Entries from September 2008

Sunday, September 28th, 2008

Starting to think about Evaluation (ADLT 602)

As we delve into evaluation, I’m reflecting a lot on the programs that are part of my job. I would have told someone that summative evaluation makes up almost all of my evaluative efforts at work; but, as I come to understand the scope of practice that is evaluation, I realize how much more I’m [...]

Friday, September 19th, 2008

Empty Tank (ADLT 602)

The upcoming evaluation exercise that we each have to do in class has me a little nervous. I’m going to admit it, I have a fear of public speaking, as many people do. In my work, this is always a hurdle. I am therefore glad that we will be required to do some presenting and [...]

Thursday, September 11th, 2008

Reflection: Class#3 (ADLT 602)

The Bigger Picture

I sometimes feel like I’m treating my blog too much like a personal journal. Perhaps this is because I do keep another blog, which is more of a journal and place to tell stories. I’m challenging myself to stay on task with this blog and relate my writing back to [...]

Thursday, September 4th, 2008

Reflection: Class #2 (ADLT 602)

The reading for class session two was like reading the job manual I should have gotten when I started my job, but didn’t.  In Caffarella’s discussion about potential hurdles and things to consider that may come up when program planning, I would add…unexpected guests, especially those who are connected through the political context of a [...]