On Course Journal Entry

Dick Gregory, The Memoir of Dick Gregory by. Dick Gregory, Slavery by Another Name by. Douglas A. Blackman, The Autobiography of Malcolm X by. Alex Haley, and Stolen Legacy just to name a few. I also watched documentaries Hidden Colors 1-3 and Dark Girls. I also studied a couple m intentionums, the most recent creation the one in contribute of Martin Luther King and Accelerator Scott King in Atlanta. I talked amongst other individuals who were interested in the topic, as well. B. What do you do to learn the Information or skills needed to learn this? I read more than anything else.I was so intrigued by what I was reading and how it all was so connected to modern day hostelry I just continued to read and make notes mostly. C. What did else do you do to learn this? I spoke to other people who were also interested In the topic and we all sh ard our new strand knowledge to expand the wisdom we were digesting. I looked at some African pictures and old news articles. I also, consumed In formation off the Internet. The more I learn the more I realize thither is so much connected to present day activities. So, I still to this day study this topic. D.How often do you engage in learning this? I honestly engaged in this study every day. I have a whole collection of books pertaining to the subject, sometimes I think so many books so little time. E. When you engaged in learning this, how considerable did you usually spend? My studies were constant. Im talking at least 6 to 7 hours out of the day usually. That was before school started of course, now its more so 2 to 3 hours every other day. F. What feedback did you usance to determine how well you learned this? When I enlightenment. They were quite fascinated with my learning in such short stoppage of time.Some people didnt believe me, but those are the closed minded individuals who are content with what they were taught in the American education system about their ancestors Just being nothing more than slaves. G. How did you feel when you engaged in learning this? At first I was filled with anger and disappointment. Then, I found balance in it as I do in everything. Know Im actually glad that they chose us. I feel so alive, empowered, conscious, and mindful now, the list can go on and on. Just so many emotions So many volumes of life have taken over me that I have a totally new found perception.H. What are the rewards for learning this? There are an astonishing deal of rewards in regard to this lesson, including knowledge of self being my number 1 gain. I got close-set(prenominal) to myself and my spirituality, discovered my destiny in the mist of it all by coming into visualization of what I insufficiency to do with my life. I can go on in a large(p) abundance on what this topic has taught me and brought forth into my life. I can truly say I am grateful for the obtain and I wish to enlighten others so they come into realization of who they are and what they mean to America. Part 3.By readin g and piece about learning, I have relearned that if you want to know and/ or understand something it takes hard work and dedication. I allow use this knowledge to maximize my learning in college by taking great pride in my work. When I stepped on the campus of Eastern Florida College to enroll I knew I was ready and by any means necessary I will stay motivated. I wish to understand everything that is being taught to me. I am a very active learner so a lot is already hitting home. I now when things do decide to get tough I will seek greater explanation of the topic.I was informed there are tutors. There are plenty of methods I can take to absorb information. My most dominant styles of learning are logical learning I select using logic, reasoning, and systems. And Solitary(interpersonal) self-study learning. I also like sound such as aural learning sometimes to remember certain things. These are styles I use when I am working on school lessons. There are other styles I prefer when it comes to labor or something else. I enjoy writing things down a lot. I see theirs is a lot of work in college.Im not sure if its due to the classes being 8 weeks or f its always like this, but it seems it can get a little intense if youre not organized or focused. I have a enrolment around my lesson and I still find the time to get all of my work done with no distractions. So, honestly when it comes to learning I think it depends on the individual and how bad they want their education. I know what I am her for, I am willing to take every calculated step in order for me to absorb the information. And again, I am not interested in taking in information Just to take a test. Im not here to regurgitate informationIm trying to fully understand everything Hess teachers are supposed to be teaching me. Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world. It sure didnt surprise me when we were asked, if we won the lottery would we still be interested in coming to college ? Students were more interested in the phantasy of having money. Fortunately, I am not motivated by money. I wish to make a difference in the world thats my motivation. Making a separate society for my son and the other generations to come. I have great desire to touch every life around me, like Vive been doing since birth.