Final Reflection

After this semester I really can say that I am more knowledged on my computer skills.  I learned certain things and shortcuts to Excel and Publisher that I never knew before.  I gained more exposure to Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Publisher.  I actually never used Publisher so it was all new to me.  One project that really interested me was the storytelling project.  We had to insert a voice and video into my personal video which was a challenge at first but then was easier once I figured it out.  The most useful I think to me would be the webpage just because its a good way of showing the public what you are offering or simply just putting up information.  Lastly, another tool I never knew existed was Jing which is actually really neat and I will use it for future purposes.  Overall this class is very beneficial and is going to be very useful in the many years ahead.

Final Reflection

     Over the course of this semester in Digital Applications class I have learned a lot about various different computer programs. This class has really furthered my knowledge and helped me a lot. Going into this class I knew a decent amount about different programs, and this class really taught how to fully take advantage of all the features of these programs.

     Most of all Digital Applications has helped me learn all about the various programs that are part of Microsoft Office. Before this class I knew how to use Microsoft Word to write papers. But now I can use it for so much more, like making flyers for events. Also, I have learned a lot about Microsoft PowerPoint. I went into this course knowing how to put together basic PowerPoint presentations with bullet points and pictures. But after taking this course I now know how to add music, embed videos, put different transitions into new slides and even put music over the whole slideshow.

     Before this class started I had never used Microsoft Publisher before, and now I can use it like a pro. After learning to use Publisher to make a pamphlet in Digital Apps, I knew how to do all sorts of things like add borders, edit picture backgrounds, etc.; all vital parts in making a great pamphlet.

In Digital Applications this past semester I was required to make a digital storytelling project. This project got me to learn how to use the iMovie program, which I had never used before, on my Macbook. This program will definitely be helpful in the future for projects or any occasion that requires me to make a video. In this program I learned how to add pictures, video, voiceovers, and how to lay music over the whole thing.

     So, as you can see, this class has taught me a lot about vital programs on the computer that I thought I knew a lot about already. The knowledge I have gained in this class with definitely help me in the rest of my career at Nichols College and my professional career in the future. Thank you Professor Fleury-Lawson.

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