I began this past week of classes as a nervous new college student. I already knew that I loved Appalachian State. I mean, with the breathtaking landscapes, beautiful weather, and welcoming atmosphere that radiates throughout the campus, what is not to like? However, I had no clue what my classes would be like. Would the teachers be nice? What would my classmates be like? Would the work be too demanding?
Luckily, those answers were given to me within my first day: Yes, the professors were extremely nice. My fellow students were awesome. No, the work is rather manageable. Although all of my courses seemed to cause these answers to my questions, my HON 1515 class, Dissecting the Internet, instantly stood out to me as a favorite.
Not only were these professors nice, they were unique and seemed truly dedicated and interested in helping us to explore today's technology. From the moment that they began class with stories about shooting guns or bows and arrows, I knew I would truly enjoy learning from them.
My classmates all seemed amazing as well. I feel like all of the students around me are as intrigued by the interesting topic we are exploring together as I am. I've enjoyed being able to discuss the readings we have already completed with them, and I hope for more open discussion in the classroom with them as we progress and become more comfortable around one another.
The work and subject matter of the class suits me really well. I find the things we have learned about the internet so far fascinating. I never before knew much about bits, decoding IP addresses, or the pings sent from a cellular phone to different telephone poles and cell phone providers to track a phones location. I feel that this class is going to provide me, unlike some other classes I have taken in high school, with information that I will truly need to know in the modern world. The internet and new technology are things that we deal with in our daily lives!
As far as suggestions go, I would really like to read more about whether the internet has made us a more or less intelligent society. Also, I would like to have some large discussions and debates in class where we can bring in research as well as our own opinions about certain subjects.
I am so looking forward to the upcoming ventures in this class!
Love,
Meghan
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