TIP Chart
Teaching Innovation Progression Chart
Self reflection is critical for growth. This The TIP Chart provides modern educators with clear charts that can be used to asses competency in a variety of categories. I went about this exercise evaluating myself in terms of working with a nutrition patient.
I would say on the communication and collaboration scale, I am a 5. I feel confident in my ability to communicate and work with a patient. I enjoy creating activities and challenges for patients in order to expand their nutrition knowledge. In order to progress on this scale, I feel I need more experience in this field. Graduating with my masters and passing the RD exam are the first steps in the right direction.
On the critical thinking and problem solving scale, I believe I am a 5. I pride myself on my critical thinking skills, and I believe that is an essential part of being a competent RD. I am to encourage and engage my patients on every level possible, so that they may learn to adapt and problem solve to the best of their abilities. I believe the more experience I get in the field, the farther along I will progress on this scale.
On the creativity and innovation scale, I would give myself a 6. This is definitely one of my strengths, because it is something I've been working on for a long time. I go beyond simply instructing a diet or getting a health history. I strive to create a learning environment that will benefit my clients during every interaction. That being said, I look forward to continuing to grow and expand my knowledge base so that I can further benefit my patients.
On the research and information fluency scale, I am a 4. I am a dedicated student, but I feel like there is so much more out there for me to learn. It's beyond knowing the information. It involves knowing the research, but I need to use information fluently. At this point I can confidently provide patients with resources for further information, provide detailed instruction, and provide support. Again, work experience will allow me to progress on this scale.
Teaching Innovation Progression Chart
Self reflection is critical for growth. This The TIP Chart provides modern educators with clear charts that can be used to asses competency in a variety of categories. I went about this exercise evaluating myself in terms of working with a nutrition patient.
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| http://blogs.henrico.k12.va.us/21/files/2015/03/TIPC_Teaching-Innovation-Progression-Chart.pdf |
I would say on the communication and collaboration scale, I am a 5. I feel confident in my ability to communicate and work with a patient. I enjoy creating activities and challenges for patients in order to expand their nutrition knowledge. In order to progress on this scale, I feel I need more experience in this field. Graduating with my masters and passing the RD exam are the first steps in the right direction.
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| http://blogs.henrico.k12.va.us/21/files/2015/03/TIPC_Teaching-Innovation-Progression-Chart.pdf |
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| http://blogs.henrico.k12.va.us/21/files/2015/03/TIPC_Teaching-Innovation-Progression-Chart.pdf |
On the creativity and innovation scale, I would give myself a 6. This is definitely one of my strengths, because it is something I've been working on for a long time. I go beyond simply instructing a diet or getting a health history. I strive to create a learning environment that will benefit my clients during every interaction. That being said, I look forward to continuing to grow and expand my knowledge base so that I can further benefit my patients.
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| http://blogs.henrico.k12.va.us/21/files/2015/03/TIPC_Teaching-Innovation-Progression-Chart.pdf |
On the research and information fluency scale, I am a 4. I am a dedicated student, but I feel like there is so much more out there for me to learn. It's beyond knowing the information. It involves knowing the research, but I need to use information fluently. At this point I can confidently provide patients with resources for further information, provide detailed instruction, and provide support. Again, work experience will allow me to progress on this scale.
This is a great reflection Skyler. I was happy to see how you applied it to your own learning spaces (i.e. nutrition). Your reflection is honest and shows that you know what areas you need to continue to build and those that (for now) can simply be maintained.
ReplyDeleteSkyler,
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting to see this discussion from a slightly different educational perspective. I assume that most of your clients are adults, verses the children and teens most of the rest of are interacting with. I'm curious what kinds of technology you use with your clients. I know there are exercise and nutrition tracking apps, but I'm sure you use a lot of different tools that I'm unaware of.
Hi Skyler,
ReplyDeleteYes I too agree that self- evaluation is key to helping us grow and progress in any field that we choose. I really like the perspective that you used with evaluating yourself. Your research and information fluency score really stood out to me and I share a similarity with you in that area. I agree as you mentioned that when we work with our students, patients, clients etc., its important that they not only know the information but also know how to use the information to solve problems or create projects using the information.