applied field public health walden university REFLECTION

American philosopher and educator John Dewey is credited with saying “we do not learn from experience . . . we learn from reflecting on experience.” When we stop to focus on what our experiences have taught us, we can embrace those lessons and concentrate on employing that knowledge and the changes that they encourage. Reflection also provides us with an opportunity to identify those areas where we still need to grow and learn, and to see those areas where growth has already occurred. In this Discussion, you will reflect on your applied practice experience, the concepts in the course, and your growth as a public health leader.

TO PREPARE

• Consider the concepts you explored throughout the course: workplace safety and sexual harassment, implicit bias, emotional intelligence, leadership skills, cultural humility, and social change.
• Consider the challenges you faced, the positive and negative aspects of the applied practice experience, and how these impacted your ability to remain professional.
• Consider your growth as a leader throughout your applied practice experience.

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• Post a comprehensive response to the following:
  • Share how you can incorporate the knowledge you gained through the resources and discussions into your professional life.
  • Share your personal and/or professional reactions to the applied practice experience, the challenges you faced, and how you addressed them. Share the positive and negative aspects of the applied practice experience and how these impacted your ability to remain professional.
  • Share how you have grown as a leader throughout this course, applied practice experience, and how it has influenced your perspective on public health leadership.