My Progress and Plans! ^-^

Looking back on Phase 1 of IS101-3205, I succeeded in staying on top of my tasks and understanding the key topics in class. I adhered to my readings and actively participated, which improved my learning retention. However, I could have managed my time better, most notably reviewing material up to quiz times.

For future terms, I plan to adjust my studying habits by dedicating more time to practicing key ideas rather than reviewing notes alone. I will also pay closer attention to bonus quizzes, as they provide extra practice along with an opportunity to better my grade. 

The skill that stood out to me the most from Chapter 4 was Task 4.9.4: Word Theme & Style Facts. As someone who loves art and creativity, I found learning about themes, styles, and templates especially interesting because they allow you to bring a polished and cohesive look to a document. I’ve always felt confident working with basic formatting, but I realized that using styles and headings can elevate the overall design and readability of any document. Understanding how to apply and modify styles will help me save time and make my work more visually appealing and professional. Moving forward, I plan to focus on reviewing practice exercises and using tutorial videos or guides to deepen my understanding of how to effectively use Word’s style features.

To prepare for my MO-110 Word exam, I will:

• Review Course Material: Revisit lecture notes, practice exercises, and assigned readings.
• Complete practice tests that can easily be accessed to acclimatize myself to test format and time constraints.
• Use Online Tools: Learn using Microsoft Word tutorial resources and preparation courses to reinforce key skills.
• Hands-On Exercise: Exercise on Word files to ensure I can use my know-how effectively.
• Time management: Develop a study timeline to learn every exam subject before the test date thoroughly.

By following this process, I will be assured and thoroughly prepared to sit for the certification exam.

Success in every class is all about consistency, dedication, and flexibility. Whether it is IS101-3205 or any other subject, it is most important to remain active, use your time well, and make every learning experience count. And if you are pursuing a certification like MO-110, practice is key—don't merely memorize, but use what you learn!

About Me! 02/01/2025 - IS101-3025

Hello! My name is Skyla Jahanfar!

I am currently a student at CSN with sophomore standing, and I will be graduating in two semesters with an Associate of Applied Science in Business Management.

At the moment, I am on a semester break from my job at the CSN Help Desk, and I couldn't be more grateful for this opportunity to focus more on my classes and rekindle my hobbies, such as art, reading, and knitting!

Art has always been a significant part of my life, but so has technology. Over the years, my love for both has grown immensely, leading me to become an official digital artist. I currently take art commissions, bringing people's ideas to life with my talent and an iPad. Beyond art, I am also a dedicated gamer. I enjoy playing various types of video games, especially rhythm games and first-person shooters. My current favorite games are OSU, Valorant, and Marvel Rivals.

Another passion of mine is dance, specifically Color Guard. I was involved in Color Guard from 7th grade through my senior year of high school. Initially, I was part of the Lake Travis High School team in Austin, Texas. However, in 2020, my mom and I decided to move to Las Vegas, where I became the captain of the Palo Verde High School Color Guard team! One of my small dreams is to be part of a professional Color Guard team for WGI.

My first impression of IS101 was quite interesting. I applied for classes late in the Spring 2025 semester and originally hoped to take an online course. However, all online classes were full, so I had to enroll in an in-person class. While I was initially concerned about the commute, my first class with Professor Albert Wu showed me that attending in person might actually be more beneficial for my learning style.

In Discussion 2, I wrote about how learning email organization rules has helped me stay more organized. Previously, all my emails were cluttered in my inbox, making it difficult to find important messages, and I would often miss crucial emails. Creating rules and organizing my emails into different folders has made managing my inbox much easier. Now, I feel much more confident that I won't miss any important email!