EDLD+5366+Reflection

The assignments that the EDLD 5366 course helped me realize that in order to do a logo or even a website, that one must “be honest.” (Alcantra, 2009) This is because whatever I may produce represents me and if it is a product that truly does not reflect me than I will be portraying the wrong image to those viewing it. Therefore the second week of the course presented a chance of reflection. When that week began there were many ideas of who I am floating around in my mind, but when it was time to create, it narrowed down to my true passions. This caused me to create a product I was truly proud of. Now through the website building process proved that an individual does not have to be face to face to create a great product. There just has to be open lines of communication and the willingness to compromise. This is due to the different backgrounds that the individuals come from. People tend to lean and do the items that they are most comfortable with. The feedback of your contributions from the members of the group helps jumpstart the reflection and evaluation process. The past experience of using Google Docs, helped make the communication on the website easier. Everyone knew where to go and how to use and collaborate using the tool. A question that has come up is whether or not there is an easier way to communicate, or a communication tool that can bridge the gaps in all software. The uses of websites are vital to having an open line of communication with students and with parents. Many of the students taught know how to access a website, and struggle with basic classroom operations. It also offers a solution to the handout not making it home to parents. The website I there and will not be lost unless the creator deletes it.

Alcantra, L. (2009). The art of self-branding. Retrieved from http://www.lealea.net/blog/comments/the-art-of-self-branding-part-one/