In unit 8 I learned how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and mixed numbers. I also had to apply the skill of renaming and reducing fractions. Part A was summative because we have learned this and had opportunities to show our learning before the test. Part B is formative because we are still learning these skills.
The open response problem required me to think critically and explain my thinking. The problem asked me to apply the skills in a multi-step problem. I also had to solve the problem in more than one way. The main focus of the open response is explaining and showing my work.
What I’m proud of on this assignment?
I’m proud of my learning. And also of my thoughts.
Reflecting back on my work, what could I improve?
I could improve on my grade, and also on my attention.
My goal for the remainder of the year is to ...
Pay more attention while I’m doing my test. Study more for the test.
REFLECTION #2: Science--Invention Convention
What did I learn from this assignment?
The invention project was a month long project that started with an idea to solve a problem. During the process I thought of a solution, designed the invention, tested the invention, documented the process, and finally presented to a panel of judges. My invention had to fit within the theme of “Reduce, Reuse, or Recycle”.
What are you proud of on this assignment?
I’m proud of what I invented. I’m also proud of my presentation, and also of my board. And of course… of grade.
Reflecting back on your work, what could you improve?
I could improve by, trying to use more recycled materials.
My goal for the remainder of the year is to ...
To recycle. Also to do more inventions, or reuse some materials and make cool things, even if it’s not for Invention Convention.
REFLECTION #3: Literature Circle--Book Quilt
What did you learn from this assignment?
The unit reading test is taken after we complete our reading unit. This unit we learned the following reading strategies: questioning, predicting, generalizing, drawing conclusions, visualizing, and using graphic sources. We also learned a lot of grammar in this unit.
In this test we had to read a passage and answer questions about the reading. We had to apply the reading strategies to demonstrate our understanding.
What are you proud of on this assignment?
My grade (97). I was also proud about my drawings, my boarding, my theme, and my writing.
Reflecting back on your work, what could you improve?
I could improve on adding more writing, and details.
My goal for the remainder of the year is to ...
Be really good at writing and also get a little bit better at drawing.
REFLECTION #4: Unit 4 Reading Street Test
What did you learn from this assignment?
The unit reading test is taken after we complete our reading unit. This unit we learned the following reading strategies: questioning, predicting, generalizing, drawing conclusions, visualizing, and using graphic sources. We also learned a lot of grammar in this unit.
In this test we had to read a passage and answer questions about the reading. We had to apply the reading strategies to demonstrate our understanding.
What are you proud of on this assignment?
I’m proud that I was able to know unfamiliar words. Also using whom and who, because I was really confused while working on it and then I figured out, and went well on that subject on the test.
Reflecting back on your work, what could you improve?
I could improve on drawing conclusion, and also main idea.
My goal for the remainder of the year is to ...
Get 90% or more, by paying more attention while I’m reading. Also by studying the stuff I still need to continue working on.