the first image is a photo of our bean bag drop test and the second image is of our frisbee test.
Reflection
My role in this lab was to record the data we collected on the sheet. I was more of a leader throughout this because I guided my group members within their own focus areas and we worked very well as a team. The core competency I demonstrated through this was communication because both me and my partners communicated comfortably with each other. On top of that, we collaborated nicely by all working together even though we were working on different things within that one lab, such as one person timing, and the other dropping a beanbag or throwing a ball. One thing I can improve on is my creative thinking skills. This is because we didn’t really build off each other when working on the actual sheet to hand in. I can improve this by making specific tasks for a person to complete so we all get an equal amount of work.
What was something you learned that you didn’t know or consider before?
That CPR was very physically demanding and you actually have to push down deep and fast.
What is a key takeaway from the Theory or Practical CPR unit?
A key takeaway I have from the CPR unit was that I need to react fast and take control.
How does this unit connect to the nutrition unit learned previously?
It ties into the risk factor. One of the risk factors of heart disease is high cholesterol levels. This can be prevented/helped by maintaining a healthy diet.
Core Competency Reflection
Examples of where I communicated clearly and purposefully can be seen when we practiced on the CPR dummy’s. Me and my group made real life scenarios and acted them out for a better understanding of how real life situations would feel like.
One area of CPR in which I’d like to spend more time learning is how to help someone who is choking. We didn’t go in depth into this but someone having an obstructed airway is more common and is just as deadly.
One lesson that stimulated my thinking about the importance of CPR was the risk factor lesson. This is because its very eye opening to see just how easy it is to have a heart attack or fall unconscious, and how important it is to learn these skills so you could save a life.
When completing my Inquiry Project, I gained a better understanding of the motivations behind human betrayal. Exploring historical, literary, and psychological perspectives showed that betrayal is often based in vulnerability, ambition, or a need for self-preservation. This process taught me to think critically about how trust is both built and broken, as well as the consequences of such actions. It was also an opportunity to my work on my ability to connect abstract ideas with concrete examples, making my analysis more impactful. Overall, this project challenged me to view betrayal not as a simple act, but as a reflection of humanity’s inner struggles and desires.
I can examine and evaluate to improve my own work; evidence of that is during my inquiry project I looked over my work time and time again, constantly finding new ways to make it better until I was happy with it.
I gather and synthesize information to develop logical conclusions, such as when I was doing my research for my project and I gathered my information and came to a conclusion on the reasons behind betreyal.
I look for, develop and weigh different perspectives and pieces of evidence, as demonstrated by looking through different perspectives in history to find the true reasoning why people do what they do.
some of my career life goals are to graduate high school and go to UBC. I would like to pursue PhD in psychology and have as much experience and knowledge under my belt as possible. my goal overall is to make sure people struggling with mental health know that help is available, to make it widely accessible across everyone.
Core Competency Reflection
“I can reflect on my thinking” throughout the duration of this project, I had to reflect on my own thinking frequently so I could better learn the information I was taking in. I can relate new knowledge to what I already knew, and apply it in new situations.
“I work to inform myself about issues surrounding me” since this was a presentation about psychology, I had to look at statistics and better inform myself about the issues in peoples lives, and how people with the career I want to pursue would deal with these problems.
“Imagine and work towards change in myself and in the world” I really wanted to choose a career that would truly make a change in peoples lives and helping people work through their mental health troubles would make me feel fulfilled.
“I can tell what is important to me and I can explain my values” I get asked a lot about why I want to become a psychologist and if I would get tired hearing about peoples problems all day long. my answer is always the same, “healing people heals me.” I know that different people have different viewpoints and values, but when asked, I can always provide an answer.
one goal I have for myself going forward is to dive deeper then I already have into the causes and results of certain metal health issues so I know how to help the people around me who are struggling. my goal is to be that person people can go to, to make help attainable for everyone.
one statement I want to work towards is “I work to inform myself about the issues surrounding me.” our world is everchanging, constantly developing as we discover new things so I would like to be more informed about new psychological advancements and help being provided.
for this recipe, we had to watch a educational video which would give us tips and tricks for making our focaccia bread, so my group added this into our process of making it. since we used yeast in this recipe, we had to let it sit and also when we were mixing the bread we had to be careful and use the right techniques.
SHARING:
this recipe was shared between my partner and I because the two other people in our table group were away and it was so fluffy, crispy and tasty; there’s a reason why it’s my favorite recipe. we worked well in a partnership and also equally split the roles.
Core Competency Reflection
One of the ways I ensure my group is clear on the common purpose is to clearly communicate when the teacher gives us time to. another way I ensure this is double checking before we begin, and asking during the lab.
If there is disagreement within the group, I find it helpful to find common ground. this is shown when sometimes we have a recipe that has “optional” ingredients so if someone in the group doesn’t like that then we do the following: since we got to choose the spices we add on top of the focaccia bread then we find the ones we BOTH like, and add those on top.
I show that I value feedback from others in my group by listening to their opinions on the recipe and if we make something along the lines of that again, I put their feedback into the recipe to make it better.
When I need to work collaboratively with people I don’t know well, I will try and get to know them. I do this so communicating with them during our labs would be less awkward and more fun.
My Goal Going Forward
If the group is not productive, we can …. in order to get things moving in the right direction. sometimes, if I’m put into a group of people I love and enjoy being around, it will be the best group but then that group has the tendency to be off task. my goal would be to stay on task at all times.
the project I’m most proud of this time around is both of my embroidery projects. these projects highlighted my thinking core competency because this was the first time I’ve ever done something like this before and I needed to plan it out. during this project, I built upon other peoples ideas because all my inspiration came form other peoples pictures on Pinterest. I thoroughly enjoyed the process of independently making this project and I would definitely do it again.
Reflection Questions- Is violence justified during a revolution/protest?
A) How did the use of AI assist you in developing this project?
by giving me multiple answers to my question and giving me links so I knew all the sources were credible.
B) How did you ensure that the work you created was still your own , rather than just a product of AI?
I didn’t copy and paste the words straight from the AI generated paragraphs, but I looked through the article that was linked and I put it in my own words.
C) Did you agree with the position you had to argue? why or why not?
I agreed 50% before doing more research, but when I did more research on my position, I felt more confident in my answer and I agreed.
Core Competency Reflection
Thinking Core Competency:
During my debate, I engaged the thinking core competency by analyzing and evaluating the arguments presented, both for and against the topic. I gathered relevant information and structured my arguments to ensure impact. This process demonstrated my ability to think deeply about complex issues.
Communication Core Competency:
During the debate, I used communication skills by working closely with my partner and asking for help from the teacher when needed. I coordinated with my partner to align our arguments and strategies, and whenever we faced challenges, I communicated openly with my partner to find solutions and asked the teacher for clarification and advice to improve our approach.
For my textiles class project, I sewed a custom laptop case. I selected a fabric I liked, a fluffy layer, and a lining to make sure it looked clean. Throughout the project, I applied sewing techniques I had learned, including straight stitching, quilting, and inserting a zipper + using a zipper foot. This project not only improved my sewing skills but also allowed me to creatively express my personal style while producing something practical for everyday use. when I picked this project, I found a YouTube video online that helped me start the project but didn’t help in the slightest towards the middle, she was pointing to places I couldn’t see and was covering the entire thing with her hands it was a mess until I used paper instructions. those helped a whole lot and helped me but not to the extent where it was taking away the fun of figuring things out. something I had some difficulty with was the lining and how to properly place it but with help from the teacher I finally got it and did it the same way for the second time when I repeated the project. During my textiles project, I effectively used the communication and thinking core competencies. I communicated my design ideas clearly through sketches and discussions with the teacher, making sure my vision was understood.
(also for some reason its not allowing me to add a photo)
Throughout my time in this class, the one project we did that I am most proud of was the “movie” we made of our book. In the process of creating my PowerPoint “movie” based off the book “Caraval,” I actively engaged the thinking core competency. I analyzed the key themes, characters, and plot details of the book, making decisions on what elements to include along the way. Additionally, I employed creative thinking by exploring unique ways to present information, ensuring that my slides were not only information packed, but also visually engaging. This required me to make strategic choices about what iw as going to choose to add, highlighting the most important scenes of “Caraval.” Through this project, the thinking core competency helped me along the way, allowing me to show a deep understanding of the book while presenting it in a compelling and imaginative way.
In Argentina there is a festival called the Cosquin Folk Festival which is one of the most important musical festivals in Argentina. The festival lasts 9 days and takes place at the end of January. This festival has music bands, dance groups, performances of folk music, folkloric dances and singing and dancing along the Cosquin river.
Traditions in Serbia:
Every Serbian family celebrates their saint once a year. While many other families commemorate several Saints, Saint Nikola is the most celebrated among Serbs. The family’s eldest male member visits the church early on Saint Day and brings bread, a candle, a wheat cake, and red wine for the priest to bless.
Sports in Argentina:
one of the most popular sports in Argentina is football (soccer). It was introduced to Argentina by British immigrants and since then the country’s national men’s team has gone on to win 3 world cups.
Sports in Serbia:
football (soccer) is the most popular sport in Serbia, despite the national team’s less remarkable performances compared to other team sports. One distinctive feature of Serbian soccer is the rivalry between Red Star and Partizan, the two biggest clubs.
Landmarks in Argentina:
The “Cathedral of La Plata” is a very famous landmark in Argentina. It is the 58th tallest church in the world and and it was dedicated to the immaculate conception.
Landmarks in Serbia:
a famous landmark in Serbia is “The Temple Of Saint Sava” and it is a orthodox church located in Belgrade. It is the largest church in Serbia and a very popular attraction among tourists due to its history and magnificence.
Argentinian art:
the latest genre of Argentine art have been: new figurativism, pop art, new surrealism, hyperrealism, systems art, new abstract art, kinetic art, and ephemeral art.
Serbian art:
Serbian art mainly features various saints that are showcased in many Serb households and Serb churches. the medieval art includes Byzantine art, preserved in architecture, frescos and icons of the many Serbian Orthodox monasteries.
Would I want to visit Argentina:
If I had the money to, I would love to hop onto a flight and visit the beauty of Argentina. doing this project really showed me what Argentina has to offer, and I would love to see it all. If I did travel there, I would be most excited for the delicious food and for some of the gorgeous landscapes.
Core Competency Reflection
From the collaboration section, I chose that I could take on responsibilities and roles; I do my share. I demonstrated this when I sectioned the topics like special landmarks, money, countries geography etc. and chose who is going to do what. Me and my partner took on the roles and did our parts very well to create our poster and presentation.
I can also recognize different points of view and disagree respectfully because I understand that different people can have different opinions. it is necessary to collaborate on a group project and see through other peoples eyes to make your project the best it can be.
I also find it very easy to be a part of a group because I love to collaborate on ideas in general. doesn’t matter if its on projects or just regular classwork activities, I love to be a part of it.
I am kind to others and help them when they need it, although I haven’t gotten a chance to demonstrate this in this specific class. I know from past experiences that if someone is being excluded and/or doesn’t have a group, I would gladly take them into mine.
