Evaluation

1.  What skills have you developed through this module and how effectively do you think you have applied them?

During this module, I focused hugely on developing my skills in writing academically, and really felt like I was able to explore my subject in a professional and structured approach. I also developed knowledge of how to Harvard reference, which I feel will really aid my research process in future projects. I have also continued working on using the Cintiq, which I felt would be an appropriate tool for my visual diagram. After recent successes with this platform, I really wanted to capitalise on it and develop a greater skill set.

2. What approaches to/methods of research have you developed and how have they informed your practical outcomes?

More so than other modules, I have really submerged myself in my chosen subject, referencing relevant publications and other appropriate media platforms, for example YouTube videos and online blogs. I have made great use of Google Scholar, which has also really helped me in terms of broadening my knowledge. In terms of practical work, I used my sketchbook to create speculative drawings to make sense of my subject. Although I do not feel I totally exhausted this process, I created some interesting outcomes to use in my Pecha Kucha to help illustrate my opinions and views.

3. What strengths can you identify in your work and how have/will you capitalise on these?

In the written element on the module, I felt that I was able to successfully structure my essay to convey a well-considered argument, something that I have struggled with in the past. Once again I felt that my visual diagram was a success in terms of visual quality, despite a slight lack of research.

4. What weaknesses can you identify in your work and how will you address these in the future?

The main weakness of submission, I feel, is my blog. Due to the long-winded nature of this module, I found it quite difficult to maintain a consistent input to my COP blog and to stay invested in my chosen subject. Also because of my idea change part way through the module, I feel that my blog looks inconsistent and doesn’t reflect my true progress.

5. Identify five things that you feel will benefit you during next years Context of Practice module?

-       The ability to Harvard Reference successfully. -       Develop skills using appropriate academic sources for research. -       Using sources other than just written publications to aid my essay. -  Understanding the process of the COP module as a whole. - How to use drawing as a speculative tool. -