Student Reflection Paper

When reviewing myself as a growing student for Walden University I can truly say that this is a journey that I am well prepared for. Unlike most individuals in today’s society, I have adapted to taking classes online with a much rather relaxed contribution. This goes along with being a student for Walden University. As a Walden student, I consider myself to be well prepared and a great task fulfiller due to my online experience. When looking at Walden and the tools that it has to provide, I can honestly say that it is a system that is well prepared for the student. However, when looking at the tools provided for the student this is where I believe things begin to become interesting. It seems that Walden has provided tools such as the discussion …show more content…
It seems that when a student is more active in the online community, that student is more likely to succeed. In correspondence, this is something that I have put on myself to get more involved with. This goes for helping students out with the experience of taking online courses. Nevertheless, when looking at a mentor, that individual should be able to help with many issues that a student goes through in college. This goes for sharing knowledge, providing guidance, advice, inspiring words of encouragement, and much more. However, this is exactly what a mentor would do for me while attending college. With words of encouragement, great coaching skills, support, and listening skills, a mentor would have a great reflection on my life and college experience. Yet, when trying to become a mentor to others certain characteristics are required to accomplish helping another student. Again, these attributes begin with being a leader, listener, inspirer, and providing guidance and advice. I believe that if an individual has these qualities, there is no telling how far he/she can help take a student toward