Reflection on the CoP assignment:
I went into this project looking forward to 'people watching,' but I quickly learned that there was much more to it!
Coming up with the idea of observing Charles River Community Boating was no difficult. It popped right into my head because I always see the sailboats and have never really known that it is "all about." It was exciting to investigate and observe!
I planned poorly and only was able to catch the end of sailing lessons because I would only go close to sunset when the boats were coming in. I was able to listen in and hear every one helping each other and teaching each other. Learning was all around me! It was more than a person showing someone how to tie a sail; it was a peer showing a peer and guiding them through an experience!
My only qualm is that the people weren't too 'into' me interviewing them or getting pictures of them, so I had to be careful to remain unseen and not interrupt their normal practice. I wish I could have spoken to someone who would have given me more than yes or no answers and who was as excited about this as I was.
Then I had to figure out how to present my findings. Since I am still very new to MACs, I figured I'd give iMovie a shot and blend my photos with some voice-overs and with music. Throw in some funny clips and there we have it, my final video. I'm quite pleased, for my expertise in this area is not very high!!
Great job Kevin, especially considering people were not really keen on having you interview them. You still managed to get a lot for your project.
ReplyDeleteI think you did a bangup job in iMovie too. Just think - you are no longer a novice in iMovie. Movin' up with a Mac! ;- )