This week in card 101, we focused on design layout for our blogs as well as making the appearance neat and concise for our audience. After reading and discussing the "Clean Up Your Mess" article, I've learned that the deign style does not need to be complicated or pretty to draw in a reader. Appearance should draw in the intended audience, but the content is what gets them to stay! It was mentioned that practicality and purpose are the number one key to design. So, in this blog as much as I'll try to be creative and unique to bring attention to this blog, I hope the content itself is what lasts and makes people interested to keep reading about my updates for the semester.
What is a virtuous cycle? When Dr.Kyburz and Dr.Smith mentioned this term, I honestly assumed we were talking about ancient philosophy. My classes can feel like they're overlapping when terms like this exist... However, in writing this means to establish criteria for a good piece, evaluate, suggest improvements. On Friday, we practiced this skill by sharing our blogs with peers around us. We took time to look at each blog carefully and offer feedback and constructive criticism.
In my time at North Central so far, I have noticed community plays a large in defining the classroom and the college. In my classes, we have done a lot of mini group work to get to know each other and we are encouraged to collaborate when allowed. Being in college and as adults, students come in with their own unique major / collegiate goals, so it can be hard to meet new people. I am grateful that during the first few weeks of this semester I have had opportunities (to feel acclimated to the school as well as had time to introduce myself to new peers and professors.)
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