Setting goals for yourself is a crucial step. Acknowledging why you’re taking the course allows you to think critically about each lesson and focus on your individual objectives within the lesson’s learning objectives. What do you hope to get out of this class? Take some time to really consider why you’ve decided to join - it will help keep you motivated and engaged throughout the year. 

In your learning journals, you will find a space to write down your goal, as well as identifying a photo you’ve taken in the past that you’re proud of. With the photo, it’s very possible that you aren’t sure why you like it. Take some time to really look at it. Is it a memory that makes you smile? Do the colors just work for you? Maybe it just “looks cool.” Write all that down. All reasons are worth noting. We’ll look back on these goals midway through the year, and again at the end. The learning journal will help you to track this progress.

With that goal in mind, you are set up for success - see you in 2025!