Category: Students presentations

Ethan tightened his grip on the railing, the alpine wind stinging his cheeks. Below, the Alps unfurled in every direction, their snow-capped peaks catching the first light of dawn. He had wandered through hidden valleys, scaled rugged trails, and found solace beside pristine lakes. Each path offered a new perspective, each rest brought a moment of peace.

By a mountain lake, ripples broke the mirror-like surface, distorting the reflection of towering peaks. Pine trees swayed, their scent mingling with the crisp air. Stones underfoot guided his journey deeper into the wilderness. As night fell, stars shimmered in the still water, the horizon blurring where sky met earth.

With each passing day, departure loomed closer. Memories of grand summits and biting winds threatened to fade. A longing to preserve the mountain’s essence grew. His journal, filled with sketches and notes, seemed inadequate to capture the vastness before him.

On the final morning, the sunrise spilled pink and gold across the sky. Shadows shifted on the peaks as light transformed the landscape. Ethan inhaled deeply, etching the scene into his mind. The train’s whistle pierced the valley’s silence. Boarding quietly, he cast one last glance at the Alps bathed in morning light. Their majesty lingered within him. A soft smile touched his lips as he settled into his seat, the journal resting on his lap

I got “coursera“ a best PLE platform for continuous capacity building, for professionals and peoples like me. It will be my PLE from now and I will use it extensively to update myself.

Completing the Personal Branding course from Virginia University was a transformative experience, equipping me with invaluable skills to enhance my professional presence online. Key insights included strategies for crafting an authentic personal brand, selecting the right platforms based on audience and goals, and managing my reputation effectively to maintain credibility.

The course emphasized the importance of authenticity, consistency, and alignment with professional values. Now I understand how crucial it is to strategically manage my social media presence, particularly on LinkedIn, where I will consistently update my achievements, skills, and experiences.

This learning experience reshaped my perspective, turning personal branding from passive consideration into an active priority. Moving forward, I am committed to using digital platforms as tools to showcase my expertise, connect with relevant audiences, and enhance my professional identity authentically and purposefully.

So I am glad taking and completing this course in a very good manner.

Finally I warmly thank to Professor Justo García Navarro, for his active cooperation and organizing this course.

Here below is my DI plan. Please click the arrow and you will get it, Thank you!!!

The PowerPoint below outlines my current and envisioned Personal Learning Environment (PLE).
The slides focus on five key aspects:
1. Knowledge and Research Building: Tools and resources for enhancing knowledge and conducting research.
2. Storage and Sharing Purpose: Platforms used for storing and sharing information.
3. Document Organizing, Design, and Editing: Tools for managing, designing, and editing documents.
4. Communication and Collaboration: Platforms facilitating communication and teamwork.
5. Skill Development and Tutorials: Resources used for acquiring new skills and learning through tutorials.
The presentation compares the current PLE with the aspirations for a more advanced and efficient future PLE setup.

The U Theory presented in The Week profoundly reshaped my understanding of climate change and its urgency. The first session was both eye-opening and deeply unsettling, shedding light on harsh realities through stark facts and statistics. It predicted catastrophic consequences by 2050, where regions like Pakistan and India could face such extreme heat levels that mass migration would become inevitable. While initially disheartening, the second session provided a sense of cautious optimism, demonstrating that, with collective effort and the right measures, not only can we slow down climate change, but its impacts can potentially be reversed. The final session was a powerful call to action, stirring a deep sense of motivation within me. It inspired me to integrate climate action into my long-term goals, encouraging me to pursue meaningful work in sustainability and environmental regeneration as part of my vision for the next decade.

The ‘U week’ was a substantial experience for me giving me motivational sense of ‘it is possible’. It is known that the issue of climate change is in everyone’s mind. But the problem is most people don’t realize that the solution is also with them too; rather, expecting somebody elsewhere, either the government or an impact-full organizations to mitigate it. The 3-sessions of ‘week’ inspire me, and I got an experience that as an individual I have a responsibility to play a valuable-print to mitigate climate change and create a future with a sustainable environment. It gives me an insight into the fact that we can get a huge positive change toward these concerning issues only if the change starts from the ordinary person or individuals.

So, I understand we as an individual should be an “Ambassador” for the environment, in our day-to-day life as well as in our professional works and experiences. For that matter, I want to do something important in accordance with my profession. So,10 years from now I want to be an expert in designing projects for waste management and recycling cooperating with the manufacturing industries.

Reflecting on my experience in The Week, I feel that my path in the circular economy is coming into focus. The sessions provided more than insights into climate change; they guided me to think deeply about my motivations and what I truly want from my career. In 10 years, I see myself working on projects focused on using waste as a resource—not from a place of feeling like a hero but because I genuinely find it fascinating. The challenges involved in transforming waste into value capture my interest, and I’m excited by the prospect of bringing a circular mindset to every project I take on, even if reducing waste isn’t the main goal.

This journey has been a chance to connect with my inner compass. I’ve realized that what drives me is more than just the idea of sustainability—it’s the chance to keep learning, to collaborate with people who inspire me, and to apply my skills in new and creative ways. While I don’t know where this path will take me geographically, I hope to continue meeting people who share my commitment, expanding my knowledge, and finding innovative ways to help the circular economy thrive. Wherever I end up, I’m looking forward to using my skills to make a meaningful impact and contributing to a more sustainable world.

The U Week was an eye-opening experience, guiding us through three sessions focused on understanding the impact of our actions and those of large companies on climate change, food systems, and everyday lifestyles.

Taking part in these discussions gave me a clearer view of how I can make a difference within my field, especially in the context of sustainable materials. I hope that in 10 years I will be contributing to research on sustainable materials for energy applications, making meaningful progress toward innovative solutions in this area. While I am not expecting instant breakthroughs, I believe that each step forward in research has the potential to make a lasting impact. On a personal level, I also want to adopt a simpler lifestyle, focusing on the essentials and reducing my impact within a consumer-driven society.

Many thanks to Professor Ruth Carrasco for guiding us through this inspiring journey.

Watching #MiEmpleoMiFuturo videos has prompted me to reflect on my career path.

The first video emphasizes the importance of personal growth and goal-setting. Through this video, I’ve come to appreciate the need to continuously develop my skills and prepare for the future.

Given my interest in the circular economy and sustainable construction, such growth is essential. As the construction industry increasingly shifts towards environmentally friendly and sustainable practices, I aim to strengthen my expertise in this field and utilize the latest technologies to make a positive environmental impact.

The second video presents a positive approach to challenges and failures, highlighting the importance of accepting failure as part of the learning process. Watching this, I was reminded of the saying, “Failure is the mother of success.” I know that in my future career, as I explore new technologies and methods, there may be instances of failure. However, I am committed to using those experiences to develop better solutions. Introducing new concepts like the circular economy in the construction industry requires a learning process with multiple trials. Therefore, I aspire to be a professional who embraces setbacks as opportunities for growth and seeks creative, sustainable solutions.

These two videos have helped me redefine my vision for the future, reinforcing my belief that a spirit of challenge and continuous learning will be invaluable assets in my career.