Field Fitting Using Your Learning Patterns With Intention

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Field-Fitting: Using Your Learning Patterns with Intention. At times, we have all had to use our critical thinking skills to improvise. Perhaps the plan for doing something didn’t work for some unforeseeable reason, and it was necessary to “think on the spot.” Maybe plans for a day-long outing fell through because of weather, timing, or some attraction being unexpectedly closed, so another outing had to be planned quickly. Maybe a machine did not work properly, and had to be fixed or replaced. Worksheet 2.2 asks you to recall a time when you and your family or friends had to “field-fit.” Complete worksheet 2.2 and use it as a guide for your reflection.

For this discussion, you will write two paragraphs where you explain the situation and critically analyze how you used your combination of Learning Patterns to handle it successfully.

Note: Do not attach Worksheet 2.2 to your discussion response. In one paragraph, describe a situation where you needed to think on the spot and field-fit. Address the following: What was the original plan or goal (what you intended to do)? Provide an explanation for why the original plan couldn’t be executed. In another paragraph describe how you came to a solution by field-fitting. Address the following in your description: What change did you make in planning, in equipment, in the steps of a process, and so on, to reach your original goal? List your Learning Patterns and explain how you used each Learning Pattern to help you field fit your goal. If you didn’t use a particular Pattern, explain why. For instance, “I used (name the Pattern or Patterns) to….” How else might you have “field-fitted” to reach your goal? Your initial post should contain a minimum of 350 words.

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In everyday life, unforeseen circumstances often demand quick thinking and adaptability, especially when plans fall apart unexpectedly. I recall a particular instance when my family and I planned a day trip to a popular amusement park. Our goal was to enjoy a day filled with rides, food, and family bonding. We had carefully organized the trip, booked tickets in advance, and prepared for a full day of fun. However, on the morning of our departure, an unexpected traffic jam caused us to be significantly delayed. To make matters worse, as we approached the park, we learned that the parking lot was full due to a nearby event, and entry was temporarily closed. Our original plan to spend the day at the amusement park was no longer feasible. Faced with this setback, I had to think quickly and adapt to the situation to still have a meaningful family outing.

To field-fit the situation and salvage the day, I suggested a change of plans. Instead of attempting to wait for parking or trying to find an alternative entrance, we decided to visit a local outdoor nature reserve nearby. I assessed the equipment we had—comfortable shoes, picnic blankets, and snacks—and devised a new plan for our day. I used my learning patterns to guide this adaptation. For instance, my visual learning pattern helped me quickly evaluate maps and directions to the nature reserve, while my kinesthetic pattern helped me coordinate the logistics of our move. My social learning pattern was employed as I communicated the new plan clearly to my family, ensuring everyone was on board and excited about the new activity. Although I did not specifically employ a sequential or logical pattern, I relied on my intuitive and experiential learning to make quick decisions and adapt effectively. This situation exemplifies how flexibility and the conscious application of learning patterns can enable us to successfully field-fit our goals despite unexpected obstacles. Looking back, I could have further improved the outcome by involving my family in brainstorming alternative activities earlier, or by having a backup plan ready in advance. Nonetheless, the ability to adapt on the spot using my diverse learning patterns ensured we still enjoyed a memorable day together.

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