Cassie H EME2040 Blog

In my future career in higher education and student affairs, particularly within housing or fraternity and sorority life, I anticipate using data collection tools like Qualtrics to assess student experiences, needs, and satisfaction. These tools would allow me to create surveys that gather feedback on residential life, community engagement, leadership development, and program effectiveness. Analyzing this data would help identify trends, address concerns, and tailor initiatives that promote student success and foster a sense of belonging. Ultimately, using data-driven insights would strengthen my ability to advocate for resources, shape policies, and make informed decisions that enhance the student experience and support the mission of the university.

During my K-12 education, I experienced distance learning primarily through platforms like Zoom and Google Classroom. Zoom was used for live lessons, allowing interaction with teachers and classmates, while Google Classroom served as a hub for assignments and announcements. These technologies were effective for maintaining communication and organization, but sometimes internet connectivity issues and lack of hands-on support made learning challenging. I haven’t had the chance to use any virtual reality tools but I’d love to experience them because they could make learning more engaging and provide immersive experiences, especially for subjects like science or history. Open educational resources (OER) are free, accessible learning materials available for anyone to use, adapt, and share. These resources include things like digital textbooks, videos, quizzes, and lesson plans, often created by educators or institutions. They help reduce costs for students and make educational content mor...

Working on the Web Design assignment taught me valuable skills in creating visually appealing and user-friendly websites. I applied design principles such as consistency, ensuring that each page had a uniform color scheme and font style to create a cohesive look. I also used the principle of visual hierarchy by making headings bold and larger to draw attention, while keeping body text smaller for readability. I really enjoyed the creative freedom this project offered, allowing me to experiment with layouts and color palettes, but I found inputting certain elements to be challenging at times. These website design skills will be incredibly useful in my future career, as I can apply them to create professional portfolios, educational resources, or even wellness blogs that promote health and exercise. My website can be accessed through the QR code below!