Final blog post

 Slide one: 

“Throughout this course, one of the things I learned was how valuable shorter assignments can be. Instead of long papers, I had to focus on being specific but short, and It helped me learn by not having a huge workload of assignments.

The online format also made the process more interesting and entertaining. I had the chance to experiment with visual elements, formatting tools, and different styles of presenting information, which made each assignment feel more interactive and creative.

Overall, this experience taught me a lot about professionalism in writing. I learned how to structure my ideas in a clean, organized way and how to present my work . 

Slide 2:

One of the most impactful parts of this course was the EOTO assignments. Switching roles and letting us teach the class changed my way of learning by teaching others. Instead of just listening, we were responsible for sharing the material, which made the learning feel more active and collaborative.

Doing the research for these topics also made the information so much more engaging. Rather than reading a textbook chapter and trying to memorize facts, we had to read and learn about what we were gong to present, and decide how to explain it in a clear and interesting way. The involvement made the content more memorable and meaningful.

And finally, presenting our work helped us grow more comfortable speaking in front of others. Every presentation was a chance to practice our communication skills and learn how to share information confidently with an audience. 

Slide 3:

I appreciate how using AI in this class made us much more comfortable and familiar with new technology. Instead of treating AI as something complicated or intimidating, we had the chance to experiment with different tools and learn how they can support our work. This hands-on practice made AI feel a lot more approachable.

At the same time, using AI pushed us to think about the ethical side of it—like when it’s helpful and efficient to use, and when relying on our own ideas and analysis is more important. It made us more aware of issues like originality, accuracy, and academic honesty.

Another major benefit was the speed and accuracy that AI brought to the research process. It helped us gather sources faster, double-check information, and clarify concepts that might have been confusing. That combination of efficiency and reliability made our research stronger overall

Brown V. Board

 Segregation in public schools is one of the clearest examples of how the United States failed to live up to its promise of equality. When learning about Brown v. Board of Education, I realized that this case was not just about schools—it was about dignity, fairness, and justice. The Supreme Court ruled that segregation in public education violated the 14th Amendment, which guarantees equal protection under the law. Separating students by race went directly against that promise.

Brown v. Board 

Before Brown v. Board, segregation was defended by the ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson, which supported the idea of “separate but equal.” In reality, schools were separate but never equal. Black students were often forced to attend schools with broken windows, no heating, old textbooks, and overcrowded classrooms. White schools usually had better funding, safer buildings, and more resources. Calling this system “equal” ignored the lived experiences of Black students.

One of the most powerful parts of Brown v. Board is that it focused on the harm segregation caused to children’s dignity. The case began when Linda Brown was denied access to a school close to her home simply because she was Black. Instead, she had to attend a faraway school that offered fewer opportunities. The Court recognized that classifying citizens by race sent a message that some people were less valuable than others. That message alone caused deep harm.

Segregation also goes against moral and religious teachings. In Galatians 3:28, the Bible says, “for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” This verse supports the idea that all people are equal and deserving of respect. Segregation did the opposite by dividing people and denying equal treatment under the law.

Plessy v. Ferguson

At the time of Brown v. Board, some states, like South Carolina, argued that they spent a lot of money on Black schools. However, spending money did not fix the core issue. True justice cannot exist when people are separated based on race. Segregation was about control, not fairness.

Even after Brown v. Board in 1954 and the Civil Rights Act of 1964, racial inequality in schools did not disappear overnight. Sixty years after Plessy v. Ferguson, segregation was finally ruled unconstitutional, but the struggle continued. This case reminds us that America cannot move forward if it keeps clinging to the past. Progress only happens when the country chooses justice and protects the dignity of all people.

 AI disclaimer: After watching the trial teams present and taking notes, I used Co-Pilot to help form this article. I also added some of the facts pointed out by the teams.