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Two years ago, I completed a three year Communications Design Master’s programs at the University of Baltimore. My family sat through the ceremony excited about my accomplishments and the anticipation of continuing a successful career in the technology field. In their minds, I had satisfied expectations –they were proud. I on the other hand sat through the ceremony with an unusual feeling about my future. I felt less ecstatic about my accomplishments and eagerness to continue on the path of working in a field which re-event itself every twelve months. No longer did I feel excited about my future, the possibilities were simply not fulfilling. I was looking for a career with substance and teaching was a possible profession where I could utilize my talents. Three months later, I began University of Maryland University Colleges’ Masters in Teaching program –and it has been one of the most fulfilling learning experiences of my life.

 I began the program with limited knowledge of the strategies, theories, and personal skills needed to be an affective teacher, educator, and facilitator for students to become engaged learners. UMUC’s Conceptual Framework (UMUC, 2011) provided me with the structure in which my learning would increase as I moved through each course throughout my program. Throughout this process, my understanding of teaching and leading beyond boundaries has been demonstrated by my individual and group artifacts that has shaped into a solid and quality portfolio. My portfolio represents the following areas: Learner Development, Learning Differences; Learning Environments; Content Knowledge; Application of Content; Assessment; Planning for Instruction; Instructional Strategies; Professional Learning and Ethical Practice and; Leadership and Collaboration.

