PhD Candidate, Higher Ed Leadership @Baylor #SicEm | Research: Doctoral Identity/Becoming, Self-Worth, Ungrading, Christian Higher Ed | ๐ฎ ๐ ๐ ๐จโ๐ณ ๐ธ
May 6, 2022 โข 14 tweets โข 3 min read
I like to think of PhD programs as the different stages of air travel.
Make sure your seat belt is fastened and your tray table is in the upright and locked position.
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1. Choosing a Destination โ๏ธ
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Apr 13, 2022 โข 10 tweets โข 2 min read
Did you know PhD students often struggle with self-efficacy and accurately assessing their self-worth?
I've been reading a lot in this area recently.
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"Imposter syndrome" is a catchy phrase, but it doesn't completely capture the struggle. There can be far more sinister questions than "Do I belong here?"