When we were first instructed to begin keeping a blog for this class, I thought to myself that it would be a difficult task to sustain throughout the semester. Firstly, English is my second language, and I felt uncomfortable putting my thoughts on display for my classmates’ review (although it is good practice). Secondly, I’ve never written a blog before, and the idea of continually updating my activities while commenting on my colleagues’ was a bit overwhelming (Facebook is so much simpler!). However, despite my earlier outlook, I’ve found this method of learning to be surprisingly helpful, fun and insightful – particularly in regard to the Vision blog assignment.
I had never really given much thought to what my “vision” is…I’m 28 years old, and this was the first time in my life that I actually had to sit down and reflect on where I saw myself in the distant future. It was the most frustrating assignment for me, but what I found most stimulating were my classmates’ blogs on their own visions. It was a sort of measure as to where I stood, how lost I was, and how much I really had in common with them (this isn’t exactly a topic of conversation I typically has with my friends). So it definitely was an encouraging project, and I feel that I got a lot out of it.
Overall, I feel that these blogs were helpful on a number of levels: It forced me to write, and I put a lot of effort into using correct English and grammar during these posts; it exposed me to the diverse range of thoughts and feelings that my classmates shared on the same subjects; and it allowed us to express ourselves through our writing and activities in ways we normally never would – ordering exactly four pickles in McDonald’s? Trying to keep an egg from breaking with a straw? Brilliant!
I’m not sure if I will continue to post on my blog after the class has concluded. I suppose it depends on what my classmates will do. I will most likely check up on it every now and then, however, and should I feel particularly inspired to express myself or an idea, I very well may continue with my blogging!
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it is great to hear that you said something positive about the blog. I think the blog provide us a new way to comminicate with each other and it is convenient to knoe other people.
ReplyDeleteI am really glad that the vision assignment was helpful to you. It had a similar effect on me as well. It was like I had to sit down and write out a plan for my future. Something I usually don't like to think about because it gets me stressed out. However, after completing the assignment I felt proud of myself for actaully having such a tight plan that I hope to persue. Overall, I also ended up enjoying the blogging assignments and thought it was something very unique and interesting. Best of luck to you!
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ReplyDeleteI thought the blogging assignment regarding vision was extremely insightful too. It's probably my favorite out of all the blogs we've had to do this semester. I thought it was a great way to learn about ourselves and others.
ReplyDeleteFor someone whose English is their second language, you've become great at it. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, yet your English and grammar is probably better than mine already!