Friday, May 16, 2025

“More Than Just a Computer Class”

Hey everyone!

If you’ve made it to my blog thank you for being here! Whether you’re a fellow student, a future employer, a family member, or just someone curious, I hope this post gives you a little insight into my experience in IS101-3205 (Spring 2025) and the growth I’ve gone through over the semester.

To be completely honest, I came into this course thinking it would just be another tech class. You know, learn Word, learn Excel, move on. But this class ended up being so much more than that.

Taking this class in Spring 2025 has been one of the most valuable parts of my college journey so far. At first, I saw it as just a computer class something to check off the list. But as the weeks went by, I realized that IS101 was about so much more than just Microsoft Word and Excel. It taught me how to manage my digital presence, work more efficiently, and communicate with clarity.

Mr. Albert Wu thank you for holding us to high standards. Your feedback was always direct, detailed, and helpful. It was clear you cared not just about us passing the class, but about us actually learning and growing and to my classmates thanks for making the classroom feel like a supportive space. Even if we didn’t talk every day.

One of the biggest takeaways from this course was how to communicate clearly and effectively through Microsoft office tools. While learning Excel formulas and Word formatting was essential, Module 6.4.6 -Slide Design Tips in Phase3 stood out the most for me. It taught me how to craft presentations that are not just informative, but visually compelling. I learned how to balance images, text, color, and space to capture attention without overwhelming the viewer.This lesson stuck with me because good design reflects clear thinking
and now I feel more confident creating presentations that actually make an impact.

If there's one thing I hope visitors to this blog remember about me, it's that I don't give up. Balancing school, work, and life hasn’t been easy. I didn’t always hit every deadline, but I showed up, pushed through, and caught up. I’m proud of how far I’ve come and excited about where I’m headed.

Thanks for reading, and thank you to (IS101-3205) and Professor Wu for giving me skills I’ll carry into every future opportunity.

11 comments:

  1. Hey Bezhan, managing school, work, and life is definitely difficult but I’m glad you made it to the end. I really enjoyed your presentation on F1. It was very informative, especially for someone who didn’t know much about it. Congrats on finishing strong!

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  2. Hi Bezhan! It was great getting to know you, especially since we sat next to each other for most of the semester. I can tell you have a bright future ahead of you in your career path. I really enjoyed your improved slideshow presentation on Formula 1. It even inspired me to watch the highlights from the 2021 Abu Dhabi race! I can definitely vouch that it was a suspenseful and dramatic finish. Now I’m actually curious to watch a full race thanks to your presentation.

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  3. Hey Bezhan, your presentation about the process of how Microchips are made was fascinating. I was also looking forward to your improved presentation about Formula 1 because I enjoy watching it and I am a big fan of it, but unfortunately, I had to miss it. Good luck with all your future pursuits!

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  4. Hii Bezhan! I absolutely loved how inquisitive you are! I honestly really appreciated all the questions you would ask, cause sometimes it would be questions I would have too. I found your F1 presentation interesting because I never really understood it until now! Sometimes, balancing life out isn't as easy as one hopes, but showing up is a great way to start and keep going! Best of luck with your future endeavors!

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  5. I believed this was going to be a simple class, just as you explained, with just learning Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, but it was so much more, and I enjoyed every minute of it due to the multiple challenges we’ve encountered while in this course from bonus quizzes to A6 and A7 assignments.

    Congratulations on making it to the end. We all deserve a pat on the back for making it this far and not giving up! The skills we learned here will apply to the real world, and we couldn’t have been so blessed to have a great professor guide us through the course.

    Wishing the best of luck and never give up!

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  6. Hi Bezhan! It was great to see your growth in the class and the difference in your two slideshows presentations! Its nice to see how valuable this class was to all of us and that we are all taking skills to use in our everyday lives. Good luck to you in your future semesters!

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  7. It was a pleasure meeting you and getting to be your classmate this course. Good luck on your future endeavors and I wish you success in all you do.

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  8. This class was way more than just learning Word and Excel. It actually challenged us to think differently and work smarter. Props to you for sticking with it even when things got tough. Loved what you said about not giving up. Congrats on all your growth this semester!

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  9. It was awesome meeting you Bezhan and I am so happy you had so much growth in class!

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  10. Hi it was nice meeting you! You have a very upbeat personality! Stay awesome!

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  11. Hey Bezhan,

    I really enjoyed reading your final blog post! It's impressive how you've transformed your perspective on IS101 from just another tech class to a pivotal part of your college journey. Your dedication to mastering tools like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, especially the insights from Module 6.4.6 on Slide Design Tips, showcases your commitment to effective communication.

    Balancing school, work, and life is no small feat, and your perseverance is truly commendable. Your Formula 1 presentation was not only informative but also engaging, reflecting your ability to apply what you've learned in a meaningful way.

    Wishing you continued success! ^-^

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