Submit Annotated Bibliography: Career Development and Lifelong Learning and Upload Space
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Due Saturday by 11:59pm
Please complete your final section of your annotated bibliography with TWO peer reviewed articles related to your own career development and lifelong learning. Make sure to follow the APA standards when doing your annotation
Then share your final bibliography as an upload, or website url for your google doc.
Below is examples of what it is supposed to look like. I took this example from Chatgpt but please don’t use AI because the instructor knows what it looks like. My occupation is military so find info related.
Annotated Bibliography: Career Development and Lifelong Learning in U.S. Army Leadership
1. Wong, L., Bliese, P. D., & McGurk, D. (2003).
Military leadership: A context specific review.
The Leadership Quarterly, 14(6), 657–692.
This article offers an in-depth review of military leadership and how it differs from civilian models due to the high-stakes, hierarchical, and mission-driven nature of the armed forces. It emphasizes how leadership development in the Army must be supported by continuous learning, both formal (such as professional military education) and informal (such as on-the-job training and mentoring). This work is especially relevant to my career trajectory in the U.S. Army, as it underlines the critical role lifelong learning plays in effective leadership and operational readiness.
2. Lester, P. B., Hannah, S. T., Harms, P. D., Vogelgesang, G. R., & Avolio, B. J. (2011).
Developing leaders and building trust: The effects of a leader developmental readiness intervention.
Journal of Applied Psychology, 96(6), 1179–1190.
Lester and colleagues examine a leadership development intervention used within the U.S. Army to assess how prepared individuals are to grow as leaders. Their findings highlight the importance of intentional, ongoing development as a career-long process rather than a single training event. The article supports the idea that fostering a culture of lifelong learning not only enhances leadership capabilities but also builds trust among subordinates—an essential component of Army effectiveness. This research directly informs how I plan to integrate structured developmental experiences and reflection throughout my military career.
Annotated Bibliography
1. Illeris, K. (2014).
Transformative learning and identity.
Journal of Transformative Education, 12(2), 148–163.
Illeris discusses the role of lifelong learning in shaping individual identity and adapting to changing life and work contexts. The article explores how adult learners engage in transformative learning processes that not only increase knowledge and skills but also alter how individuals understand themselves and their work. This article is useful for understanding how continual education and personal development contribute to career sustainability and adaptability, particularly in dynamic fields such as military leadership, where self-reflection and identity formation are critical.
2. Hall, D. T., & Chandler, D. E. (2005).
Psychological success: When the career is a calling.
Journal of Organizational Behavior, 26(2), 155–176.
This article introduces the concept of “psychological success” in career development, emphasizing personal fulfillment over traditional markers like salary or promotion. Hall and Chandler argue that lifelong learning is essential to achieving a sense of purpose and adaptability in one’s career. For professionals in structured careers like the U.S. Army, the insights offer a compelling case for integrating formal education, reflective practice, and self-directed learning to maintain motivation and performance across changing roles.
