Gap Analysis and LDP Template

Step 2: Gap Analysis

By the end of Week 1, you should complete the following items:

• Use this Gap Analysis Instrument  to self-evaluate yourcourse-related knowledge and skills before beginning work on the other projects in this course. 
• From each major category, select a gap you would like to work on reducing during the next 10 weeks to help you achieve your long-term career goal. List each of your four gaps in the appropriate section of the LDP template.
• Decide what activities you will engage in to acquire/hone the knowledge and skills you have identified. Think creatively (use "outside the box" thinking) and consider all appropriate activities/tasks such as conferences, books, free online classes, mentorship, coaching, observation, professional associations and groups, networking, volunteering, journaling, etc.
• In the LDP template, briefly explain the action you intend to take this semester for each of your four gaps. This resource provides an example of a gap and possible action.