4/4 Workday #7

Objective: Evaluate other TED talks and their format in order to begin to plan yours.

Bellwork:   Write down the objective. What do you need to do in order to complete your interview by 4/11

Workday # 7 Agenda for 4/4/16

A. Post blog REFLECTION #7 
B. Complete a pitch evaluation form ON your OWN pitch and 1 other student’s.
C.  Post your Interview questions for approval before interviewing mentor – Meet with MRs. Walker to make sure you have  
D. Review TED talks videos.

Review this website. TED talk Topics
Make sure you summarize at least 2 things from their talk.
Answer the following:
1. What was the end product?
2. What was goal of the project?
3. What did the speaker learn about their project?
4. Describe the format of the TED talk.
5. In what ways can you imitate this talk for your TED talk?

For more information visit these: 

Amy Tan

Secrets of a successful TED talk

Review the 7 steps

Complete a ticket to LEAVE:
TICKET TO LEAVE

3/28 Workday #6

OBJECTIVE:  Evaluate another student’s pitch in order to understand the idea of a proposal.  

BELL WORK: 

Write down the objective. What parts of the project did you work on over the break? What did you get done? What did you not get done? Why? 

AGENDA for 3/28/16

• 1.     complete a pitch evaluation form.
• 2. Post your WEEKLY REFLECTION #6 (Blog post!) 
• 3      Post your Interview questions for approval before interviewing mentor.

      NOTES/REMINDERS: 

       -- 7 weeks left until TED talks

             -- Make sure you are following the RULES/REQUIREMENTS of the Weekly Reflections

            

       CLOSURE: complete AND HIT submit

                

                 

3/14 Workday #5 First Midterm Blog Grade

OBJECTIVE:  Evaluate another student’s pitch in order to understand the idea of a proposal.  

BELL WORK: Write down the objective. What information about your project did you include in your pitch? 

Requirements/Agenda for today
Project Blog

• Today you should be posting your fifth reflection about how you project is progressing to your project blog.

• Your Project Proposal should be posted to a page on your blog.

• Your Elevator Pitch should be posted with your written proposal.

Project Packet

• Should be turned in for feedback on your proposals.

Just a couple of REMINDERS: 

1. your interview questions are due when we return from Spring Break. 

2. Spring Break is a GREAT TIME to work on this project. (When we return you have 7 workdays before your TED talk presentations!!! 

This is NOT supposed to  be easy, but YOU can do this!! It is supposed to be challenging! Life is all about the challenges and Graduation is around the corner.  Use your resources and Believe in yourself! I believe in YOU!! 

Lastly, complete your CLOSURE Below :

3/11/16 Workday #4

OBJECTIVE:  Create and post to your blog, post #4. 

BELL WORK:

Write down the objective. What 2 things have done with your project this week?  What are 2 concerns you have about this project?

Workday 4 Assignments

1. Blog Post #4.

2. Begin work on what is Due next week: 1^st blog grade (Midterm) is next week.

3. Use this week as a catch up day for your blog. 

  Items you should have completed (Before today): 

• Check in 1-- Your URL and Name should be on STUDENT BLOGS static page.  
• Blog posts (3), Blog POST Requirements: 
  
  • 2 substantial paragraph minimum
  • reflect on the progress being made toward your project's goal
  • reflect on how your selected book is guiding your learning
  • gather information from other print and electronic sources
  • cite all information (as well as images!)
• Brainstorm worksheet, 
• Blog Planning Sheet --with your blog set up WITH static pages. (One of the pages you should be adding to your blog is for your proposal (both the Written Proposal and Elevator Pitch). You will need to decide what the other three pages will be.)
• Written Proposal, 
• Video Pitch. 

4. Please hand your #PVhasPassion project packet in to the teacher for feedback on your proposal. Once your proposal is  "Accepted," you should begin significant work on your project. 

5. Lastly, please use your time wisely. If you need help check the help PAGE/TAB on Mrs. Walker's Blog or the packet and then come see me. 

CLOSURE: TICKET TO LEAVE: Compete the following 

February 29th, 2016 -- Happy LEAP DAY!!-- Work day #3

OBJECTIVE: 

Create a blog post and elevator pitch.  

BELL WORK:

Write down the objective. What 2 things did you work on this weekend with your project?  Who is the person you will interview and what information are you hoping they will provide?

Agenda

•      Blog post #3. -- Make sure you check the requirements for each Blog post!
•      Create and Post to your Blog ELEVATOR PITCH video!! Examples from Youtube
•               Complete your Blog design and 4 static pages (1 should have your proposal uploaded to it, 1 should be for your elevator pitch)
•               Post a question or concern about the project on Mrs. Walker's Blog on the comments/questions page  COMMENTS & Questions
•      NOTE:  Things that should have been completed: 
•     2 Blog posts (in addition to today's)  
•      The Brainstorming worksheet
•      The Blog planning worksheet. Your blog should be set up with your static pages. 
•      Completed Check In 1—your name should appear in the Student’s Blogs tab on Mrs. Walker’s Blog. From 2/15
•      Your written proposal complete and posted to your blog. 

Please remember this is supposed to be hard but it is not impossible!! You CAN do this!! I believe in YOU!!

Closure Ticket to leave completed. 

February 22-- Workday #2

2/22 Workday #2

OBJECTIVE:  Create a proposal and complete the implementation guide. .

BELL WORK: Write down the objective. What 2 things have you thought about your project this week?  What are 2 potential challenges you have completing your  project?

Your task list for today

• Complete Implementation Guide and turn in the packet to have it checked off.
• Post one Blog entry see the packet for requirements (Note: you should have at least 2 blog entries by now).
• Complete and link your written proposal to your blog (this is a good item for one of your static pages).
• Make sure you have chosen your book and expert.
• Check your status on the Student Blog page-- If you don't see your name, make sure you have completed last week's CHECK in form!!

Written proposal hints:

• Read the requirements in your packet.
• If you didn't download/copy it last week, here is a blank MLA document to get you started.
• It is strongly suggested that you create your document in Google Docs. (The document above can be copied to your workspace.)
• In Google Docs look for the blue "Share" button in the top left of the screen.
• Use that link to allow your blog visitors to view your proposal with a click!

Note that this project is not one that you will be able to complete solely during the time allotted during class. You will need to work outside of class.

Next week:

• Your Elevator Pitch will be due. You will be uploading it to your proposal page. A cell-phone video is just fine.

First Check IN. Work day 1

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First Check In 2/15

Objective: Evaluate your project idea and complete your first blog post about your project.

Bellwork: Write down the objective. What 2 things have you thought about your project this week?  What are 2 potential challenges you will have completing your project?

Today is your first full #PVhasPassion work day!

Your task list:

• Turn in your packet so your Brainstorm (p.4) may be checked.
• Submit your email and blog information to the teacher by answering the survey below. 
• Complete your first blog post introducing your project to your readers. See the Expectations sheet in your packet and the Holistic Grading sheet for blog post requirements.

For next week:

• Your Implementation Guide (p.6) will be due. Check it for other steps that are due that day.
• Your Written Proposal should be in MLA Format. Here is a document which is formatted correctly that you can make a copy of to save to your Google Drive or download (look under the File menu).
• Begin thinking of and creating your static blog pages.

Note that you may submit your email at the top right in order to "follow" this blog. When a new post is created, you will automatically receive an email. 

Lastly, this is supposed to be a challenge. But is not impossible!!! Please do not hesitate to ask me for help or clarification. I am here to help and guide you on this journey!!  :)