Curricular Competencies Reflection:

I was able to show significance in my invention by giving reasons, that being the advantages of using/investing in my invention. I used several sources to prove my evidence (both primary AND secondary). I added pictures, gave reasonings, and was able to communicate these aspects in my work.

Core Competencies Reflection THINKING:

I use evidence to make judgements or decisions as demonstrated in this…while working on this project, my belief was that Oliver Winchester (inventor) was a great businessman, and I that judgement came from many pieces of evidence. As I researched on this inventor, I learned that he had many businesses before, and I was very surprised when I learned that he was not a gunmaker, yet he was the president of a gun company. I searched with more depth to see how one could do that, and I came to the result that he made deals with people with the needed skills. He worked with many skilled people, and they all felt comfortable working with him because he could handle and organize things in a pleasing manner.

Core Competencies Reflection PERSONAL SOCIAL:

Some of the things I do to stay mentally and physically healthy include…whenever I work/study, I end up sitting for many hours straight, which is terrible for my posture, eyesight, and body. I also tend to forget my needs, such as food and rest. While working on this project, I was able to create a work schedule, where I would work for thirty minutes, then take a 20 minutes break moving around, hydrating myself, going on a walk, and other pleasant things. I also set timers/alarms so I wouldn’t lose track of time, and not have to glance back at my clock every minute.