Final Comments on My Overall Experience in NM2208 Course

Well, I have finally come to the end of the journey in my second CNM design module (my first was NM2217 - Creating Interactive Media). It has been a good learning experience for me that I hope will prepare me in good stead for future design modules or projects. Besides learning about the technical aspects such as how to use software such as Photoshop and Freehand, I have learnt other "softer" skills as well, such as creativity, the correct application of concepts, working effectively with others and taking other people's criticism of my work in good faith to help me further improve.

The fact that we have to keep a learning journal is also a refreshing experience for me, because most other modules do not have something similar. I suppose that actually penning (or typing) our thought processes can be more helpful to ourselves and others than keeping them to yourself because there is always much to learn and reflect on by reading about past experiences.

Although many of the things we had to do in this module was time- and even money-consuming, I am sure all of us have taken away something useful which could help us as future NM majors or designers, as well as generally being armed with the necessary skills to survive in a media-intensive society where forms of visual communication such as advertisements are a key component in marketing, advertising, championing social causes etc. whose messages we are in a better position to decipher and interpret accurately than others who have not taken this course.

Last but not least, I would like to thank Mr Reddy, the tutors Ms Siti and Ms Swati, my fellow coursemates and any others who have made my experience in taking this module an unforgettable one.