Sensor Project: Helpful or Harmful

   The recent project on using TI SensorTags has been helpful to me, in learning about data collection and visualization. I thought that the setup of the activity was well planned and the assignments helped further the learning process. I learned about writing scientific research papers and I get more comfortable with photo shop every time we use it. I also thought that the tips on the Microsoft Excel program were very helpful and allowed for easier data visualization. I think the most challenging part was coming up with a good experiment that the SensorTag can test, and also the SensorTag itself. The trouble with the SensorTag probably stems from using it for the first time and experiencing a lack of understanding. So, it might be best to have a back up solution or method of collecting data. I also believe that the original amount of time given to us was way too short. I was relieved when it was pushed back because the project is extensive, and a decent amount of time is needed for completion. Overall though I feel that the project allowed us to learn more because we were actually doing things and not just being lectured.