I am not making any changes to my project. Below is the timeline from my Q1 post for the months of January-March:
January: -start to work on written piece or website/social media platform (which would include learning how to manage a technology-based platform such as this) -OR identify a specific subject that I would like to improve and draft program/course -ask for feedback/post update on i2 blog February: -formally interview one of my connections to integrate their opinions (which may include compiling a video to post) -OR test program/course on students at my old grammar school? (if available) -ask for feedback/post update on i2 blog March: -continue experimenting program and analyze data (post data analysis in some sort of compilation, such as a blog post or video) -OR finalize draft (of website, social media, written piece) for peer review -ask for feedback I have started working on creating a website and have discussed my project with one of my former grammar school's staff members, Mrs. Hovatter, who is also a reading specialist. In the classroom, she pulls small groups aside while another teacher takes over the general reading class. In these small groups, she focuses in on individual reading needs. As I was gaining expertise from her, I was trying to come up with a practical way of putting that knowledge into practice. So, my project went down a slightly different path. Instead of creating and testing a program at my old grammar school, I decided to record some audio files of the history textbooks my grammar school was using. I know that audio really helps children comprehend better what they're reading, especially kids with dyslexia. Plus, I knew that I had materials readily available for me to at least experiment with the project and see how it goes. (I have experience making short documentaries, so I already know how to work with audio editing, etc.) HERE is a sneak peak of what I've been doing. I hope to maybe finish a textbook by the end of the year for my old grammar school to be able to use. Reviews: Callie Boskin (2017): I'm glad Callie was able to recognize that she wasn't really enjoying her project and decided to switch to something she would enjoy. That's quite admirable, and it looks like this project, because it's actually a "live" project with real people participating, will be something that keeps her busy and productive, and the team can achieve great things. SignUpGenius and/or Survey Monkey are great online forms for group activities if that would be at all relevant to VEX. Good luck with that cabinet... Chloe Jenniches (2019): Chloe, your project sounds extremely interesting and creative. Though it's not commonly recognized as a serious issue in San Francisco, I definitely agree that taking care of our bees is extremely important for our environment. Great idea making a Zotero account! Maybe you could go into more depth on your blog post about what exactly the issue with bees is today? Others will want that clarified before you show them your 3D model. Charlie Lewkowitz (2019): Your prototype is looking good! I appreciate your honesty about the progress of your project as well. I know that I have also struggled with staying on top of it- but you're doing great! I would recommend talking with someone who does that kind of engineering who could possibly help you. Or maybe even someone who just enjoys working with tools and materials? Getting some adult expertise might be beneficial. Otherwise, your project looks great.
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