What was one of the greatest challenges you faced this semester? What did you learn from it?
I think that one of the greatest challenges I faced this semester was getting over my negative thoughts and persevering with acquiring something new. For example, I was very nervous having to present in font of the stream classes since all attention was on me. However, I was able to overcome this and I presented very easily and everyone was very attentive and supportive. I was anxious as well with trying the Cricut but I completed the project with confidence that it turned out great. I think from these examples a big thing that I learned is to not be afraid to start because the only worries are likely made up things by the brain that will not happen.
What was one big win you had this semester? What did you learn from it?
I believe that a big win I had this year was the process of my Cricut project. I am mostly very proud at the fact that I didn’t have any set backs or major issues. That was unexpected considering the amount of absolutely tiny and thin details. I suppose that luck was with me that day. Anyway, I was able to learn about technology that our school has to offer as well as stimulating future creative ideas.
What can I improve and/or accomplish this semester?
For the upcoming semester I think I can improve more with volunteering around the school. Since I do not have much time to go down and be in the wave, I could possibly let my teachers know that I can be a person to turn to when they are having certain issues. As well as making it clear to my peers that I am always open minded to help them or at least attempt to solve their problems while probably learning new stuff for myself too. Overall, I think that it would be important for me to get myself out there an not being shy when it comes to standing out when others are in need.
What is something you want to happen? Focusing on technology and school culture…what would you like to see take place in second semester.
Something that I would want to see happen is more involvement with the tech team around the school. By this I mean possibly more presentations or projects that include our whole Riverside community. I feel that the Tech Team is currently used to help others but I believe that we can expand so that more people could be apart of the Tech Team and feel comfortable creating personal projects outside of their comfort zone.
What is one think you would like to learn more about? Focusing on technology and school culture…what would you like to explore/implement second semester.
Something that I would like to learn more about is probably our schools 3D printers. After having experience with the Cricut I want to continue exploring other devices that our school has to offer. I’ve used the 3D printer once last year but not well enough to confidently use it on my own again. So I would appreciate a lesson and possibly a project to create something new and cool so I can continue to further enhance my future projects and knowledge.