Pick a favorite concept that we have covered through this course and post about it. Explain the concept to refresh our memories. Tell the class why you have chosen this concept, and what it is you like about it.
We have learned important material throughout this course. If I had to choose one topic that I greatly enjoyed learning about, I would choose diversity and how it can help a group reach success because diversity is present in many groups that I have joined. Diversity is the "secret weapon" of a group. People become involved in groups because they may share common hobbies. For example, I join basketball leagues because I like playing with people that also share the same interest. Even though we all play basketball, diversity within the group is still present. A variety of ideas are brought to the table because everyone comes from a different background. Allowing different input gives us options that we can try and learn from. Ideas can always strengthen a group even if it is doesn't work because the group can take that mistake and use it to improve. Diversity should be included in every group for success!
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Comm 141P
What have you learned throughout this class? What was your favorite thing about the class? What was your least favorite thing about the class? How can this class be improved?
I have learned a variety of things throughout the course of this class, from conveying personality in one's writing to learning procedures that can help a group become successful. In the beginning of this class, I was afraid to write out my thoughts and have other people read it. I'm used to writing an essay and only having my professor read it. Being involved in the discussions became more enjoyable because my confidence in my writing increased. Reading comments and taking feedback from other students allowed me to improve and learn more about small group communication. On the other hand, my least favorite thing in the class may have to be the timing. I felt that everything happened quickly in the class. There was so much information to take in and a different topic every week. What can I say? It's college, right? (: Many people that enroll in this course have busy lives and usually do things in their own time, but taking this class can be really fun and one can learn a lot from taking this course. I just wish it didn't end so fast. Lastly, I feel this class can be improved by providing a study guide for the final because there is a lot of material to cover. Other than that, I really enjoyed this course and the way The Blogging Prof structured the material and discussions!
I have learned a variety of things throughout the course of this class, from conveying personality in one's writing to learning procedures that can help a group become successful. In the beginning of this class, I was afraid to write out my thoughts and have other people read it. I'm used to writing an essay and only having my professor read it. Being involved in the discussions became more enjoyable because my confidence in my writing increased. Reading comments and taking feedback from other students allowed me to improve and learn more about small group communication. On the other hand, my least favorite thing in the class may have to be the timing. I felt that everything happened quickly in the class. There was so much information to take in and a different topic every week. What can I say? It's college, right? (: Many people that enroll in this course have busy lives and usually do things in their own time, but taking this class can be really fun and one can learn a lot from taking this course. I just wish it didn't end so fast. Lastly, I feel this class can be improved by providing a study guide for the final because there is a lot of material to cover. Other than that, I really enjoyed this course and the way The Blogging Prof structured the material and discussions!
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Observation Paper
Was it a useful exercise? What did you learn? What was good about the project? What can be improved?
The observation project was a great exercise that allowed us to go beyond the readings, notes, and discussions. As students, we were able to use our knowledge from the class and connect it to our daily lives. Doing the observation project made me realize how important an outside observer can be to a group.
In the beginning, I thought that small groups only needed input from the other members in the group. Yet, with the help of an outside observer, the group is able to look beyond their strengths and weaknesses. Not only that, an outside observer also saves the group more time to finish the project at hand. Throughout this class, I realized that gaining more input and having diverse opinions can greatly strengthen a group.
For my observation project, I decided to study a different football team in my league. The captain made a compromise with me. I was able to watch one of their practices and a few of their games in exchange for my notes that I took on their team. Based on my observations, the team was able improve on their communication with one another. Not only did I get my paper done, the players that I observed became a better team!
This was a great project to do, but with a few improvements, it can be much better. I feel that not only should the observers focus on strengths and weaknesses of the team, but they should also write about one person (not only the leader) in the team. If there was a section in the paper to write about one person from the group, I believe this project could be a bit more interesting. Other than that, I believe this was an enjoyable paper to write.
The observation project was a great exercise that allowed us to go beyond the readings, notes, and discussions. As students, we were able to use our knowledge from the class and connect it to our daily lives. Doing the observation project made me realize how important an outside observer can be to a group.
In the beginning, I thought that small groups only needed input from the other members in the group. Yet, with the help of an outside observer, the group is able to look beyond their strengths and weaknesses. Not only that, an outside observer also saves the group more time to finish the project at hand. Throughout this class, I realized that gaining more input and having diverse opinions can greatly strengthen a group.
For my observation project, I decided to study a different football team in my league. The captain made a compromise with me. I was able to watch one of their practices and a few of their games in exchange for my notes that I took on their team. Based on my observations, the team was able improve on their communication with one another. Not only did I get my paper done, the players that I observed became a better team!
This was a great project to do, but with a few improvements, it can be much better. I feel that not only should the observers focus on strengths and weaknesses of the team, but they should also write about one person (not only the leader) in the team. If there was a section in the paper to write about one person from the group, I believe this project could be a bit more interesting. Other than that, I believe this was an enjoyable paper to write.
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