This is a navy blue off-the-shoulder hoodie I made. Throughout the process, the core competency I demonstrated was collaboration. My friend was also making a hoodie, and we worked together to guide and support each other. Whenever she faced challenges, I helped her, and vice versa. During this experience, I learned many new skills and would definitely try making another hoodie in the future. I feel that I completed it in a reasonable amount of time and am proud of the final result
A titration is a lab technique used to determine the concentration of a substance in a solution. In this lab, we used titrations to find out how much base was needed to neutralize an acid, which was HCl in our lab. To do this, we added a few drops of phenolphthalein, to the acid. The goal was to reach a very light pink colour, that shows for about 30 seconds. We knew the endpoint was close then the pink colour started to last longer. This Is when we started to use the technique of single and half drops, leading us with a more accurate result. After getting a good titration we calculated the Molarity of HCl, which was 0.136M, with an uncertainty of 0.7%.
Core Competency Reflection
I demonstrated communication skills with my partner throughout Lab 20c. We worked together to decide which step each of us would take, and we also discussed where we needed help from one another. A great example I can think of is, when it came to getting the pipette accuracy just right, we agreed that I should do that part of the lab, since I found it easier. While my partner was better at achieving accuracy when it came to the single and half drops. Because of our clear communication, we were able to complete two titrations with an average difference of only 0.01%. Another example, was when determining whether the titration had reached the correct colour. It was really enjoyable watching the bright pink colour change into a faint pink. We both felt a sense of accomplishment when the titration reached the perfect faint pink. Communication was a big factor with each other, that made this lab achievable and accurate.
I appreciate feedback on my work during and after I have handed in assignments. Feedback helps me to develop and receive a higher grade the next time. When I don’t perform my best on a project, I often find it difficult to accept critique, but in the end, it improves my work moving forward. Feedback also boosts motivation and confidence because it lets you know when you’re on the right track
When I need to boost my mood or re- focus,I pause for a moment to assess, take a short rest, and then resume working. Whenever I become distracted while working, I’m frequently stressed out or tired. In that situation, I might take a brief break to check my phone or eat a small snack before attempting to re focus
Some of the ways I work to build and maintain relationships are communication. When your on the same page as people your relationship is better and even fun. As well as helping others because you can both learn and help each other.
An example of something I have spent a lot of time learning about is Trigonometry. At first it was a little difficult to understand the concept of it but that more we learnt it the easier trig got.
Example of where I have communicated clearly and purposefully can be seen in group or partner work. I work a lot with my friend at my desk and we communicate a lot which makes the class a lot easier.
My strengths and abilities while writing and preforming my script where being able to work efficiently with my partner. We had fun as well and got everything done. I pitched in a lot of ideas about planning the skit out and our accent was slightly difficult to learn but I was willing to have fun with it.
What would you improve next time?
During the play I missed 2 lines. my partner improvised and made the play flow. I would make sure I have fully memorized the lines.
Some of my preferred strategies for maintaining a healthy, balanced online presence include turning off social media when tired or stressed. When feeling like that, scrolling on social media is not the best thing to do so having boundaries or acknowledging when to turn it off are important. Another strategy that helps me is that I like to live in the moment. When I go out and go somewhere pretty and scenic, I like to tag the location of my picture. But instead, I can admire the view without taking a photo and just take it all in.
Some of the ways I work to build and maintain online relationships are I try to stay connected regularly. I have family in England, and I can message them more often to keep in touch and check on each other. Also, I can be more understanding that people reply at various times and may have other things going on. By do not that it can help me stay more connected and pick off where we left for the next time we meet.
My online support network is helpful to me because they do so many things for me/to me, from making me happy and laugh to listening and offering advice. My friends and family are my main network and I know I can trust them and rely on them. They could be close by digitally or in a different country, but I know they will support me, help me, cheer me up if I am feeling down and guide me if I need it.
I Demonstrated this Core Competency by working in a group to brainstorm and write this paragraph. Our group collectively brainstormed the answers to the comprehension. I think we all worked well together. It was the first time I really conversed with those class friends and I enjoyed working with them. We all participated and stayed on task which helped me write the paragraph after. One thing a had a hard time with was how to get my paragraph started, however, once I stated to write, it started to flow together. I would like to get better on witting more paragraphs. I enjoy writing but I don’t always know how to get it started.
