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Knowledge 1
Knowledge Areas

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Equitable Practice
These documents refer to the commitment to fostering fairness, inclusion, and access in higher education. It involves recognizing and addressing systemic barriers, advocating for diverse perspectives, and implementing policies that support all students equitably. In this section, my documents highlight experiences creating inclusive learning environments, developing equitable policies, or engaging in initiatives promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Evidence may include case studies, policy analyses, or reflections on efforts to advance equity in academic or administrative settings.
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Administrative Practice
These documents reflect a commitment to continuous personal and professional growth through ongoing education, skill development, and self-reflection. In higher education administration, this competency includes staying informed about emerging trends, pursuing professional development, and fostering a learning culture through research projects or reflections on learning experiences that have influenced professional practice.

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Lifelong Learning
These documents focus on the ability to manage and lead within higher education institutions efficiently and ethically. This competency includes strategic planning, policy development, resource management, and collaboration to enhance institutional effectiveness. They may showcase experiences in decision-making, leadership roles, and implementing best practices to improve student and organizational outcomes. Evidence could include reports, policy proposals, leadership reflections, or case studies demonstrating effective administration in a higher education setting.
Kaylene Sorensen
Master's Degree in Educational Administration
Hi there! I’m passionate about working with young adults and helping them navigate their academic and personal journeys. My experience in external relations has equipped me with strong communication and networking skills, allowing to connect with students and provide them with valuable opportunities. I thrive on enthusiasm, empathy, and creativity, which I believe are essential in building meaningful relationships with young adults. Let’s inspire and empower the next generation together!



Knowledge 1
Engage in Effective Administrative Practice
EEP.K.1 Systems of Oppression
EEP.K.2 Differences in experiences of people reelated to social identity groups
EEP.K.3 Awareness of one's own biases, experiences, perspectives
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Policies of exclusion
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Development of type of institutions to address excluision
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Movements to increase access
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Role of culture in shaping the institutional practices and policies
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Role of power and dominance (interpersonal relationships, institutional poliies, etc.)
EEP.K.5 Rights of individuals in relation to higher education
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Legal rights and how those rights are and are not protected
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Difference between laws and institutional/organizational policies/agreements
EEP.D.3 Ability to empathize with those different from oneself
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How these rights vary from state to state
EEP.K.6 Difference between equality and equity; diversity, equity, and inclusion; access and success
EEP.K.7 Factors that affect peoples experiences, institutional responses
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Historical
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Socio-political
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Institutional mission
Skills
EEP.S.1 Examine content from different perspectives
Dispositions
EEP.D.2 Understanding the value of equitable practice
EEP.D.2 Understanding the professional responsibility to ensure everyone's rights in higher education institutions
This video illustrates how our upbringing and life experiences shape us differently, helping us understand and appreciate the ways others may differ from us.

Knowledge 4
Engage in Effective Administrative Practice
EEAP.K.1 Leadership styles, theories
EEAP.K.2 Relevent laws and legal precedent
EEAP.K.3 Human resources policies and regulations
EEAP.K.4 Models of program planning, evaluation, and assessment
Dispositions
Skills
EEAP.S.2 Program planning, evaluation, and assessment
EEA.D.2 Understanding the value of relationships in administration
EEAD.3. Understanding that effective administrative practice is both an art and a science
EEAP.S.4 Recruitment and hiring of staff
EEAD.4. Understanding the importance of many aspects of effective administration
EEAP.S.6. Proactive Policy development
EEAP.K.6 Systems of Accreditation

Knowledge 5
Engage in Lifelong Learning
ELL.K.1 Identifying gaps in your knowledge base regarding higher education administration
ELL.D.5. Interest in staying current in the professional and scholarly literature, current events
ELL.D.6. Curiosity, questioning, criticality
Dispositions
ELL.D.1. Comfort with ambiguity, not knowing everything
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ELL.K.2. Knowledge of professional associations and opportunities for continued professional development
ELL.D.4. Humility - The video below speaks to humility itself
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Skills
ELL.S.1. Seek out knowledge and information from reliable sources
ELL.S.2. Assess the validity of information from different sources
