UWCSEA Profile

Initiate actions and make a commitment to shaping a better world.

Related concepts: stewardship, caring, empathy, compassion, open-minded, service, sustainability

Aspects of demonstrating a commitment to care:

• concern for the environment and a commitment to a sustainable future
• concern for inequity and a commitment to social justice
• value diversity and engage respectfully in an open-minded manner
• sustain an empathetic and compassionate outlook

Act with integrity and respect for self and the dignity of others.

Related concepts: integrity, honesty, responsibility, respect, fairness

Aspects of being principled:

• responsibility for personal actions and the resulting consequences
• ethical and socially responsible behaviour
• moral courage when confronting injustice
• sense of fairness

Anticipate, persevere and confront challenge.

Related concepts: optimism, confidence, courage, diligence, perseverance

Aspects of being resilient:

• optimistic and confident attitude when faced with challenge
• courage in unfamiliar situations
• persevere by viewing obstacles as opportunities to learn
• work effectively in a climate of ambiguity and changing priorities

Develop intellectual, physical, spiritual and emotional well-being.

Related concepts: self-discipline, self-esteem, self-confidence, reflection, balance, contentment

Aspects of being self-aware:

• responsibility for being active and healthy
• recognise, reflect and regulate feelings to manage emotions effectively
• realistically reflect to make informed decisions
• celebrate the strengths and achievements of self and others

Reason in an informed and fair-minded manner.

Related concepts: inquiry, questioning, connection, analysis, synthesis, evaluation, problem solving

Aspects of critical thinking:

• identify, explore and ask relevant questions
• gather, organise and process information from different perspectives
• analyse, synthesise and evaluate information to develop an informed and ethical approach or solution
• reflect upon experiences and new understanding to inform future thinking

Imagine and generate new possibilities or alternatives.

Related concepts: originality, imagination, curiosity, adaptability, connection, innovation, improvisation, risk-taking

Aspects of being creative:

• connect ideas and experiences in innovative ways
• adapt and explore ideas as circumstances change
• think creatively and act on ideas to produce original works

Participate collaboratively in diverse settings.

Related concepts: cooperation, participation, leadership, flexibility, adaptability, responsibility, trust

Aspects of being collaborative:

• assume shared responsibility
• value individual contributions
• resolve issues and build consensus on diverse teams
• demonstrate flexibility and adaptability
• lead by influence rather than authority
• build and sustain effective networks using appropriate tools

Communicate effectively according to audience and purpose.

Related concepts: communication, interpretation, perspective, intent

Aspects of being a communicator:

• listen and read to understand perspective, emotion and/or meaning of the context or audience
• articulate thoughts and ideas effectively in a variety of forms and contexts
• make informed choices about medium and content according to audience and purpose

Take responsibility for directing one's learning.

Related concepts: metacognition, independence, perseverance, diligence, organisation, responsibility

Aspects of being a self-manager:

• use metacognitive skills to define learning goals, monitor progress, reflect and adjust their approach to improve learning
• independently and safely work towards a goal without direct oversight
• organise and manage time and resources