Ana's Final Reflection

As I reflect on the knowledge that I have ascertained by being a student in this class, I can proudly say that I am a more rounded person when it comes to digital texts. In my field of study texts are very conventional and not innovative. What is being said is more important than how it is being said. Before the course I was not familiar with Prezi, Wordle, or Jing. I have since then become a big fan of Prezi and Jing; I have incorporated them into my daily work life and am teaching my co-workers how to use it as well. Learning is something that not everyone ascertains in the same way, for example, in this class I have learned more about technology then I have learned in four years of college. Had I known about some of these applications previously, I would have incorporated them into my academic presentations.

My view of text was very linear, if the text did not form part of a book then reading that text or contemplating it was optional and not mandatory. Digital Literacy assists users in the developing critical thinking skills that may not otherwise flourish with conventional methods. Literacy is defined as the ability to read and write, or the ability to use language to read, write, listen, and speak. In modern contexts, the word refers to reading and writing at a level adequate for communication, or at a level that lets one understand and communicate ideas in a literate society, so as to take part in that society. Digital Literacy incorporates all the above plus the ability to create, comprehend, edit, and utilize digital technologies presented through multiple formats to satisfy an intended purpose.

What does this mean as students of digital literacy we have the obligation to pass it along, whether in the classroom, in the work force or at home. If I had to describe myself post this course, I would say that I am digitally re-literate. I added the above video, so the teachers of today and tomorrow can better visualize and understand that digital media affects us all, the young and the old.

I ended up taking this class because another course that I was suppose to take got canceled. I am truly grateful that happened. This class was a blessing in disguise.