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Trillium: Poetry In Voice Reflection

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My Poem

Curricular Competency Reflection

I chose my poem from the “Poetry In Voice” website. I ensured that the poem was a minimum of 25 lines, as well as making sure the lines were not too long. This helped me be able to memorize each line as they were shorter. When I looked at the actual content of the poem, I eliminated any poems which had use of many complex words. By making sure the bulk of my poem had more commonly used words, it helped me be able to memorize each line as they were less intricate.

Some in class activities that helped me prepare to present my poem is daily reciting to partner as well as reading it over and over. Although both strategies didn’t help me learn new lines, it did reinforce my memorization of the lines i had already learned previously.

Another strategy I employed outside of those taught in class to prepare for presenting this poem was writing it out. I wrote the poem out by hand over and over, each time adding a new line. This helped me learn new lines as well as reinforce my knowledge of lines I memorized.

Completing the paragraph write about my poem helped me present my poem by gaining a deeper understanding of the poem. Looking into each line of the poem I was able to better understand the meaning that the poet may be trying to portray. This process allowed me to express a more accurate representation/emotion of the poems meaning.

Core Competency Reflection

Critical and Reflective Thinking Prompts: I can contribute to and work with criteria to improve my own work; evidence of that is practicing my poem by reciting it to my partner during class. Each time I practiced, I worked towards being able to recite the poem without any prompts or ques.

Personal Awareness and Responsibility: When I need to boost my mood or refocus, I take a break from the assignment I am working on. I can do this by drinking water, eating a snack, going for a walk or spending time with my dog. I appreciate feedback on my work done in class or homework, so that I can learn from my mistakes and do better for next time. I prefer it comes in the form of where I went wrong and what I could do for next time to improve.

The Marrow Thieves: Personal Connection Piece

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My Movie

Curricular Competency Reflection

My journals support my preparation for my final assessment by allowing me to remember some key ideas from the beginning of the novel, that I otherwise wouldn’t have been able to recall.

My graphic organizer helped me connect my novel to the subthemes by being able to organize all my thoughts. I was able to put my thoughts and mental notes about the book onto the page, so that I would not forget. I could visually see what information I knew and what info I should research a little deeper in.

Participating in the circle discussion helped me formulate my ideas for the essay write because I was able to experience different perspectives of viewing the book.

Application of all 3 strategies allowed me to get a better understanding of the varying aspects in the book.

I chose what I would do to create my personal connection piece by first considering all of the options, and deciding on the option where I could best relate to myself. I chose to do a small comic that highlighted some of the different scenes in the book which all had the underlying theme of ‘Loss/loss of culture’.

Core Competency Reflection

When I need to boost my mood or refocus, I like to ‘reset’ my mind/space. To reset my mind, I put away distractions (phone), drink water, wash my face with cold water, or go for a brief walk. To reset my work space, I tidy my desk so there is more room, pick up things off my floor and open a window for some fresh air.

Examples of where I communicate clearly and purposefully can be seen in emails and class. An example of when I do this is if I know I will be away in the future, I will email my teacher letting them know and keeping the message simple. In class I communicate to my teachers purposefully when I am unclear on a certain instruction or homework. I ask them my question while keeping it short and simple.

In discussions and conversations, I help to build and extend understanding by asking questions to peers. Doing this can further understanding not just for myself but the surrounding people listening. When I or another person does this, it can open a new area for understanding of a certain topic, that could’ve gone unnoticed. New ideas in the conversation can possibly spark more new ideas.