So, to be honest, when I signed up for this class I thought it would be going towards my Internet Writing Certificate. When I found out that it didn't, I wasn't necessarily happy about it, but I figured that I'd keep taking it. I've like the other classes that I've had with Dr. Mabrito so...why not, right?
When I found out about having to use Blogger and Facebook, I wouldn't say that I was thrilled. I know I've said this before, but I used to hate the idea of social networking. I kind of thought that, since I was busy as is with my social life in real-life, what was the point (other than keeping up with people who have moved away and are just as busy with life as me)? Well, this class has definitely changed my views about Facebook. Now I really like it. I also think that even traditional classrooms could benifit from using it. I mean, what if someone gets sick and has to miss class? I think it could be useful.
Blogger, on the other hand, is a different story. I understand that it has a different function, but Facebook (FB) seems to have worked out better and done the job just fine. Everyone in the class just seemed a lot more comfortable with FB. Also, I think that part of my annoyance comes from chronically forgetting my password/username; I even had to create a new blog a ways into the semester because I completely forgot it.
As far as the group projects go, I was disappointed. I think that those of us that really worked on the wiki (no offense, but you know who you are) worked really well together, but I wish our grade had been better. Still, I'm really proud of what we put together. I think that there's a ton of stuff that others would get from our wiki in the future.
The experience of helping to create a wiki has also taught me something. Prior to the project, I assumed that making a wiki was really easy. However, it wasn't as easy as I thought. I really did become invested in all of the researching for it and am now really tired of reading about citizen journalism. Although, knowing about all of that stuff is probably a good thing. Maybe I could use my newfound knowledge to impress people at parties? (Yawn!) Maybe not. Either way, I know it if I need it.
As for Group 2, I really liked your project. I actually went to ning.com and created one for the Writing Center today. It was nice because it was so easy to do (even for me) and I like that they have a varied selection of templates to choose from.
Overall, I think the class was pretty informative and I learned quite a bit, especially about MMORPGs and MMOs. Before Unit 5, I was admittedly ignorant about not only the gaming itself, but the players' motivations, as well. Opposite of what I thought before, I discovered that they're not single-player games disguised as multi-player ones, but instead quite interactive. I definitely think that people will continue to play/use these things for a long time from now. When I think of Harvard in Second Life, actually, I know it will.
Well...it's been a pleasure having class with all of you. Happy Holidays!!!
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
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