EDU 650 week 1 Journal

Ashford 2: - Week 1 - Journal

No Excuses University—Culture of Universal Achievement

“Greatness is not a function of circumstance. Greatness, it turns out, is largely a matter of conscious choice, and discipline.” – Jim Collins

 Upon reading chapters 1-5 of No Excuses University (Lopez, 2013), reflect on the foundational concepts of No Excuses University addressing each of the listed points. Compose your journal using first-person language.  

1. Consider the structure of each chapter. Describe the      key elements you observed that make each chapter easy to follow or more      readable. 
2. Select one “Key Concept” and one “Theory to Practice”      statement from any of the first five chapters to reflect upon. Explain why      it is personally and/or professionally relevant to you. 
3. Chapter five discusses the concept of having “your      moment”. What was your moment? When did you know that you wanted to be      involved in the lives of students or youth? 
4. What are the most common reasons why educators become      jaded? What actions might ensure that we don’t lose sight of the      commitments that we once made as new educators entering the profession?

 Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your journal entry.