EDLD+5366+Embedded+Assignment+Reflection

__**Reflection**__

EDLD 5366 Digital graphics is a class that that is required in my Master’s program at Lamar. This was a course that I knew would be exciting, because it involved different types of technology and ideas that I could actually use in my classroom. During the first few weeks we discussed and learned about the different types of design principles (C.R.A.P). I'd never heard the term C.R.A.P used in technology, until this class. During the second week, we were allow to design our own logo. This was a great experience. It allow me to be creative and create something original. During week three, we created an animated figure. This was a very interesting activity. This is an activity that I am currently working on in my class with my students. Surprisingly, they have adjusted well to the lesson. During week four, I had the pleasure to work with three of my peers as a group. Our group created a website call "Building 21st Century Learners." This was a great experience! I have never created a website, and I didn't think I was capable of doing so. My over all experience in this class has altered my way of thinking about technology. As a technology teacher, you know and hear about the capabilities of technology, but when you experience it for yourself, it's amazing.


 * __Self- Assessment__**

In week one, I was assigned to create a business card or flyer of some sort. I'd never created anything like this before. More important, I was nervous about whether or not I would be able to implement all four design principles, which are contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity (Rundle, 2006). I decided to create a fictional business card. Through the creation of this business card, I learned that implementing the C.R.A.P. principles is a sure way of creating a business card that looks presentable and not overwhelmingly cluttered. I also learned that planning beforehand is key in order to ensure that your work is appropriate for your target audience. During a technology class I had previously taken, I had been prompted to do appropriate planning before creating my project. I came to realize that planning is a very important factor in creating something that will advertise your business. Upon reading an article in Forbes called “Ways to Kickstart Your Business” by Allen Dunn, inspired me to consider my target audience if I want to create a eye-catching business card. (Forbes, 2012). Taking my old knowledge of planning and the new information I gained into consideration, I embarked in a careful planning period before actually creating my business card. Working on this activity allowed me to dig deep in my creative mind, and bring forth a lively creation.


 * __References__**

Rundle, M. (2006). How C.R.A.P is Your Site Design? Dunn, A. (2012). Ways to Kickstart Your Business. Forbes