My role model, my strength, my motivation: A reflection on Social Cognitive Learning theory
EDI 600 Psychological Foundation of Education
School of Education
Long Island University, C. W. Post
October 21, 2008
If I had to identify one person, outside my family, as a role model I would have to say my public relations professor from college, Professor F. She not only opened my eyes up to the world of PR, but she also helped to unlock my potential in the field.
Upon taking an introductory communications course with her during sophomore year, I knew I wanted to eventually work behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. At the time however, I was just struggling to determine how I could enter the realm of entertainment. What specific field in the industry would be a good match for me? Professor F was such an engaging, knowledgeable, fun teacher, that I knew one thing for sure; I wanted to sign up for all the classes she taught. When I found out that she specialized in the area of PR, I immediately determined that I should take that route. Professor F strongly agreed with my decision and sort of took on the role of mentor.
Even though she was not my academic advisor, she always made time to meet with me to discuss my education and career goals and opportunities. I wound up taking four courses with her throughout my college career and she also set up my amazing entertainment PR internship at the reputable Rogers & Cowan in Manhattan. It was due to her initial and continuous support, encouragement, energy and teaching abilities that I was able to later embark on careers at The Late Show with David Letterman, Sony BMG Music and the top-notch entertainment PR firm PMK/HBH. At PMK I got the golden opportunity to do PR assistant work for the likes of Tom Hanks, Al Pacino, Martin Scorsese and many others.
Professor F invested time in me, helped me develop the tools and skills needed to succeed in PR, and never doubted my raw talent even when my own family did. I consider her a friend to this day and regularly catch up with her via email. She was hands down the best teacher I ever had and has by far had the greatest impact on my professional and personal life. Without her, I would have never lived out my initial dreams of living in the world of entertainment.
I am forever grateful and can only hope there are more teachers out there who have so positively impacted other students’ lives. Her effectiveness as an educator has been unmatched, her humor, insight, disposition, dedication and support will never be forgotten. I can only hope to be half the teacher she was. If I can use this experience and translate it to the elementary classroom, I will be effective, successful and respected just like she.
My goal as a future educator is to inspire and effectively create a desire for lifelong learning. Hopefully, I will leave a positive mental imprint on the minds of future generations too.
Long Island University, C. W. Post
October 21, 2008
If I had to identify one person, outside my family, as a role model I would have to say my public relations professor from college, Professor F. She not only opened my eyes up to the world of PR, but she also helped to unlock my potential in the field.
Upon taking an introductory communications course with her during sophomore year, I knew I wanted to eventually work behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. At the time however, I was just struggling to determine how I could enter the realm of entertainment. What specific field in the industry would be a good match for me? Professor F was such an engaging, knowledgeable, fun teacher, that I knew one thing for sure; I wanted to sign up for all the classes she taught. When I found out that she specialized in the area of PR, I immediately determined that I should take that route. Professor F strongly agreed with my decision and sort of took on the role of mentor.
Even though she was not my academic advisor, she always made time to meet with me to discuss my education and career goals and opportunities. I wound up taking four courses with her throughout my college career and she also set up my amazing entertainment PR internship at the reputable Rogers & Cowan in Manhattan. It was due to her initial and continuous support, encouragement, energy and teaching abilities that I was able to later embark on careers at The Late Show with David Letterman, Sony BMG Music and the top-notch entertainment PR firm PMK/HBH. At PMK I got the golden opportunity to do PR assistant work for the likes of Tom Hanks, Al Pacino, Martin Scorsese and many others.
Professor F invested time in me, helped me develop the tools and skills needed to succeed in PR, and never doubted my raw talent even when my own family did. I consider her a friend to this day and regularly catch up with her via email. She was hands down the best teacher I ever had and has by far had the greatest impact on my professional and personal life. Without her, I would have never lived out my initial dreams of living in the world of entertainment.
I am forever grateful and can only hope there are more teachers out there who have so positively impacted other students’ lives. Her effectiveness as an educator has been unmatched, her humor, insight, disposition, dedication and support will never be forgotten. I can only hope to be half the teacher she was. If I can use this experience and translate it to the elementary classroom, I will be effective, successful and respected just like she.
My goal as a future educator is to inspire and effectively create a desire for lifelong learning. Hopefully, I will leave a positive mental imprint on the minds of future generations too.
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