Final Thoughts

Naturally, I'm sure I'm the last to post...

But save the best for last! I reall enjoyed this class. I cannot help but apply concepts from class to my everyday media use. Whether someone is talking on the phone while checking out at the grocery store, to every time I pick up my blackberry, I cannot help but analyze my personal media use and judge others in the same way.

I think what was most useful in class were the round table discussions. I really enjoyed hearing what other thoughts about in class topics (especially during the cell phone unit). It was also comforting to know that my obsession with my cell phone and facebook is the norm amongst other girls my age (Thanks, Donna) which was apparent in classroom discussion.

I think in the future, it would be best to spend more time on Second Life. I truly believe that within the next few years, online activity within the classroom with increase. This year alone, I had three classes interacting with blogs and only completing assignments online. As this teenage generation (which has helped create and expand online virtual communities like MySpace and Facebook) grows older, so will the increasing amount of socialization on the Internet.

I also think I will be a better parent down the line. Though parenting is in the far, far future for me, I will be sure to pay close attention to my child's online usage and interaction with new technical innovations.

It's been a great ride for 11am on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Best of luck everyone! Have a happy holiday!

Cheers!