Reflection This class was a journey. I had a great time preparing my project proposal. I have always been passionate about disability advocacy, and my project reflected my views on communication and education. I worked with people with disabilities in the past, and I always believed in the value of communication. Being able to communicate provides agency and the ability to learn. I believe in my project's potential because I trust my patrons and peers. I think the Elmhurst Public Library has its patrons' interests at heart, and I hope my proposal will be heard. Personally, though, it was a bumpy road towards the end of my proposal. Putting all of my ideas down was difficult at first. One aspect that I struggled with the most was the design portion of this project. Figuring out a timeline and a step-by-step plan was difficult for me, especially for a project I had just started. After receiving feedback from my peers and professor, I had to readjust my way of thinking. I...
My Process: When I first started this project, I had a passion for helping people with disabilities, but I wasn't sure how to apply that to this class. I want to be a librarian, and I wanted to know how I would use what I have learned in this classroom. After learning about different learning theories and different types of technology, I was excited about my proposal. Like with any proposal, my process had highs and lows. One aspect I was worried about was the financial costs and the lack of care for adults with disabilities. Adults with disabilities are an underrepresented population. My library was terrific, but I was concerned about pushback. Talking to the Inclusion Librarian eased my fears, and it was an overall exciting and positive experience. The worry about money, however, is still prevalent throughout my process. Despite the Elmhurst Public Library being well-funded, I'm hesitant to express my opinions because of the potential cost of my proposal. A th...