Part 1:
The quote, “If then we would grapple intelligently with the greater problems of human development in society, we must sit and study and learn even when the mad impulse of aimless philanthropy is striving within, and we find it easier to labor blindly, rather than to wait intelligently,” by Du Boise was in regard to the problems facing the Negros and thus, he was trying to find the most suitable way to ensure that the Negros were successful through the fulfilment of their needs. In respect to the quote, Du Boise states that if the Negros had to struggle with intelligence in vain with none of their problems solved, then an alternative solution needs to be devised and implemented with respect to fostering human development in the society, especially if there is an easier way to get the problems solved rather than depend on intelligence that bores no fruits. We mostly rely on intelligence, especially prior knowledge, to get problems solved through the application of similar mechanisms. However, if the knowledge we have doesn’t work, we still need a solution to our problems, and this calls for a trial-and-error process. In this case, we get to solve the problem blindly, and if the strategy works, more problems need to be approached in the same manner.
Part 2: Treatment Plan
Goal (SMART)
Complete this week’s assignment by Wednesday’s due date
Objectives/activities to achieve the SMART goal
Attend all classes to ensure that I have grasped what the professor taught
Revise the course materials to supplement the class lectures
Complete the assignment before the due date
Interventions
Engage in group discussions to help in a greater understanding of the weekly content
Engage in a personal revision of the syllabus to see what other materials are required to pass the assignment
Ask questions to the professor on areas in that I need more clarifications
Progress
The first day was hectic, with little knowledge of the subject matter, and I required a lot of reading and consultation. By day five, almost all the necessary information required for the weekly assessment had been exhausted, and I was conversant with the weekly material. I was ready for the assignment, and I hoped to get as many points as possible.
