Aula com o Professor - Perspectivas Profissionais - FLD6788722LLA

Welcome and Introduction to Online Classes

Overview of Class Structure

• The instructor addresses technical issues at the start, emphasizing that unexpected events can occur during online classes.

• Importance of collaboration is highlighted; the instructor will present key points relevant to online learning.

• Clarification that all live classes are recorded, alleviating concerns about missing content due to attendance issues.

Class Timing and Access

• Classes are scheduled according to Brasília time; students must be aware of their local time differences.

• There will be four classes held from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM on Thursdays. Students should check their course schedule in the AVA system for details.

Technical Requirements

• Mandatory access via institutional email through Teams is stressed; using personal emails may lead to connectivity issues.

• Future courses will restrict entry based on institutional email usage, so students should familiarize themselves with this requirement.

Assessment Structure and Expectations

Overview of Evaluations

• The course includes four assessments, with only the final one being in-person. Dates for scheduling this assessment have been provided.

• Assessments consist of multiple-choice questions (10 per evaluation), with varying weights assigned to each evaluation.

Detailed Breakdown of Assessments

• Evaluation three involves a professional challenge project conducted online, which has a higher weight compared to earlier evaluations.

• Emphasis on understanding changes in evaluation weights for returning students; it's crucial not to overlook any assessments despite their differing weights.

Professional Development Focus

• Evaluation three consists of five stages culminating in an analytical memorial, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application relevant to real-world scenarios.

• The importance of strong writing skills across disciplines is underscored as essential for professional readiness.

Curricular Extension and Attendance Code Overview

Introduction to Professional Challenge Evaluation

• The evaluation template for the professional challenge is available for download in Word format. Students can type their responses directly into this template.

• Any questions regarding the evaluation can be directed via Teams or protocol, applicable even for veteran students taking the course as a replacement.

Understanding Curricular Extension

• Curricular extension is mandatory, comprising 10% to 15% of the course. It is not overly complicated and should be approached early in the semester.

• The new template and guidelines for curricular extension are accessible on AVA, emphasizing community engagement through various charitable activities like Solidarity Easter and Christmas initiatives.

Importance of Early Engagement

• Engaging with curricular extension early prevents last-minute stress at the end of the course when students may feel overwhelmed.

• Submissions must be sent in PDF format rather than Word to avoid issues with editable documents; images (JPG/PNG) are also acceptable.

Attendance Code Procedures

• The attendance code will be provided at both the beginning and end of each class session. There have been delays in issuing these codes due to technical instabilities.

• Students must enter their attendance codes into the Leo app, which should be updated regularly, especially for veterans.

Class Recording Availability

• All classes will be recorded and made available on Gioconda and Leo app after a processing period—typically within 36 hours post-class.

Learning Pathway Access

• Upon entering Gioconda, students can find their learning pathway alongside grades and evaluations. This resource is crucial for enhancing understanding during assessments.

• The learning pathway functions interactively like a game, encouraging student engagement through question responses while providing support options if needed.

Welcome and Course Overview

Introduction to the Course Structure

• The instructor emphasizes that students can direct their questions specifically related to the discipline, highlighting the role of mediators and professors in guiding them.

• A warm welcome is extended to students, acknowledging recent changes at Uncel that promise advancements beneficial for their academic journey.

Study Tips and Engagement

• The importance of establishing a study routine is discussed, suggesting dedicated time slots for studying specific subjects like "perspectives profissionais." This habit can enhance learning outcomes.

• Students are encouraged to choose a calm environment for studying and utilize available materials effectively, including participating in live sessions for networking and clarifying doubts.

Academic Calendar and Communication

• The instructor plans to share an academic calendar with important dates regarding evaluations, noting upcoming holidays where classes will not be held. Students should stay informed about these updates.

• Emphasis is placed on the significance of the student guide available on Geoconda, which contains essential information such as exam schedules and documentation procedures necessary for academic success.

The Role of Engagement in Education

Building a Supportive Learning Environment

• The instructor highlights that student presence, choices, and engagement are crucial in constructing their educational journey; while institutions provide guidance, students must actively participate in their learning process.

Faculty Introductions

• Professor Carla introduces herself as the regent professor alongside Professor Pristiele as the mediator, sharing her qualifications which include specializations in inclusive education and psychology. This establishes credibility within the course context.

Course Expectations and Student Interaction

Setting Classroom Dynamics

• Both instructors express excitement about fostering productive interactions during classes while emphasizing mutual respect among students to create a harmonious learning atmosphere conducive to knowledge sharing.

Understanding Student Perspectives

• A scale from one to five is introduced for students to express how they feel about the discipline of "perspectives profissionais," prompting reflection on personal aspirations related to future professional goals. This encourages self-assessment among participants regarding their expectations from the course content.

Introduction to the Course

Initial Thoughts on Discipline

• The speaker expresses mixed feelings about discipline, ranging from disgust to sadness and joy, ultimately hoping students feel positively about it.

Class Schedule Overview

• An outline of the class schedule is provided, including initial guidelines and a focus on Unit 1 for today's discussion. Students are encouraged to engage with the material actively.

Class Structure and Communication

Time Management in Class

• The instructor allocates 10 minutes at the end of each class for questions due to potential technical issues with slides. This ensures students have time for urgent inquiries.

Encouragement of Questions

• Students are invited to ask questions via chat during class, with support available from both the instructor and teaching assistants. This promotes an interactive learning environment.

Study Organization Tips

Personal Routine Adjustment

• Students are advised to align their personal routines with study schedules to avoid last-minute cramming and ensure consistent progress in their studies.

Study Space Optimization

• Creating an organized study space is emphasized as crucial for maximizing learning efficiency and time management during study sessions.

Submission Guidelines

Timely Submission Advice

• It is recommended that assignments be submitted one day before deadlines (e.g., by the 19th if due on the 20th) to avoid system overload issues that could prevent submission at the last minute.

Learning Resources

Importance of Learning Pathway

• The "learning pathway" is highlighted as a vital resource containing all necessary materials such as content, podcasts, books, activities, and assessments essential for student success in the course.

Engagement with Course Material

Pre-Class Preparation

• Students should read assigned materials ahead of classes to facilitate informed discussions and enhance understanding during lectures. This proactive approach enriches classroom interaction.

Understanding Teaching Roles

Pedagogical Roles Explained

• Clarification of roles within the educational framework:

• Instructor: Conducting live classes and creating supportive materials.

• Internal Tutor: Handling evaluations and providing assistance through chat.

• Mediator: Facilitating interactions during classes and offering academic support pre-, during, or post-class sessions. Understanding these roles helps clarify who can assist students at different times throughout their learning journey.

Course Content Overview

Themes in Unit One

• The first unit focuses on self-agency:

• Theme One: Taking control of one's life narrative; emphasizing personal responsibility in achieving dreams.

• Theme Two: Reflecting on current versus desired states; recognizing barriers while striving towards professional goals.

• Theme Three: Developing a personal strategic plan; acknowledging that everyone has an implicit plan guiding their decisions even if they aren't consciously aware of it.

These themes aim to empower students by fostering self-awareness regarding their aspirations and strategies for achieving them within their professional lives.

Personal Strategic Planning: What is a Life Project?

Understanding Personal Strategic Planning

• The speaker emphasizes that everyone has a life project and dreams, which necessitates personal strategic planning to achieve desired victories.

• An activity is introduced where students must relate their understanding of what a life project is, its objectives, benefits, and how it can be structured.

• Instructions are provided on constructing concepts related to individual life projects, encouraging personal reflection on their own aspirations.

The Structure of a Life Project

• The speaker outlines the importance of defining each aspect of the life project and encourages participants to think about their own goals.

• A life project is described as an anticipatory visualization of the desired future, involving organized goals and actions necessary for realization.

Steps Towards Achieving Your Dreams

• The process involves setting clear goals (e.g., education or qualifications needed for a profession), which are essential steps in achieving one's dreams.

• Reflecting on childhood aspirations illustrates how early visions can inform current life projects without prior awareness.

Broader Implications of Life Projects

• Acknowledges that personal projects extend beyond professional ambitions; they may include family formation or other personal milestones.

• Each individual's life project varies based on unique circumstances and purposes, requiring specific actions to reach those goals.

Importance and Benefits of Having a Life Project

• A well-defined life project serves as a gradual pathway to success, allowing individuals to celebrate small victories along the way toward prosperity.

• It acts as a personal compass aligning values with concrete actions, empowering individuals to take charge of their lives rather than merely reacting to circumstances.

Direction and Purpose in Decision-Making

• Emphasizes the necessity for direction and purpose in decision-making processes that align with one’s core values.

• Highlights ethical considerations in pursuing opportunities while maintaining integrity throughout the journey towards achieving one's objectives.

Motivation and Discipline in Achieving Goals

The Importance of Motivation

• Motivation and discipline are essential for achieving goals, especially when faced with daily challenges that can lead to discouragement.

• It's crucial to transform dreams into tangible goals while maintaining focus, even when obstacles arise.

Resilience as a Guiding Principle

• Resilience is vital during moments of crisis or doubt; it helps individuals persist through difficulties while keeping their dreams alive.

• A strong belief in one's capabilities fosters resilience, enabling one to overcome barriers on the path to professional aspirations.

The Need for Balance

• Maintaining balance in life is critical; imbalances in one area can negatively impact other aspects, such as personal relationships and mental well-being.

• Stress from financial issues or work can spill over into personal interactions, highlighting the need for emotional regulation and balance.

Life Projects and Goal Mapping

• Developing a life project involves mapping current states against desired future outcomes, which aids in defining expected results along the journey.

• Setting clear short-term, medium-term, and long-term objectives provides direction and enhances accountability throughout the process.

Seizing Opportunities for Growth

• Identifying opportunities—even those outside one's immediate career goals—can enrich experience and contribute positively to professional development.

• Embracing diverse experiences builds a robust resume that prepares individuals for their ultimate career aspirations.

Community Involvement and Personal Balance

Volunteering and Social Contribution

• The speaker emphasizes the importance of contributing knowledge to social actions in their community, such as volunteering for events that assist those unable to afford medical consultations.

• They highlight participation in movements aimed at community development, promoting a balanced and abundant life by considering emotional, relational, physical, mental, and spiritual aspects.

Importance of Life Balance

• The necessity of maintaining a work-life balance is discussed; continuous work without rest can lead to burnout.

• Engaging with family and social circles is essential for rejuvenation and energy renewal for future activities.

Continuous Learning and Goal Setting

• The speaker stresses the need for ongoing acquisition of knowledge and values that support personal goals, enhancing performance and development.

• They advocate for professional qualification through new experiences to achieve life objectives effectively.

Understanding Success and Prosperity

• Success is framed as an ongoing journey rather than a destination; achieving one goal leads to setting new ones within one's life project.

• The desire for success in chosen careers is universal; prosperity contributes to satisfaction in professional endeavors.

Balancing Life's Pillars

• The discussion includes balancing various life pillars—health, finances, career, relationships—as crucial for overall stability.

• An imbalance in one area can disrupt others; maintaining equilibrium across all pillars is vital for well-being.

Health as a Fundamental Pillar

• Good health allows individuals to manage other areas effectively; financial or career success cannot compensate for poor health.

• A visual representation of life's pillars (health, finances, career, relationships) illustrates how they support overall stability when balanced.

Physical and Emotional Well-being

• Emphasis on physical activity as part of self-care; exercise contributes positively to health.

• Emotional capacity plays a significant role in managing feelings and relationships; understanding this impact is crucial.

Understanding Life's Pillars

Emotional Balance in Relationships

• Emotional disturbances from conflicts in personal relationships can negatively impact other areas of life, such as work. It's crucial to maintain emotional equilibrium.

The Importance of Mental Development

• Intellectual growth involves seeking knowledge and wisdom, which are essential for effective action and successful execution in professional endeavors.

Spiritual Growth and Purpose

• Spirituality is vital for finding purpose and values, fostering a connection with something greater than oneself. This contributes to a balanced life.

Key Life Pillars

• Essential pillars of life include family, health, social connections, financial stability, professional development, personal fulfillment, emotional balance, and spirituality. These ten pillars are fundamental to human well-being.

Taking Responsibility for One's Life

• Emphasizing self-responsibility is crucial for building a life project. Individuals must see themselves as the protagonists of their own stories and take charge of their outcomes.

Strategic Personal Planning

Four Fundamental Questions for Success

• To create an effective life plan, one should ask:

• Direction: What is my desired outcome? Visualizing future goals helps motivate progress.

• Motivation: Understanding personal values guides the journey toward achieving dreams.

• Strategies: Identifying actionable steps necessary to reach goals ensures preparedness.

• Contingency Plans: Having backup plans (Plan B) allows individuals to adapt when challenges arise.

Overcoming Obstacles

• Challenges are inevitable; resilience is key. If setbacks occur at any point in the journey (e.g., after reaching 70% completion), it's important to reassess and adjust strategies without abandoning dreams.

The Role of Self-Awareness

Pursuing Self-Knowledge

• Engaging in self-reflection helps identify internal struggles and areas needing improvement. Taking time for introspection can lead to better planning and decision-making based on past experiences.

The Path to Self-Discovery and Goal Achievement

Importance of Self-Knowledge

• Emphasizes the need for a "Plan B" to navigate new paths toward achieving personal desires and dreams.

• Highlights self-awareness as crucial, advocating for introspection to understand true wants and actions needed to achieve them.

Taking Responsibility

• Discusses the concept of self-responsibility, which involves defining life priorities and taking necessary actions.

• Stresses identifying areas in life that require attention, setting measurable, specific, time-bound goals for short, medium, and long-term achievements.

Action Plan and Discipline

• Introduces the idea of autodiscipline as essential for maintaining focus on defined priorities through careful organization of activities.

• Describes an action plan as foundational for managing one's life project; emphasizes autodiscipline's role in executing personal objectives effectively.

Engagement and Purpose

• Mentions resources like videos on engagement with work and life purpose; stresses mapping current states against desired outcomes.

• Defines engagement as effort combined with intentionality towards achieving goals in both life and career contexts.

Overcoming Obstacles

• Discusses how engagement provides direction amidst challenges faced while pursuing aspirations.

• Acknowledges students' commitment despite fatigue from work; highlights their purpose-driven attendance as a testament to their dedication.

Course Structure and Expectations

• Concludes with reflections on student feedback regarding the first class; encourages planning within professional perspectives.

• Outlines important course activities: utilizing learning pathways, preparing for classes, participating in challenges, and accessing communication channels.

Homework Assignments

• Instruct students to revisit learning materials from Unit 1; encourages documenting questions for further discussion with mediators.

• Previews upcoming classes focusing on evaluations across units while promoting exploration of additional resources available online.

Final Thoughts

• Encourages students to leverage knowledge gained to shape their futures positively; reinforces the importance of continuous learning.

Discussion on Accessibility and Communication in Class

Importance of Accessibility

• The session begins with a mention of an accessibility need for a student, highlighting the importance of inclusivity in educational settings.

• Clarification is provided regarding the absence of an interpreter, which led to confusion among participants who thought there was a technical issue.

Student Interaction and Queries

• A student named Júlia asks how to communicate directly with the professor when she has questions, indicating a need for clear communication channels.

• The professor encourages students to send their questions via Teams or through a protocol for better record-keeping, emphasizing organization in communication.

Recording and Attendance Policies

• A student expresses concern about missing part of the class due to technical issues. The professor reassures that classes are recorded and accessible later.

• Students can watch recorded sessions within 36 hours after class, alleviating concerns about attendance affecting grades.

Understanding Absence Policies

• Leonardo raises a question about attendance policies if he cannot attend live sessions. The professor clarifies that absences do not impact grades negatively as long as assessments are completed.

• Emphasis is placed on understanding that participation codes are mainly for internal tracking rather than punitive measures against students.

Document Submission Concerns

• João Mendes queries about the necessity of submitting enrollment documents. The professor explains these documents are essential for institutional records but assures no immediate penalties for late submissions.

• Guidance is offered on how to navigate document submission through the platform, showing support for new students facing challenges.

Understanding Student Assessment and Communication

Assessment Procedures for Students

• The discussion begins with the clarification of assessment procedures, particularly regarding students who may need to retake evaluations or are in recovery situations.

• Two main options are provided for students: a "second opportunity" to take an exam if they missed it, and a recovery process (formerly known as the vacation exam) if they did not achieve the required score.

• Emphasis is placed on document submission formats; students are encouraged to submit their work in PDF format after downloading templates in Word.

Communication Channels for Students

• Students can reach out with questions via Teams by clicking on the instructor's profile or through direct messages, likening this method to using WhatsApp for ease of communication.

• An alternative communication option is available through Gioconda AVA, where students can send messages directly within their course interface.

Closing Remarks and Future Engagement

• The session concludes with gratitude expressed towards participants, wishing them a good weekend while reminding them to review study materials before future classes.

• The instructor encourages ongoing engagement by inviting students to submit any remaining questions via chat, assuring that all inquiries will be addressed either during or after class.