The holidays are over once again, and uni has begun for 2014. We kicked off the Networked Media subject on Monday afternoon with the one hour class and two hour workshop combined into one session.

The first two hours were spent learning about the course, and we began by focusing our attention on the course structure and desired outcomes. This was important because we were made aware of how the course would run.

We also looked over the assessments and what is involved in each of them. This was a valuable time because it allowed me to begin planning out the six-week semester, and helped me to start thinking and planning out the study time into the weeks ahead.

After the 15-minute break, we spent the next hour opening up our blogs and learning how to use them. This included tasks such as logging into my account, activating the spam filter, becoming familiar with the layout, and how to post blogs.

Overall, I found it quite an informative class. I was a bit worried to find out all the work that is involved in the course; however, the further we got into class, the more comfortable I got with the course requirements.

The intensive six-week course may be difficult at times, but with the right approach I think it will be alright. I feel that with good planning, the blogs and other tasks can all be completed in good time.