User:Mattaebersold

Group Name
Group 1

"What did I learn in this class, and what do I have left to learn?"
This class let me write about what I love to do. I'm here at the Art Institute because I have a passion for art and technology, which I realize in my web design degree. What better subject to spend a whole class writing about other than that? I got to research what the industry leaders are saying about the trends in technology and web design, and how that is affecting the artistic touch and approach in the design of sites. I also got to take a more global look at the technology movements as a whole, and to see how they are affecting other industries as well.

One thing that I saw this quarter that was especially interesting to me was the Story Of Stuff. I believe that relates closely with our writing topic, and I found it very interesting to see the connections between technology, manufacturing, business, and resource consumption. I believe I gained much insight from that, as it related to the whole class.

Honestly, in regards to what I have left to learn, I would have enjoyed writing my own paper, and exploring my topic as it relates to web design in depth. I would have enjoyed reading more books specifically related to my topic, and really getting into the deep content about trends and movements in technology and web design & development.

"What did I do well in this class, and what could I have done better?"
I felt as though I did quite well in terms of the organization of my portion of the group work, and well as my energy and knowledge in my sub-topic within our overall paper. I thought it was fun to write about, and research.

The issues surrounding group projects were all here, and the main thing was disorganization for the group as a whole, and some of the energy and drive of other group members. I'm not saying that I did all of the work at all, it just seems as though some members were more committed than others to contribute an equal share.

Taking these things into consideration, I believe we pulled through, and produced a quality paper.

"How do I feel prepared, or unprepared, to continue my studies at this point?"
Since my topic, as well as my specific sub-topic were so closely related to my major, I feel more focused and empowered than I did coming into this class. I have a renewed sense of focus and mindset. When I came into this quarter, I was starting to burn out on school a bit. This class was two things: Easy going, and refreshing at the same time. I got to relax a bit and decompress, as well as explore my major in my writing. I thought the combination of these two things were very helpful to me in bringing back that excitement and passion regarding my college studies.

"How did I contribute to the experiences of other students in this class?"
During some of the discussions related to films, topics, and things like that, I felt compelled to add my perspective. For example, the conversations can be slanted one way or the other (not a bad thing) so I felt it important, not to force my beliefs on others, but to add my personal convictions and thought to the overall discussions. I thought this was helpful, not only to me in learning how to express my beliefs in a professional manner, but to others who might not be aware that other perspectives exist. I thought that the discussions in class were lively, important, and were related to interesting topics.

Thanks for the class! I really appreciate it. Honestly.