RMCAD Student Analysis

This class experience has enhanced my understanding of the art world and how visuals play a major role in expressing certain ideals. The way certain artists portray their art is caused by many different techniques. It’s amazing to see my progression through out from week to week through my discussion boards. I even learned something the very first week of class, in the Abbott reflection I stated, “A big theme in this photograph is the use of lines. As we have studied in class lines add a lot of meaning and can be used interchangeably. Also, I like how the

Inventory: I am an independent learner, so this course is perfect for my learning style. I’m also a spatial learner which means I take in information by studying graphics. One way I would

I can say that I really like the structure of the class, and it was very interesting. Meaning that I didn’t see anything that I don’t like from the class exercises, readings, discussions and assignments.

In this course I learned a lot of new things, and got refreshers on things I had learned in the past. It was designed to introduce us to Blackboard, and understand online learning. We were taught our learning styles, figure out our goals, develop critical thinking skills, and learn about APA styling. Discovering my learning style will help me with the future of my courses, I will know what direction I need to take when completing my assignments.

This class encouraged me to think differently and critically through the discussion boards. I was able to read differing thoughts on the subject matter, and that really was beneficial for my learning. Not only did my instructor and the assigned readings help me to personally think beyond and to dig deeper into the materials, but learning what others thought opened up a new world to me. The discussions in AMS 332 are what were so helpful and positive about this class to me.

1. What was your biggest takeaway from this course? My biggest takeaway from this course was the projects. I really enjoyed creating the prezi, infographic, and the technology integration project. I learned more from actually presenting the material than I would have otherwise. I have a new respect for technology that supports student centered learning, mainly because I was able to experience it firsthand this semester.

of study. Ultimately, I am hoping this class prepares me for what I will be engaging in the next

I am taking this class for many reasons. One, is that I really want to get out of my comfort zone and try new things throughout my Xavier career. Also, I wanted to meet new kids that I didn't get the chance to meet chance last year.

This course has affected my development as a student in many ways. It has taught me the importance of being stress free. I have learned that using the time and stress management tools and strategies has helped me get closer to my goals. Achieving my goals depends mainly on me and being less stressful. Time and stress management go hand to hand and one doesn’t work without the other. I learned to become better at time management. This has allowed me to get more important task done and put off the not so important ones. This course has prepared me very well for my academic success. It has taught me about my learning styles and what works best for me. Although I’m a visual/ auditory learner, I sometimes find myself wanting to take things hands on. These are some of the things that has affected me in my development as a student.

I took this course this semester because I needed a Mixed course and the previous course I was taking was a college course. Throughout this semester I had how to be more efficient in InDesign and Photoshop as my ability to use the programs were not that good; I had basic knowledge of the programs.

Just by participating in this activity, I know have a better understanding on what tools I need to move forward in my college success. The items that I have not used will be goals for not just this class, but for all of my classes this

2. This particular course has taught me to accept some skepticism especially when one is sharing different opinions. Coming to a liberal arts school, I have been uncomfortable when mentioning global events and philosophical ideas and now I have learned the importance of communicating ideas whether it be right or wrong. I already knew that there

I feel that this class has taught me to think differently about the world around me. This class has taught me to not only think differently but also to listen to the thoughts of others and how they feel about certain topics and to not judge them but to take their thought into consideration when I think about the same thing. Overall I feel that this class has enhanced my critical thinking skills and made me more prepared for the adult world and all of the decisions that come with it. The critical thinking skills that I have gained this semester would have to be not just going along with what someone believes but challenging it to see why they believe that and why one should have the same beliefs that they do. This semester has taught me that

I have become so open-minded to the world and the people around me because of this class. I learned many things in this class that I never thought would interest me. I came to this class with the mentality that I would not enjoy it and all and all I wanted on the first day of class was for the semester to be over. I was afraid of what I was going to discover and afraid to uncover myself. I think that my biggest fear was to connect with other religions. Without realizing I wanted to keep myself in my own little bubble. I’m glad that didn’t work because I definitely learned wonderful things.

I fulfilled my goals in taking this class because I had better understand about varieties socials identifiers of race, sexual orientation, class, gender, and ability. I also recognize many attitudes towards those social issues that is known as one of the main factors impact on our everyday lives. In addition, I had chances to share my thoughts, and listen my classmate’s stories at the check in. I also had opportunities to work in small group discussion that helped me to understand more my classmate’s culture and background. The weekly writing assisted me to get better in express my thoughts in English.