Over the last seven weeks I have learned a great deal about
the benefits of technology in the classroom and for online courses.
Additionally, the information that I have learned about myself has been equally
beneficial. EDUPL 1159 has helped me
evolve as a student and the techniques that I have acquired in this class will
help in my last two years at Ohio State and beyond.
I think the most beneficial aspect of this course has been
the technology tools that were outlined in the course. As a student growing up with technology, it
was incredible to see how many online features that I was unaware of. This
class definitely opened my eyes to how many resources are truly available to
students. As students, it is our
responsibility to fully utilize these resources and take advantage of the ways
in which they can help us in the academia world. Two of the most helpful
lessons included information from Modules 4 and 6. Module 4 helped open my eyes
to all of the different studying resources and other websites that can aid my
education. Module 6 also taught me news ways to enhance my search engine skills.
There were so many tools on Google that I was unaware even existed. The new
search techniques learned in Module 6 now will be utilized whenever I am
conducting a search for school.
This course has also brought light to some of my weaknesses
and strengths as a student. I have learned throughout the course that like many
other college students, I have trouble starting my school work. While
procrastination does not cause me to miss assignments, if I am able to use the
techniques in the course, I will be able to complete my schoolwork at an
earlier date and more efficiently. I
have learned however, to better prioritize my schoolwork. This has allowed me
to finish my most important assignments before I work on less significant
assignments.
I think one of the most unique aspects of this course was
the feedback and posts from our fellow classmates. I think it is somewhat
difficult to have interaction between students in an online class because there
isn’t face-to-face interaction. However, in this class I feel like were able to
successfully interact just by reading each other’s post, giving feedback, and
commenting on student posts. I also think this class helped me realize just how
helpful the internet can be in aiding your educational experience. I think more
students should be open to learning more about online resources. While many
students may be feel like they have already mastered the internet there are so
many resources and tips that can further your experience.
I believe there are two aspects of this class that I can
take away from this class. The first is that I have learned my tendencies as a
worker. I now know what my weaknesses are as a student and hopefully with the
techniques I have learned from this class I will be able to improve my habits
when I enter the workforce. The second thing that I have learned that I will be
able to apply the rest of my life is that there are always new things to be
learned. While this class specifically outlined the mountains of knowledge that
was still untapped online, I think it is important for me to continue to build
upon the knowledge I currently have in all aspects of my life.
