Personal Critical Evaluation

Throughout the module I have been able to engage with the tasks presented and meet the challenges that have been presented to me. I have maintained a constant work ethic and successfully used the information I have learnt to complete the tasks required. With every activity I have participated in, I have been able to understand how they relate to the theoretical aspect of the module.

Problems that I encountered involved my completion of the tasks. The Flickr slide show seemed to be a very simple task, the difficulty arose when it came to embedding it into my blog; the way in which I overcame this was to link my photo stream to the sidebar of my blog and inserting hyperlinks to my posts. The Data visualisation was also a task I was able to complete with simplicity. Using the Many Eyes software was not possible due to the way in which I had conducted my survey; I was able to produce my graphs using another online service. Finally Task 3 the Google Map, it was relatively enjoyable producing the map. Getting my images from Flickr and adding them to the Map was not possible until I learnt that I could do page source and copy the direct link. There has been a resolution to every problem I have encountered, having the patience to deal with such matters is something I have done consistently.

There has always been a general theme to the structure of work I produce; this is because I have pictured a vision of how I would like my work to look once it is complete. I would say that I regard the planning procedure a significant part to any project I conduct, knowing what goals I must achieve to complete my finished artefact helps me stay focused. I make conscious decisions regarding my work regularly as I am in complete control of how it is produced and created. I did not feel any pressure during this module, as I was confident that I would be able to complete it.

Reflecting upon the module altogether, I would say that I enjoyed it. My personal development has been good as the course has built up my character and sense of independence. I have been able to use the knowledge I have learnt in this module and apply them with the skills I already have. The new forms of technology I have been introduced to have given me an insight into different aspects of Social Media, Convergence and the Internet. The experience has been a very value one that will hopefully be useful in my future as I aspire towards success.

Links to feedback groups:

• Emma.B: http://emmab90.wordpress.com/2010/02/22/task-2-reflection/#comments 
• Alex.C: http://marteaualex.wordpress.com/2010/02/23/microsoft-vs-apple/#comments 
• Alex.H: http://hacking04.wordpress.com/

The Google Map – StudentTOURS

Here is my Google Map, the theme is “StudentTOURS”. The map should show you some of the places to visit while you’re in town. I have embedded a few videos on the Subways tab, Enjoy.

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Montage Pictures

Here are the pictures that I have created from the images I produced with my data visualisation and the Flickr slide show.

These images were created using Adobe Photoshop.

Statistic pictures – Flickr

Follow link below to access my flickr slide show.
also have a look on the right sidebar where there is a stream of a few of my photos >>>

Flickr Slideshow

Data Visualisation

Results of the online survey I conducted at www.freeonlinesurveys.com, there were 44 responses. I used http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default.aspx to create my graphs.