Although it is only February, time feels like it's flying. It might just be me, but hearing we are more than halfway through the semester and Spring break is in a couple weeks? That was hard to wrap my brain around, that's for sure. Definitely caught me off guard and made me both excited and surprised.
Earlier this week, we received our microtheme grades - our first project of CARD101. Luckily we have an opportunity for revision because let's just say it is much needed. Reflecting on my personal microtheme assignment, I feel like the topic I chose was tough to talk about from a neutral standpoint and although I tried to sound unbiased, the content I shared was still somewhat one-sided. I think my writing did not reflect my thoughts and I went in circles trying to explain and expand on the possible outcomes that come with photo taking. I am planning to revise my microtheme and gain more knowledge on how to write a successful one, as well as apply to the comments Dr.Kyburz suggested.
Switching gears and to be completely transparent, I was skeptical about these blog posts early on. I feel I can get stuck in writer's block so easily... even though there is much flexibility, I have trouble knowing what to focus on or write about. Without a certain prompt or set guideline, I find it tough to expand on my thoughts and I would see these blog posts as a chore. On the flip side, however, I am glad these posts and the free writes challenge my ability to be creative and simply write. I think weekly blogging is a unique way to remember what I focused on in the week and give myself space to reflect on my classes and card101 lessons. Without being too personal and similar to a little kid's diary entry, free writing without much restriction feels refreshing and I am starting to see the outside benefits that come with the previously "required" blogging. I am I enjoy reading other peers' blog posts as well, but I find it interesting I am still unable to comment. It can be frustrating because I have feedback to share or questions to ask, and I am confused about whose recent blog posts I have already read.
Hello, Josie! Time is definitely flying isn't it. I can't believe we are already halfway through the semester. I applause you for using the revision opportunity and reflecting on your writing. I agree that staying un-biased was a challenge for me as well. Also, I can relate that these blogs are both challenging creatively and also overwhelming at times. I feel bad that this website is providing you with difficulties when it comes to commenting on other's posts. Perhaps it is one of the many challenges to this website or even technology as a whole.
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