What ideas do you have about your final project? Did any of the Media Literacy projects you reviewed in this deck on slide 8 inspire you?
I watched and listened to a few different Media Literacy projects, and Liz Pelletier's final project stood out to me the most. It seems like a manageable option because I think I could create something authentic through a podcast. The other project ideas seem like they have too many moving parts, and I feel like I might drop the ball somewhere along the way.
Whether something is "good" or not is relative, and ultimately I think the value of a project is up to its creator. In my eyes, the final for this class is similar to a piece of art, and I don't consider myself to be the most creative person. No matter which direction I choose, I worry that the final product won't meet my own standards.
Because I'm having that internal conflict with myself, it's creating a mental barrier that's making it difficult to even come up with ideas to get started. I was talking with Dr. Bogad this morning, and I shared that one of my biggest strengths is my ability to build relationships with my students. I'm also someone who loves to talk, so that's why I'm leaning toward creating a podcast for my final project. It plays to my strengths and feels like the most authentic way for me to express my ideas. Even with that, I still find myself doubting whether my final project will be "good enough," and that self-doubt is creating an even bigger mental block. It's honestly been really frustrating to think about because there needs to be a quick turn around for the final.
Mikey, I really resonated with your own high expectations for yourself and how that can create a mental block. I am in a similar position but more so because I have so many ideas, and I want to pick the one that I can do "the best" on. It's so hard to hold yourself to such high expectations, and I hope you give yourself grace! No matter what you do, I am sure it will be fun, creative, and thoughtful! I love that you want your project to build on your ability to create strong student relationships, and I am excited to see how your narrative comes together. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteHi Mikey!! I loved how you included your notes and annotations. Such a cool window into your thought process. I wonder how you could include your students in a podcast project!
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