Digital humanities is a cultural gateway, expanding our knowledge and passions further than ever before. It is a world of unbeknownst connections. Analyzing, collaborating, and learning information can be done in innumerable ways, it is a system that works for every type of learner. Initially I struggled with this course, each project felt like a hurdle. I approached them academically, no differently than any other course I have taken. After several assignments, I realized my inability to think outside of the box. I felt lost when I was left to my own creative devices--to navigate and discover freely. I was rigid and wanted things laid out so I could fulfill every aspect of the assignment, nothing more, nothing less. The Digital Humanities does not allow that. Seldom do things go as expected and being supple is the key. It is a course of asking, not telling, and innovativeness is welcome. This course has taught me to be humble, ask for help, work with others, and to persevere until a solution is reached. Digital Humanities is about gain and expansion--of self and the collective.
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