Quarter 1
Goals
My goal is to improve my writing and listening skills. I also hope that I will learn new words to widen my vocabulary and I also hope that I will learn new skills in public speaking. Another goal of mine is to improve in critical thinking and analyzing.
My goal is to improve my writing and listening skills. I also hope that I will learn new words to widen my vocabulary and I also hope that I will learn new skills in public speaking. Another goal of mine is to improve in critical thinking and analyzing.
Reflection
In quarter one of English, the main topic was propaganda. Before that, I also learned some rules and tips regarding the MLA format. I practiced my skills in it through the assignments and test given by the teacher. After that, I started learning about propaganda, which is the spreading of ideas, information or rumor to help or injure an organization, idea or person. I learned about the different forms of propaganda, such as glittering generalities, name calling and testimonial. I applied my knowledge of this by analyzing the type of propaganda used by various advertisements. Even though I struggled understanding it at first, I eventually did. We also had to create an essay about a propaganda that is done in a particular country. This was the major assignment of the quarter. I was interested in this topic because it was something new that I learned and I discovered the methods of how different brands persuade people to buy their product.
In quarter one of English, the main topic was propaganda. Before that, I also learned some rules and tips regarding the MLA format. I practiced my skills in it through the assignments and test given by the teacher. After that, I started learning about propaganda, which is the spreading of ideas, information or rumor to help or injure an organization, idea or person. I learned about the different forms of propaganda, such as glittering generalities, name calling and testimonial. I applied my knowledge of this by analyzing the type of propaganda used by various advertisements. Even though I struggled understanding it at first, I eventually did. We also had to create an essay about a propaganda that is done in a particular country. This was the major assignment of the quarter. I was interested in this topic because it was something new that I learned and I discovered the methods of how different brands persuade people to buy their product.
Sample Work - Research Paper
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Teacher's Assessment
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This is my best sample work because this is the major assignment of the quarter and I was able to achieve a satisfactory score. I was also able to incorporate all of the information I got about the propaganda into the essay.
I think that I was able to do well in creating the introduction, using the correct format of MLA citation, using the correct format of body paragraphs, creating a works cited page, meeting the word count, and having little errors in spelling/grammar. I was also able to order the information in a correct and logical way.
I can improve my essay by putting more effort into the thesis, create better transition sentences, make sure that there are no errors in the formatting and also improve my conclusion. This is shown through the scores in my rubric.
This sample work develops my understanding of the global context Personal and Cultural Expression because I was able to learn about the country of China including its ideas, nature, culture, beliefs and values. This is shown as a explored a specific aspect of China, which was communism. I learned about the Chinese communist propaganda done by the Chinese Communist Party. I learned about the methods used to spread the idea of communism, such as through interesting billboards, new ideas and ways of thinking and also relating it to China's culture and beliefs. Other than that, I also learned about its effectiveness.
I think that I was able to do well in creating the introduction, using the correct format of MLA citation, using the correct format of body paragraphs, creating a works cited page, meeting the word count, and having little errors in spelling/grammar. I was also able to order the information in a correct and logical way.
I can improve my essay by putting more effort into the thesis, create better transition sentences, make sure that there are no errors in the formatting and also improve my conclusion. This is shown through the scores in my rubric.
This sample work develops my understanding of the global context Personal and Cultural Expression because I was able to learn about the country of China including its ideas, nature, culture, beliefs and values. This is shown as a explored a specific aspect of China, which was communism. I learned about the Chinese communist propaganda done by the Chinese Communist Party. I learned about the methods used to spread the idea of communism, such as through interesting billboards, new ideas and ways of thinking and also relating it to China's culture and beliefs. Other than that, I also learned about its effectiveness.
Quarter 2
Goals
I hope that I can improve my grammar and also widen my vocabulary. I also hope that I can improve my skills in analyzing and thinking critically because this quarter, I will read a book entitled Banner in the Sky by James Ramsey Ullman. Other than that, I hope that I can improve my writing skills this quarter and also understand the book that I will be reading.
I hope that I can improve my grammar and also widen my vocabulary. I also hope that I can improve my skills in analyzing and thinking critically because this quarter, I will read a book entitled Banner in the Sky by James Ramsey Ullman. Other than that, I hope that I can improve my writing skills this quarter and also understand the book that I will be reading.
Reflection
In English this quarter, I read a book entitled Banner in the Sky by James Ramsey Ullman. The book was about a boy named Rudi Matt who dreams to climb a mountain but his dream is not supported by his family. His father was once a mountaineer but he died when trying to climb the same mountain. His mother and his uncle forces him to work in a hotel but he still tries to pursue his dream. Finally, a person named Captain Winter comes and the boy saves his life. Captain Winter is very supportive of Rudi’s dream and tries to persuade his uncle to allow him to climb mountains. After several problems and disagreements, his uncle finally allows him to climb the mountain and even though in the end he fails to reach the summit, Captain Winter still calls him as the conqueror of the Citadel. This is because instead of going up to the summit, he saved another climber’s life. This shows that he is a true mountaineer. Each week, I was assigned a job to do, such as discussion director and connector, which would then be presented in the week’s literature circle. In the literature circle, we will discuss about the events that happened in the week’s reading. There was also another major assignment in which I had to create a reflective essay about an argument that I had with another person. I chose an argument that I had with my family regarding my future career. Through that assignment, I learned that I should consider my family’s opinions because they have much more experience than me and are more knowledgeable. Overall, I was interested in the topics of this quarter because I learned how to view problems from other people’s perspective and I learned that sometimes, I may be wrong. I was also able to learn new skills in writing reflective essays. Other than that, I learned new words as I read the book.
In English this quarter, I read a book entitled Banner in the Sky by James Ramsey Ullman. The book was about a boy named Rudi Matt who dreams to climb a mountain but his dream is not supported by his family. His father was once a mountaineer but he died when trying to climb the same mountain. His mother and his uncle forces him to work in a hotel but he still tries to pursue his dream. Finally, a person named Captain Winter comes and the boy saves his life. Captain Winter is very supportive of Rudi’s dream and tries to persuade his uncle to allow him to climb mountains. After several problems and disagreements, his uncle finally allows him to climb the mountain and even though in the end he fails to reach the summit, Captain Winter still calls him as the conqueror of the Citadel. This is because instead of going up to the summit, he saved another climber’s life. This shows that he is a true mountaineer. Each week, I was assigned a job to do, such as discussion director and connector, which would then be presented in the week’s literature circle. In the literature circle, we will discuss about the events that happened in the week’s reading. There was also another major assignment in which I had to create a reflective essay about an argument that I had with another person. I chose an argument that I had with my family regarding my future career. Through that assignment, I learned that I should consider my family’s opinions because they have much more experience than me and are more knowledgeable. Overall, I was interested in the topics of this quarter because I learned how to view problems from other people’s perspective and I learned that sometimes, I may be wrong. I was also able to learn new skills in writing reflective essays. Other than that, I learned new words as I read the book.
Sample Work - Reflective Essay
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Teacher's Assessment
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Criterion C = 5/8
Criterion D = 5/8 |
This is my best sample work because it is the major assignment of the quarter. I got an average score even though creating reflective essays is one of the assignments that I usually struggle with. I reflected upon an argument that I had with my family and I learned a lot as I did this assignment. I was able to write my thoughts about the argument and also write about my family's point of view.
I think I did well in following the guidelines in creating the reflective essay and also incorporating the information. I also think that I developed the major episodes in detail and also sequenced the episodes in chronological order. I also did well in developing the composition and also creating appropriate paragraphs.
I can improve my essay by creating an introduction and a conclusion that is more interesting. I need to add more detail into the episodes and make sure that each episode has the same balance of detail and elaboration. I also need to add more depth into my essay and also use better words to enhance specificity. I also need to improve the order of my essay to be more logical and also create paragraphs that are more purposeful. I also need to be better in creating transitions between paragraphs and ideas.
This sample work develops my understanding of the global context Identities and Relationships because I explored the identities, values and ways of thinking of my family. I also improved my relationship with my family because I am now able to think from their perspective instead of only from my own perspective. I also learned what it means to be a considerate and understanding person though the assignments that I learned. This shows that I learned about social development, human nature, human dignity, moral reasoning, ethical judgement, consciousness, and mind.
I think I did well in following the guidelines in creating the reflective essay and also incorporating the information. I also think that I developed the major episodes in detail and also sequenced the episodes in chronological order. I also did well in developing the composition and also creating appropriate paragraphs.
I can improve my essay by creating an introduction and a conclusion that is more interesting. I need to add more detail into the episodes and make sure that each episode has the same balance of detail and elaboration. I also need to add more depth into my essay and also use better words to enhance specificity. I also need to improve the order of my essay to be more logical and also create paragraphs that are more purposeful. I also need to be better in creating transitions between paragraphs and ideas.
This sample work develops my understanding of the global context Identities and Relationships because I explored the identities, values and ways of thinking of my family. I also improved my relationship with my family because I am now able to think from their perspective instead of only from my own perspective. I also learned what it means to be a considerate and understanding person though the assignments that I learned. This shows that I learned about social development, human nature, human dignity, moral reasoning, ethical judgement, consciousness, and mind.