Reflective Essay On How To Further Your Education

When I made the decision to further my education, I knew it would be a challenge to my lifestyle. Preparing to juggle school, work, and family obligations seemed impossible. I often worried that I would become like many other graduate students a tired, worn-out person of my previous self. Now that I am on the journey to complete my graduate degree, I have become educated on ways to adjust to my academic commitment and strategies to be successful in the completion of my Master’s of Science in Nursing degree (MSN). Understanding how you learn best can optimize the success you have in graduate school. According to Howard Gardner a developmental psychologist, there is an assessment one can partake in to specify how best you learn (as cited by Carter, Bishop, & Kravitis, 2011). The assessment is called the Multiple Pathways; it has eight different learning categories.1) Verbal-Linguistics learners are talented with words by writing, reading, and learning languages.2) Logical-Mathematical learners have the ability to reason and think logically. 3) Musical learners are able to distinguish between patterns and designs in different spaces. 4) Body-Kinesthetic learners know how to solve problems using their body and athleticism. 5) Visual-Spatial learners are aware of patterns and designs in different spaces. 6) …show more content…
By making use of resources the university has to offer it gives me confidence and comfort I need for academic success. University of Phoenix has several resources to help you succeed but that are three that has helped my greatly. The resources that have assisted my thus far are the Center for Writing Excellence, library, and electronic books. Even though utilizing resources can be a hassle at times trying to found our how it may be beneficial, but as you get comfortable using resources it can boost your academic success