5.7. Self-assessment and reflection
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Understand the concept of self-assessment and its importance in professional growth.
- Identify strengths and areas for improvement through self-assessment tools.
- Reflect critically on their skills and create actionable goals for improvement.
- Develop a personal action plan to enhance professional skills relevant to CMAs.
- Share and discuss goals to foster accountability and collaboration.
Part 1: Warm-Up Discussion
Exploring Self-Assessment
Discuss the following questions as a class:
- What does self-assessment mean to you?
- Why is self-assessment important in a professional context?
- Write down one key point from the discussion that stood out to you:
Part 2: Introduction to Self-Assessment
Understanding Self-Assessment Tools
Review the purpose of self-assessment in the context of being a CMA.
- How can self-assessment help you identify strengths and weaknesses?
- What are some tools or methods for self-assessment?
- Write down one professional skill relevant to CMAs that you think is important:
Part 3: Self-Assessment Questionnaire
Completing the Questionnaire
Complete the self-assessment questionnaire below. Be honest and reflective in your responses.
Part 4: Reflection Activity
Activity: Reflecting on Your Self-Assessment
Reflect on your completed questionnaire and answer the following questions:
- What are your strengths based on your self-assessment?
- What areas do you want to focus on for improvement?
- How do you plan to develop these skills?
- Write your reflections in your journal or notebook. Spend about 10 minutes on this activity.
Part 5: Action Plan Development
Creating a Personal Action Plan
Use the template below to create your personal action plan. Focus on one skill you want to improve.
Personal Action Plan Template:
| Section | Details |
| Goal | What skill do you want to improve?
____________________________________________________ |
|---|---|
| Actions | What specific steps will you take to achieve this goal?
Step 1: ______________________________________________ Step 2: ______________________________________________ Step 3: ______________________________________________ |
| Resources | What resources or support will you need?
___________________________________________________ |
| Timeline | When do you plan to achieve this goal?
__________________________________________________ |
Spend 15 minutes completing your action plan.
Part 6: Sharing and Closing
Sharing Goals
- Share one goal from your action plan with the class. You can do this in pairs or small groups.
- Goal: ____________________________________________
- Write down one idea or suggestion you received from your classmates:
- Suggestion: ____________________________________________
- Reflect on the importance of continuous self-assessment and how it can help you grow as a CMA.
- Your Reflection: ____________________________________________
