For me, this class was very collaborative and fun. I really enjoyed the connected nature of this class, since it wasn’t expected due to it being an online class. I thoroughly enjoyed following along everyones learning project journeys, specifically. I aimed to maintain a spirit of collaboration throughout the semester, despite my extremely overwhelming work load (working + taking 3 spring classes).
Discord:
This is definitely the area I blundered in. I did download the app and join the group, however I just find discord so confusing. I very rarely spoke in the chat. I spent most of my energy on the blogposts and URcourses.
My comments:
I made sure to give positive, yet helpful comments to my classmates. For example, I gave some classmates examples of extra resources that they could use to help them in their learning projects. I made sure to be very encouraging and positive. I was genuinely interested in my classmates input and I gave them good, specific feedback on what they did really well in their blogs, so they could keep it up!
(these images are blurry. So instead, I put some of my comments in a google doc. Click here to view)
During class time:
I participated in the public chat during lectures and gave my input. I also made sure to really contribute to the breakout rooms by always keeping my microphone on, asking others to share their stories/experiences/opinions, etc. When conversations hit awkward silences, I tried to bring it to a slightly different, but still relevant conversation.