 1.
In addition, the revised resume should be edited based on feedback from your instructor. Consider using Grammarly (Links to an external site.) and a Writing Center Paper Review (Links to an external site.) to increase successful revision.
List a statement of purpose (graduate school application packet only)
Outlines a summary of knowledge and skills. See Week One Assignment prompt for examples.
The essay must
Be aligned with your chosen packet. (See above.)
Be two to three pages, excluding the title page and references.
Have an introduction and a conclusion as described in the Ashford University Writing Center’s resource, Introductions & Conclusions (Links to an external site.).
Apply the components as described in the Ashford Writing Center’s Essay Structure (Links to an external site.) web page included in your resources.
Also review What is Reflective Writing? (Links to an external site.)
Exhibit obvious attention to critical thought and understanding of the content, as demonstrated in Samantha Agoos’ TED-Ed Animation, 5 Tips to Improve Your Critical Thinking (Links to an external site.).
Limit the use of quoted material, utilizing academic voice. See the Academic Voice (Links to an external site.) resource for additional guidance.
Apply exemplary grammar. Remember that this is an important variable for meeting your goals.