Learning Record Midterm: Observations of LR Goals

(1) When I came to UT, I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to leave my childhood in Austin behind. While I have managed to somewhat create a new sense of place in Austin, I still have a long way to go. I have found myself going home frequently over the past two months, in the beginning because I wanted to and now more because my mom keeps calling me and inviting me home for dinner or some other event. I love going home, but I am beginning to feel like it is too much, so I’m trying to distance myself from my house and spend the majority of my time at UT’s campus.

(2) Recently, I feel that I have made a lot of progress towards redefining my perception of literature and learning by noticing and experiencing all parts of the world. I think my progress is most evident in my exploration of Zilker Park. I loved completing the assignment, and I found the time spent in nature to be an important reflective and meditative time that ultimately taught me that I can learn about myself and others through encounters with nature.

(3) Although creative writing has never been my strength, I think my creativity has become more developed in this course. One of my most defining creative experiences occurred in my completion of the Road Map. While I am used to telling stories with words, this project taught me to tell stories through pictures and multimedia, providing a valuable lesson in creative thought and audience communication.

(4) I have always had trouble sharing my opinions with others. I have made slight progress in learning to discuss in class, because I am still shy, but I think I have drastically improved in my ability to voice and support my opinions while also responding to others’ opinions through my use of the discussion board.

With this in mind, I don’t think my goals need to be revised. I have yet to accomplish any of them, but I am making progress towards their completion.