TIME STRATEGIES

SCHEDULE:

Tuesday: Reading A

Wednesday: Reading B, Story, Blog Comments

Thursday: Project, Project Feedback

Friday: (catch up as needed)

 

Between the different weekly assignments, reading, storytelling, project, project feedback, blog comments I think this schedule is going to work really well for me. Fridays will forever be catch up days, but I know that I am able to change my schedule anytime I need to during the semester. 

From reading the articles about time management, I especially liked, "The Psychology of Checklists: Why Setting Small Goals Motivates Us to Accomplish Bigger Things" and "The Myth of 'Too Busy.'" Checklists have always been my go to when I am feeling overwhelmed or stressed. Getting my priorities in order and then the satisfaction of crossing them off the list is why I make a checklist in the first place. After reading the article,"The Psychology of Checklists: Why Setting Small Goals Motivates Us to Accomplish Bigger Things" it makes sense on why checklists are so satisfying and how setting those realistic goals help us to feel more confident. I also liked the article, "The Myth of 'Too Busy.'" This is article was perfect for me. I am constantly saying "I'm too busy," which realistically means I want an excuse to not do something. "I'm too busy to work out," "I'm too busy to go to lunch with a friend," but really we should be rephrasing it as, "I'm prioritizing my time." After reading this article I think I won't be using the phrase "I'm too busy." 

Web Link: "The Myth of Being Too Busy"

Web Link: "The Psychology of Checklists: Why Setting Small Goals Motivates Us to Accomplish Bigger Things"  

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TECHNOLOGY

Technology tools will probably be the most difficult part of this course for me. But, I think it's great that we will have the opportunity to learn technology tools through this course. I also love the fact that we won't be using canvas as much, it makes sense to start learning new tech tools and websites outside of canvas. In reality, canvas is such a small part of our college experience. There are so many new online resources that I can take from this course into the real world. I am unfamiliar with majority of these tools, but looking forward to learning how to use them. This website environment is a lot different than all my other classes I have ever taken. However, just because something is different, doesn't mean it's a bad thing!

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ASSIGNMENTS

After looking at the assignments, I think they cover a wide variety of assignments. I think this variety of assignments will create a steady flow with the curriculum of this course.  From past courses, I am familiar with interacting with other students' work and commenting on their posts. I think commenting on The Storytelling section of this course is something I am going to have to get more comfortable with. I am not a great writer, but it is encouraging to know that I am able to use whatever style of writing I prefer. I appreciate the amount of extra credit options available! I think I'll become more comfortable with the assignments as the weeks go by!

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GROWTH MINDSET

 I had never heard of Carol Dweck or of growth mindset before this class. Growth mindset is very fascinating and seems like it can be very beneficial. As a student and a dancer I can relate to growth mindset. In dance especially, I am always trying to perfect and master new techniques and tricks. It would be no fun to do the same steps over and over again. Having that challenging turn or leap to push towards makes you a better dancer. It's very rewarding when you've been working so hard for something and you finally get it. I was very fortunate to have a dance instructor that always pushed me. I wanted her to challenge me and sometimes it can be uncomfortable and awkward. But, the beauty of dance is taking something so difficult and takes so much technique, and making it look effortless.
I've learned a lot about myself while being at OU. My biggest challenge when learning new things is the fear of failure. I am worst critic and when I am learning something new, there is always a tiny voice in my head saying "you're not good enough." I have gained a lot of confidence and self assurance since being at OU. I have learned to not listen to the little voice saying "you're not good enough," and that's helped me gain confidence to try new things.
I think growth mindset is very interesting and I am eager to learn more about it in this class. I particularly love how Carol Dweck illustrates how growth mindset works. She demonstrates that when something is challenging or forces us out of our comfort zone, it is giving our neurons the opportunity to make stronger connections. I think growth mindset will be very beneficial for me in this class! I'm excited to learn more about it!

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INTRODUCTION TO MADEE THE WINE SNOB

Hi! I'm Madeline McGill, but I go by Madee. I'm from a Ada, Oklahoma a small town about an hour away. I am a senior and a Human Relations major graduating in May. After graduating I will be working for E & J Gallo Winery as a Sales Rep in Oklahoma City! I am a 4th year member and Captain of the OU Pom Squad and it has given me so many amazing experiences over the past 4 years. When I'm not dancing, I love hanging out with friends, sunshine, and binge watching tv shows. Recently, I have watched some really good movies; Fyre Fraud is a documentary about a music festival that was a huge scandal (It's on Hulu, I definitely recommend). I loved A Star Is Born, Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga are so talented and I haven't stopped listening to the soundtrack from the movie. Along with movies, some tv shows/series I have been watching are Dirty John, Innocent Man, and Schitts Creek. Both Dirty John and Innocent Man are based off true stories, and I think that's why I like them so much. I watched a lot of tv over the break, but also got to go to Colorado for a little bit. It was so much fun getting to ski and Colorado is so beautiful.

I picture I took on Main Street in Frisco, Colorado 

After Colorado, I went back home to Ada where I got to spend time with my family. I am the oldest of three, and we have the best dog in the entire world named Moxie. I got to take her on lots of walks and watch a lot of movies with her! I love getting spend time with my family, this being my last semester I am trying to be better about taking everything in! I have so many lasts and I don't want to take anything for granted. The fall semester flew by so quickly, and I know the spring will fly by even faster.

Pictured: Me, Meredith, Mom, and Alex

This is Moxie, she is a "Wauzer," mix between a Westie and a Schnauzer!

STORYBOOK FAVORITES

There were so many great storyboards to choose from, here are my top 3!

The Nutcracker
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The Nutcracker is something I am very familiar with. I consider it a yearly tradition around Christmas, whether I go see the ballet or listen to the soundtrack from it. I even danced in The Nutcracker when I was younger. Ballet is very important to me and that's why this Storyboard grabbed my attention. The Introduction does a wonderful job of portraying the topic and prompting me to read the story. I particularly liked how the Introduction reflected the core of the original story of The Nutcracker with a little twist. The layout and design of the page was pretty and clean, from the layout and design it did not hint any change in the original plot of the story. I liked the fact that there weren't too many pictures, so I was able to interpret and imagine the story through my own perspective.



Real Housewives of Greek Mythology 
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The Real Housewives of Greek Mythology immediately grabbed my attention because of its title. One of my guilty pleasures is Reality TV, therefore I had no hesitation deciding on this Storyboard. I love how in the Introduction there is reference to Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Atlanta, and New York. That same theme carries on throughout the pages. The story is organized by Season and Episode. I think that is a great idea and really draw viewers in. Those are some design features I could potentially use in my own project.




Witches of Oz 
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 Witches of Oz is a quirky and cute spin off of The Wizard of Oz. I really like the idea that Princess Ozma is the ruler of Oz. The Wizard of Oz is a complex story to begin with and many backstories play a role into bringing it all together. It really grabbed my attention when reading through the Storyboards. I really enjoy the thought of getting to know the witches from North, East, South, and West. I think the Introduction does a great job of explaining the topic and portraying the theme. I like the details and layout of the pages.

FAVORITE PLACE

My favorite place is Exuma, Bahamas! The first time I went to the Bahamas was about a couple of years ago. Ever since that first trip, the Bahamas has been my go-to place. One thing I love is that it doesn't feel like a tourist attraction. When we go, my family and I stay in a house and take a boat to local restaurants and bars. We even take rides out to little islands, it is so relaxing and beautiful. The sun is always out and the water is so clear you can see your feet underneath you!

This is a picture I took from one of the islands we visited in Georgetown.

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Chat & Chill Bar! Local bar with sand volleyball and swing sets. Once you dock your boat up you can sit right where the ocean meets the sand and pet stingrays!

My sister and I enjoying the pool!

Another picture I took!

My boyfriend and I loving the clear blue water and sky!

My sister and I!

One last picture just because it's too beautiful.