4:3 Specialist

When and Where did I Found it: This word is one that I am familiar with and have heard many times in the educational and professional settings. I decided to select this word because I wanted to gain additional insight into what being a specialist entails (keeping in mind that this may look different depending on the specialty). Essentially, I am looking to make more connections to my impending degree as a Literacy Specialist.

What it means:
The word specialist means a person who concerns himself/herself with one subject. This word is only used as a noun (to describe a person).




Level of familiarity:
I am familiar with this word. I understand this word on a surface level, but am hearing it more and more in the professional setting.


Do I want to know this word well and why:
This word is important for me to know, especially because it will be a part of my MS degree. This word is also important to understand because it will help me to realize what my role is and what I am responsible for as a literacy specialist and special education/content specialist.


Do I think others should know this word well...if so, who and why:
Like the word transfer from my previous post, specialist is a word that my colleagues and other educational professionals should be familiar with. Looking at the larger picture (education and school districts), there are various specialists that assist students and teachers everyday. It is important for all people working in these settings to be familiar with these words so they understand the roles of these professionals. Essentially, this word can be applied and explored in a plethora of subject areas.

Specialist (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.dictionary.com/specialist