Reflection
Grading my final product
Reflecting on the knowledge and my interest in the topic
- After working on the personal project, I can say that the months of work and hours spent on making the website are evident. The aim to create a successful website on naturopathy that functions, looks, and informs effectively is evident in the final website. Many things I have learned during the making of the website, such as ways to meet the demands of target audiences, appealing design and functionality of the website, and effective ways of sourcing information through many forms of media. The most important way which is used to critique the website is the use of a criteria table. In general, I think my website is around 6-7. My website uses various forms of communication in hopes of gaining the interest of target audiences. My website is also simple and is effective in the functionality category. The website consists of a general and appealing design that also is professional and relays a perfect amount of information and images. The second surveys provides evidence as to how the age range (10-24) liked the website
- One of my website's main weaknesses would be the blog system, a form of communication in which I would make multiple articles about relevant things happening in the naturopathy community. Because of lack of information, some of the blogs may not have enough information. Another weakness in the website would be the interviews. In general, there may have been too few interviews with people in the field.
Reflecting on the knowledge and my interest in the topic
- The project has extended my knowledge on the topic of naturopathy. Furthermore, it has also boosted my interest in medicine and the use of different alternative therapies. I have had a little experience with the topic, as I have participated in many activities in the naturopathy community. But the personal project has definitely amplified and extended my knowledge. The project has really changed my perspectives on different things. Information that I have gained from the project also altered the way I apply it to my daily life. An example that I have implemented in my daily life include "Kadha" and "Jal Neti." During the Covid-19 Pandemic, it was very important to bolster one's immunity, which is why a naturopathic remedy known as Kadha was introduced. Kadha consists of many essential herbs and ayurvedic medications, and this has been suggested by many individuals in the naturopathy field. There is also a news article regarding how Kadha helped fight Covid. The second implementation was Jal Nethis which is a nasal irrigation exercise, the use of this exercise can clear the sinuses and other mucus related problems. Another naturopathic suggestion includes consumption of foods with good vitamins in controlled amounts. I learned the different positive impacts naturopathy has against different diseases and many examples and testimonials proving it.