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Unit VIII Reflection Paper
Weight: 12% of course grade
Instructions
For the final unit in the capstone, you will write a reflective
essay. Reflective writing consists of two main components—a
description and a reflection.
Reflective writing helps you examine why you think the way
you do and provides a personal learning experience. You will
want to include the following items listed below in your essay.
· Include a brief introduction/background that discusses your
academic experience prior to the capstone. Did these
experiences prepare you for the capstone work?
· How did your past academic work relate (both directly and
indirectly) to the capstone? Reflect on what you have learned in
the program as a whole, and apply two to three learning
experiences related to:
. public health policy and management,
. problem-solving in public health, and
. public health administration.
· Identify the learning experiences from at least two different
courses, and explain how your prior learning guided your
capstone work.
· Did the capstone meet, exceed, or not meet your expectations?
Why?
· Did any of the capstone work change your assumptions,
values, attitudes, or beliefs on any subject matter? If so,
identify the topics, and explain why you think you experienced
a change.
· What insights has the capstone course provided you regarding
future areas of research still needed in public health?

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It is important to understand that reflective writing is not a
simple descriptive essay. Rather, it is an opportunity to
demonstrate critical thinking skills and to create meaning from
abstract concepts. These are essential skills you should have
acquired during your graduate training.
Your essay should be at least four pages in length. If outside
sources are used, please adhere to APA Style when creating
citations and references for this assignment. APA formatting,
however, is not necessary.