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EDLD 5366 Digital Graphics is a very interesting course in which a great deal of information was learned to prepare me for introducing some of this material to other teachers and students. During Week 1, I was introduced to the four basic principles of graphic design (Concept, Repetition, Alignment and Proximity), better known as C.R.A.P. As I read the concepts associated with each principle, I became very confused until I began to work on an assignment in which I analyzed an infographic, a poster and a website.

A logo or personal was created during Week 2. In the process of trying to create a logo or self-brand, I decided to hone on my spiritual life and created a logo with God as my Center and some of adjectives that described where were blessed, enthusiastic, happy, inspirational, and trustworthy. These adjectives describe me as the type of teacher I would like to portray in a classroom.

Exciting and Interesting Stykz and Scratch animation softwares were introduced during Week 3. I chose to use the Stykz software to create a simple character figure. Adding audio sound to the character figure became very challenging. As a result, it was decided that until I am more comfortable using animation, I will continue to work on adding character figures performing different acrobatic exercises.

Week 4 was the most fun because I had the opportunity to work on a group assignment creating a website called Chiefs and Indians which linked everything that was learned during Weeks 1-3. The group designed the Chiefs and Indians website to help teachers integrate technology into their classrooms. Recognizing that students learn in new ways, the website was created to assist all learners -- parents, teachers, and students alike, to acquire new digital skills and to harness their power.

Valuable information was gained in this course that will benefit me as a leader in educational technology.