The document summarizes the top ten things the author learned in their public relations class. They learned how to design effective brochures, flyers, letterheads and business cards. They also learned how to use InDesign and blog, add photos to blogs, and become a better public speaker. Through the class they gained an appreciation for publications and the work that goes into design.

1. Top Ten Things I Learned about public relationsBy Sara DavisPRCA 3339

2. #1. How to design an effective brochureI learned how to use contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity to create a brochure that will appeal to my client’s public.

3. #2. How to use indesignI learned how to use InDesign. Before this class, I had never used InDesign. I think it is a great way to design publications.

4. #3. How to design a letterheadI learned how to design a letterhead that my client can use. I learned that letterheads need to be simple and appealing.

5. #4. How to design a business cardI did not realize that designing a business card could be so challenging. It needs to have the necessary information with an appealing design.

6. #5. How to blog I had used wordpress before this class, but I was unaware that blogging can be a great way to share your work and opinions.

7. #6. PhotographyAfter taking “The Language of the Image” online course, I learned that photography is an extremely important part of PR. Photographs can make or break a publication.

8. #7. How to add pictures to a blogI knew how to write on a blog, but in PRCA 3339 I learned how to add pictures to my blog.

9. #8. How to Be a better public speakerI am always extremely nervous when speaking in front of people. However, this class helped me become more confident.

10. #9. How to design a flyerI did not realize that designing flyers is extremely complicated. Since this class I notice flyers all over town that should be re-designed. This class helped me learn how to design clear, appealing flyers.

11. 10. To appreciate publicationsBefore taking PRCA 3339, I did not realize all the work that goes into designing brochures, flyers, letterheads etc. Now I appreciate the publications I see around me everyday. I really learned a lot in this class.