In this project we were tasked with creating a self portrait in desmos ( graphing calculator) using a multitude of functions. Beginning with the creation of the face I used mainly linear functions and two quadratic functions combined with limitations to create its structure. For the eyes I used an ellipse function for the shape of the eye itself, an ellipse inequality for the iris to give it a soft colour, and another ellipse for the pupil. For the eye brows i used linear and quadratic functions again. The nose was made up entirely of linear and ellipse functions making use of inequalities to get the shape I wanted. The mouth used similar linear and quadratic functions that were used on previous features. The ears I made entirely linear functions because I thought that rounded ears ended up looking weird in combination with the square shaped head. The hair had two main components; firstly, the outline which was made up of both linear and quadratic functions.Additionally, the curls of the hair which purpose was to make the hair appear more realistic and not like it was lego. I only used ellipse functions and had to make full use of the limitations to make the curls realistic.The final component of the the self portrait was the neck. I utilized a hyperbola function to create the neck. The neck was difficult because it was hard to find the balance of x and y without looking like a monster or an ostrich. I also used the colour creation capabilities of desmos for my pupils, nose, and ears. Lastly I found that inequalities are the most important thing in the creation of this self portrait. In conclusion this project greatly increased my knowledge and application of desmos, transformations, and functions.

There are many examples within the literature that illustrate the character of Mooch. Clearly, Mooch is altruistic human being. Firstly, Mooch cares for his friends a tremendous amount and would gladly look past anything they do because they mean that much to him. He even allowed his girlfriend to “beat him badly” displaying how his love for her is enough for him to still deeply care for her. In addition Mooch puts others necessities above his own. Mooch may take lots from his friends but is always there when it really matters. When Floyd was to drunk to take care of his daughter and Floyds wife was having a meltdown Mooch was “holding there daughter.” Mooch only wants what is best for others and when that is accomplished he is at his happiest. Lastly, Mooch is extremely kind. Even after the malicious beatings that he had been given as a child he would never raise his hand to another human being and would much rather take the beating then do it upon someone else. Mooch tells stories to his friends about how everyone is “connected and lives on inside of them.” He deliberately went out of his way to tell his heartfelt story to hopefully make his friend feel better for all the mistakes that he has done in the past. In conclusion it is evident from the recourses that I have provided that Mooch is indeed a altruistic human being and someone we should all live up to becoming.

One strategy or activity that stimulates my imagination is

Thinking back to past events brings up the emotions that I am looking to write about depending on the story I am currently writing. This helps stimulate my imagination and picture what it is that I want to write and how well it will fit into the story. This also helps with different subjects other then writing like math and science. It also helps with math and science because it allows me to deconstruct the questions which additionally helps with all subjects.

An example of where I built upon someone else’s ideas is

When my friend was telling me about different things that you could use during presentations. He explained that transitions would hold the attention of the watcher longer and keep them engaged. I took his idea a step further by adding different sounds that have to do with the slide at hand as well as different images and different interactive activities.

An example of something I have spent a lot of time learning about is

How to incorporate group members’ ideas into one project while still keeping the topic on point. I did this by using parts of ideas and conjoining them into one main point. This strategy only make projects better because it uses everyone’s strengths that helps compensate others weaknesses.