Remember, this class is about analyzing and questioning concepts, not about accepting a concept as a given and moving on to the next one.

Instructions
The best way for me to understand complex systems and material is to keep a journal of the articles I read and lectures I attend. I record the basic points of the authors, my thoughts on these points, and questions or issues I may have with what an author or lecturer stated.
This exercise may benefit many of you, as well. Remember, this class is about analyzing and questioning concepts, not about accepting a concept as a given and moving on to the next one. A journal may help you analyze what you learned; record questions you have; and increase your understanding of the material. In addition, a journal helps you reflect on how articles/course material fits into the overall course objectives.
To keep a journal, all you have to do is take notes while you are reading and reviewing the course material. For this class, you are expected to make a journal entry weekly.
Journal entries must briefly summarize all of the class material for the module.
Journal entries must also include your thoughts about the module material. For example: What did you find interesting, agree with, not understand, find challenging, disagree with, want to know more about?