Advice
What worked for me: Taking notes while listening to the podcasts, watching the videos, and while rereading any of the excerpts that are assigned. TALK TO THE PROFESSOR! He is such a nice and understanding person. Let them know if you need help, message them on slack or email. Dr. Schmidt is FOR you, not against you.
This is what didn't, why, and what I would do differently: Trying to do everything last minute. It is important to plan out time for the classwork and completing assignments/posts because then you can fall behind very quickly and feel like you’re drowning. That is not fun!! Make a spreadsheet of what needs to be done, prioritize the work, and complete it with intention. I would do this as soon as I had access to the syllabus, but I didn’t know how this class would work.
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The advice I wish I had 10 weeks ago: treat any asynchronous course as if it is a job with deadlines for your boss (advice from my therapist! I found out I have ADHD this semester and thought I was just stubborn.) Prioritize the work and actually do it.
My favorite part of the class was actively learning and unlearning what I thought I knew. This class has really helped me become a more aware individual and has taught me so much. I also enjoyed talking to Dr. Schmidt! He’s the coolest, kindest, and most understanding professor I have had and I hope you enjoy your time with him.
Cherish this time in life where most of our only “jobs” are to LEARN. Be intentional and be kind to yourself and others. Kindness will always be more productive than hatred and exclusion. I hope you try your best and treat yourself (and people) with kindness.
