Due date: Thursday May 4th by 8am
-You must turn in a passing notebook and complete this blog
-Dress as you would for a job interview
Content
1.)What is your essential question and what are your answers? What is your best answer and why?
-EQ: "What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?"
1:Understanding the individual and their goals
2:Creating and executing the workout and diet plan
3:Keeping the individual properly motivated
2.)What process did you take to arrive at this answer?
-I found my answers through mentorship, independent components, and personal experience.
3.)What problems did you face? How did you resolve them?
-I had issues with my independent components because i couldn't keep my trainees motivated enough to stick with the program, and I could've personalized their plans to fit their persons.
4.)What are the two most significant sources you used to answer your essential question and why?
-My most significant sources were bodybuilding.com and personal experience.
-Be prepared with evidence and specific examples to support any response. It is also significant to cite sources as you explain.
Monday, May 2, 2016
Sunday, May 1, 2016
Blog 22: Independent Component 2
DUE: Friday 4/22 by 8AM
Content:
Literal:
a.)Include this statement: "I, Brianna Moreno, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work."
b.)Cite your source regarding who or what article or book helped you complete the independent component.
-bodybuilding.com was extremely helpful to me throughout this process,as well as http://www.ihrsa.org/, and several more
c.)Update your independent component 2 log (Which should be under your Senior Project Hours Link)
d.)Explain what you completed
-I created several pamphlets that take individuals of all types into consideration, people of different ages, heights, weights, as well as different goals. This was essential to make sure that each individual had a guide to follow,
e.)Defend your work and explain the component's significance and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work.
f.)How did the component help you answer your EQ? Please include specific examples to illustrate how it helped.
-My essential question is "What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?" By researching the recommended exercise and healthy eating habits for individuals, I was able to put together a book of sorts to serve as a guide to individuals of different ages, weights, genders, goals, etc.
Grading Criteria
-Log on a digital spreadsheet
-Evidence of 30 hours of work
-Blog explaining and defending significance of component
Content:
Literal:
a.)Include this statement: "I, Brianna Moreno, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work."
b.)Cite your source regarding who or what article or book helped you complete the independent component.
-bodybuilding.com was extremely helpful to me throughout this process,as well as http://www.ihrsa.org/, and several more
c.)Update your independent component 2 log (Which should be under your Senior Project Hours Link)
d.)Explain what you completed
-I created several pamphlets that take individuals of all types into consideration, people of different ages, heights, weights, as well as different goals. This was essential to make sure that each individual had a guide to follow,
e.)Defend your work and explain the component's significance and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work.
f.)How did the component help you answer your EQ? Please include specific examples to illustrate how it helped.
-My essential question is "What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?" By researching the recommended exercise and healthy eating habits for individuals, I was able to put together a book of sorts to serve as a guide to individuals of different ages, weights, genders, goals, etc.
Grading Criteria
-Log on a digital spreadsheet
-Evidence of 30 hours of work
-Blog explaining and defending significance of component
Monday, April 18, 2016
Blog 21: Fourth Interview Reflection
1.)What is the most important thing that I learned from the interview?
-The most important thing I learned from my interview was to understand that each individual is different and that there is an effective plan for everybody. Another important thing I learned from Mr. Lugo was that there are so many different ways to get in shape and to not give up on your health plan.
2.)How will what I learned affect my final lesson?
-This interview with Mr. Lugo actually helped lead me to my second answer, which is education.
-The most important thing I learned from my interview was to understand that each individual is different and that there is an effective plan for everybody. Another important thing I learned from Mr. Lugo was that there are so many different ways to get in shape and to not give up on your health plan.
2.)How will what I learned affect my final lesson?
-This interview with Mr. Lugo actually helped lead me to my second answer, which is education.
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Blog 20: Interview 4 Preparation
Due Date:Friday April 15, 2016
1)Who do you plan to interview? What is the person's area of expertise?
-I plan to interview Mr. John Lugo, who is a freelance trainer.
2)Post 20 open ended questions you want to ask an expert in the field concerning your senior project. Your focus should be finding answers to your EQ.
*Interview itself is not due until Friday, April 14 to turnitin.com
*Verification sheet is due as well as the audio excerpt
20 Questions
1.)What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/ diet plan?
2.)How should the personal trainer approach an individual that is not following the program?
3.)How do you keep people motivated?
4.)What should I be aware of when training people?
5.)How important is the relationship with the individual?
6.)How do you start helping out other individuals? What steps do you take?
7.)How do you approach an individual that lacks motivation?
8.)How do you create an effective diet plan?
9.)Is there a program you would recommend for helping an individual keep track of their diet and workout plan ?
10.)As a personal trainer what questions should you be asking your client to be able to properly help them?
11.)How do you spend your time staying fit?
12.)What must you consider when creating the individuals workout/diet plan?
13.)Is there ways to make the workout/ diet plan easier to follow?
14.)Do/did you have a mentor if yes, how did they influence you? If no, have you been a mentor to other people, how did that go?
15.)Whats your favorite part of being an instructor?
16.)What was your biggest challenge starting out?
17.)What do you consider when helping an individual with their fitness goals?
18.)Motivation.What can you tell me about it?
19.)From your perspective, what could I teach that would be significant to people wanting to be fit?
20.)What other materials should I read in this field regarding personal training.
1)Who do you plan to interview? What is the person's area of expertise?
-I plan to interview Mr. John Lugo, who is a freelance trainer.
2)Post 20 open ended questions you want to ask an expert in the field concerning your senior project. Your focus should be finding answers to your EQ.
*Interview itself is not due until Friday, April 14 to turnitin.com
*Verification sheet is due as well as the audio excerpt
20 Questions
1.)What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/ diet plan?
2.)How should the personal trainer approach an individual that is not following the program?
3.)How do you keep people motivated?
4.)What should I be aware of when training people?
5.)How important is the relationship with the individual?
6.)How do you start helping out other individuals? What steps do you take?
7.)How do you approach an individual that lacks motivation?
8.)How do you create an effective diet plan?
9.)Is there a program you would recommend for helping an individual keep track of their diet and workout plan ?
10.)As a personal trainer what questions should you be asking your client to be able to properly help them?
11.)How do you spend your time staying fit?
12.)What must you consider when creating the individuals workout/diet plan?
13.)Is there ways to make the workout/ diet plan easier to follow?
14.)Do/did you have a mentor if yes, how did they influence you? If no, have you been a mentor to other people, how did that go?
15.)Whats your favorite part of being an instructor?
16.)What was your biggest challenge starting out?
17.)What do you consider when helping an individual with their fitness goals?
18.)Motivation.What can you tell me about it?
19.)From your perspective, what could I teach that would be significant to people wanting to be fit?
20.)What other materials should I read in this field regarding personal training.
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Blog 19: Third Answer
Due: Thursday March 3rd BY 8AM
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/diet plan?"
2.)What is your third answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-Creating the actual diet and workout plan based on what you've learned about the individual.
3.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-It's very important to create a diet/workout plan that suits the individual in terms of how many macros they should be getting a day, how much exercise, etc.
-It's also very important to take the individuals limitations into consideration, for example if they have past or present injuries, health issues, etc.
-It is essential to cater to the individuals needs but to also be able to push them in a healthier direction to be able to reach their fitness goals, which could put some stress on the individual when starting out, but it is important to keep them motivated and stay positive.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/make-personalized-nutrition-exercise-plan-6185.html
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://www.helpguide.org/harvard/whats-the-best-exercise-plan-for-me.htm
-http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/how-to-make-yourself-the-best-trainer-at-any-gym.html
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-My first answer is getting to know the individual, my second answer is to learn to properly motivate the individual, and my final answer is to actually create a workout and diet plan to guide the individual.
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/diet plan?"
2.)What is your third answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-Creating the actual diet and workout plan based on what you've learned about the individual.
3.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-It's very important to create a diet/workout plan that suits the individual in terms of how many macros they should be getting a day, how much exercise, etc.
-It's also very important to take the individuals limitations into consideration, for example if they have past or present injuries, health issues, etc.
-It is essential to cater to the individuals needs but to also be able to push them in a healthier direction to be able to reach their fitness goals, which could put some stress on the individual when starting out, but it is important to keep them motivated and stay positive.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/make-personalized-nutrition-exercise-plan-6185.html
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://www.helpguide.org/harvard/whats-the-best-exercise-plan-for-me.htm
-http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/how-to-make-yourself-the-best-trainer-at-any-gym.html
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-My first answer is getting to know the individual, my second answer is to learn to properly motivate the individual, and my final answer is to actually create a workout and diet plan to guide the individual.
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Blog 17: Answer 2
Due Date: Thursday 2/25
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?"
2.)What is your first answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-To understand the individual and their goals, learning their health habits, accommodations, workout preference, what they hope to gain from the experience.
3.)What is your second answer (In complete thesis format)
-Being able to properly motivate the individual, and to keep them motivated to reach their goal.
4.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-Motivation is needed for EVERYTHING, especially starting something new.
-It is also extremely important to STAY motivated and continue with whatever endeavor one sets their mind to. Especially when trying to get fit, because it takes time to get results, so its very important to stick with it.
-People often quick working out/ eating healthy, so its important to keep them motivated to keep working toward their goal and be able to continue that healthy lifestyle.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://www.ideafit.com/fitness-library/applying-the-science-of-motivation-0
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/important-motivation-working-out-exercising-3054.html
-http://dailyburn.com/life/fitness/workout-motivation-tips/
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-In fitness, like with anything else it is important to stay motivated, what are the best ways to go about keeping an individual motivated?
On Friday, 2/29 for Advisory, you will be presenting what you have from this blog. The presentation is more like a share-out and should not last longer than 2 minutes. You don't need a visual, and you should not read what you have written.
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?"
2.)What is your first answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-To understand the individual and their goals, learning their health habits, accommodations, workout preference, what they hope to gain from the experience.
3.)What is your second answer (In complete thesis format)
-Being able to properly motivate the individual, and to keep them motivated to reach their goal.
4.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-Motivation is needed for EVERYTHING, especially starting something new.
-It is also extremely important to STAY motivated and continue with whatever endeavor one sets their mind to. Especially when trying to get fit, because it takes time to get results, so its very important to stick with it.
-People often quick working out/ eating healthy, so its important to keep them motivated to keep working toward their goal and be able to continue that healthy lifestyle.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://www.ideafit.com/fitness-library/applying-the-science-of-motivation-0
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/important-motivation-working-out-exercising-3054.html
-http://dailyburn.com/life/fitness/workout-motivation-tips/
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-In fitness, like with anything else it is important to stay motivated, what are the best ways to go about keeping an individual motivated?
On Friday, 2/29 for Advisory, you will be presenting what you have from this blog. The presentation is more like a share-out and should not last longer than 2 minutes. You don't need a visual, and you should not read what you have written.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Blog 16: Independent Component 2 Approval
Due date: Thursday, 2/11 by 8am
1. Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.
-I plan to add 30 hours to mentorship
2. Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.
-I will take pictures, or get a confirmation signature.
3. Explain how this component will help you explore your topic in more depth.
-This component will help me explore my topic by finding more ways to help an individual workout and how to motivate them and such.
4. Post a log in your Senior Project Hours link and label it "Independent Component 2" log.
-Done.
Your answers to the questions should be supported with details and examples for the senior team to understand what you plan to do. Once we review your Blog Post 16, your house teacher will discuss with you the approval of your plan. If it is approved, please start working on it. If it is not approved, your house teacher will explain why. It is your job to address the concerns so you can get your component approved. Additionally, any changes requested must be addressed to your house teacher well in advance of the completion date for full credit on the assignment.
Content:
Please review the component contract in the senior project packet. The Independent Component 2 is an opportunity for you to add a dimension of creativity and/or an additional outlet for research. The goal of the component is for you to explore your answers in more depth. On Friday, April 22, 2016, you will be turning in the following to your blog to prove completion of this component:
Please review the component contract in the senior project packet. The Independent Component 2 is an opportunity for you to add a dimension of creativity and/or an additional outlet for research. The goal of the component is for you to explore your answers in more depth. On Friday, April 22, 2016, you will be turning in the following to your blog to prove completion of this component:
- Blog post answering specific questions posted by senior team
- Log of hours clearly delineated as Independent Component 2 on the senior project hours spreadsheet (with total number of hours included)
- Evidence of the 30 hours of work (e.g. transcript, essays, tests, art work, photographs) as digital artifacts
For this blog post and approval, please answer the following questions.
1. Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.
-I plan to add 30 hours to mentorship
2. Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.
-I will take pictures, or get a confirmation signature.
3. Explain how this component will help you explore your topic in more depth.
-This component will help me explore my topic by finding more ways to help an individual workout and how to motivate them and such.
4. Post a log in your Senior Project Hours link and label it "Independent Component 2" log.
-Done.
Your answers to the questions should be supported with details and examples for the senior team to understand what you plan to do. Once we review your Blog Post 16, your house teacher will discuss with you the approval of your plan. If it is approved, please start working on it. If it is not approved, your house teacher will explain why. It is your job to address the concerns so you can get your component approved. Additionally, any changes requested must be addressed to your house teacher well in advance of the completion date for full credit on the assignment.
Monday, February 1, 2016
Lesson 2 Reflection
1.)What are you most proud of in your Lesson 2 Presentation
-I'm most proud of the fact that I presented a majority of the information I needed to. I was also proud of the fact that people participated in the activity.
2.)
a.)What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 2 Presentation? (Self-Assessment)
-I would give myself an AP because I made time, but most of that was because of questions that the class asked (thanks guys.)
b.)Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 2 component contract
-Again, I didn't make time with research information and instead had to answer questions.
3.)What worked for you in your Lesson 2?
-What worked well was the activity because everyone participated which was nice, I thought people were just gonna stand there awkwardly but they didn't, so that was good.
4.)What didn't work? If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 2?
-Oh my god, okay sooo I forgot to mention some information such as the reason for my activity, a good description of mentorship, and the interviews. I would go back and mention all those things because they would've really helped.
5.)What do you think your answer #2 is going to be?
-My second EQ is possibly going to be properly motivating the individual and creating a positive environment for that motivation to flourish,
-I'm most proud of the fact that I presented a majority of the information I needed to. I was also proud of the fact that people participated in the activity.
2.)
a.)What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 2 Presentation? (Self-Assessment)
-I would give myself an AP because I made time, but most of that was because of questions that the class asked (thanks guys.)
b.)Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 2 component contract
-Again, I didn't make time with research information and instead had to answer questions.
3.)What worked for you in your Lesson 2?
-What worked well was the activity because everyone participated which was nice, I thought people were just gonna stand there awkwardly but they didn't, so that was good.
4.)What didn't work? If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 2?
-Oh my god, okay sooo I forgot to mention some information such as the reason for my activity, a good description of mentorship, and the interviews. I would go back and mention all those things because they would've really helped.
5.)What do you think your answer #2 is going to be?
-My second EQ is possibly going to be properly motivating the individual and creating a positive environment for that motivation to flourish,
Thursday, January 28, 2016
Independent Component 1
Due Date:Friday 2/5 at 8am
Literal
(a) Write
"I Brianna Moreno, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work."
(b)Cite your source regarding who or what article helped you complete the independent component.
(c)Update your hours in your Senior Project Hours link. Make sure it is clearly labeled with hours for individual sessions as well as total hours.
(d)Explain what you completed
-For my independent component I worked out my brother. Together we did stretches and workouts to help him lose weight, tone up and eventually gain muscle,
Interpretive
Defend your work and explain its significance to your project and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work. Provide evidence (photos, transcript, art work, videos, etc.) of the 30 hours of work.
Applied
How did the component help you understand the foundation of your topic better? Please include specific examples to illustrate this.
-Working out my brother was somewhat difficult because it took some trial and error to create a good workout/ diet plan that helped him reach his goal. By working him out I learned that you need to take an individuals weaknesses, strengths, and other factors into consideration to make sure they get what they want out of the experience.
Literal
(a) Write
"I Brianna Moreno, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work."
(b)Cite your source regarding who or what article helped you complete the independent component.
(c)Update your hours in your Senior Project Hours link. Make sure it is clearly labeled with hours for individual sessions as well as total hours.
(d)Explain what you completed
-For my independent component I worked out my brother. Together we did stretches and workouts to help him lose weight, tone up and eventually gain muscle,
Interpretive
Defend your work and explain its significance to your project and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work. Provide evidence (photos, transcript, art work, videos, etc.) of the 30 hours of work.
Applied
How did the component help you understand the foundation of your topic better? Please include specific examples to illustrate this.
-Working out my brother was somewhat difficult because it took some trial and error to create a good workout/ diet plan that helped him reach his goal. By working him out I learned that you need to take an individuals weaknesses, strengths, and other factors into consideration to make sure they get what they want out of the experience.
Saturday, January 9, 2016
Blog 14: Interview 3 Preparation
For this interview you will prepare 10 open-ended questions that focus on your newly approved EQ (In fact your first question can be your EQ.) Remember, all interviews must be done in person unless they are specifically approved by your house teacher. Additionally, one person may be interviewed a maximum of two times.
1.)Who do you plan to interview? What is this person's area of expertise?
-I plan to interview Mr. John Lugo, he works in personal fitness.
2.)Verify that you have called your interviewee to schedule and interview. What is the date and time of the interview?
-I plan to interview him next Friday at around 3.
3.)Phrase an open-ended question that will help you think about other useful activities you might do to help you answer the EQ (Independent Component 2, possible experts to talk to, etc.)
-In your opinion, what is the perfect balance of exercise and diet?
-What are the most common reasons people give up on diets and working out?
-How do you help people overcome these reasons?
4.)Phrase two open-ended questions that help you understand your interviewee's perspective on an aspect of your EQ.
-What are the most common reasons people give up on diets and working out?
-How do you help people overcome these reasons?
The interview transcript is due to turnitin.com with the 5-minute audio excerpt and entry to the blog on Friday, February 19th. In addition, you need to turn in the verification sheet to your house teacher.
10 QUESTIONS:
1.)What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout plan?
2.)What are common reasons people don’t stick with their workout/diet plan?
3.)How do you help people start with a positive attitude (or on the right foot) toward the workout/diet plan?
4.)What are the proper steps that must be taken to personalize a workout/diet plan?
5.)How do you know that the diet/workout plan suits the individual? How do you know when to change to more sets/reps, heavier weights, etc.?
6.) What are the best ways to keep an individual motivated?
7.) What methods have helped you reach your fitness goals?
8.)I’m attempting to train my brother, our goal is for him to lose weight and gain muscle, how do you recommend I approach this?
9.) What exercises do you recommend for individuals barely starting out?
10.) Do you recommend me to study anything specific to help me better identify proper form, or how to prevent injuries?
The interview transcript is due to turnitin.com with the 5-minute audio excerpt and entry to the blog on Friday, February 19th. In addition, you need to turn in the verification sheet to your house teacher.
Friday, January 8, 2016
Blog 13: 10 Hour Mentorship Check-In
Make sure that your mentor calls your house teacher by this Friday at 8AM to verify your 10 hours. Content:
1.)Where are you doing your mentorship?
-Currently we are exercising at my house, but eventually we will workout at the gym.
2.)Who is your contact? What makes this person an expert?
-My contact is Justin Arceo, he is an expert because he is a personal trainer and has experience in helping people reach their fitness goals.
3.)How many hours have you done during the school year? (Summer Mentorship hours should be reflected separately in your Senior Project Hours log located on the right hand side of your blog.)
4.) Succinctly summarize what you did how well you and your mentor worked together, and how you plan to complete the remaining hours.
-I've done around 20 hours. During mentorship we'll workout, go running, practice proper form, and talk about possible answers to my EQ.
*You need 50 hours plus the original 10 in the summer by May. The original 10 from the summer do not count toward the 50. By the end of the year, you will have 60 hours counting the original 10.
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Blog 12: Holiday Project Update
1.)It is important to consistently work on your senior project, whether it is break or we are in school. What did you do over break with your senior project?
-Over break I decided to work on my first Independent Component, which is to work out my brother. My brother is just starting out and he's younger, so I needed to make sure that the exercises were right for him as well as the food he ate. Along with this I did research on the proper form for certain workouts that I had issues with and looked up more healthy meals to make.
2.)What was the most important thing you learned from what you did, and why? What was the source of what you learned?
-The most important thing I learned is that you really need to know the individual your working out, such as eating habits that could be affecting the process, as well as any other unhealthy habits.
-The source of what I learned came from just trying to walk my brother through the workout process, explaining the workouts, how often we would have to work out, what he could eat, what he couldn't, and how much he could take. I realized that I had to really pay attention to him and his habits to know what we had to change for him to get the most out of the experience.
3.)Your third interview will be a 10 question interview related to possible answers for your EQ . Who do you plan to talk to and why?
-I plan to interview my mentor or one of his workout buddies.
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Blog 11-Lesson 1 Reflection
1.)What are you most proud of in your lesson, and why?
-That I was able to meet some of the requirements such as talking about the EQ, interview, sources, etc.
2.)What assessment would you give yourself on your lesson? Explained why you earned that grade using evidence from the component contract.
-An AP because there was a lot of awkward pauses in my lesson and also because of the lack of quality in the information I was saying, it could've been better. When I cited my sources it was very disorganized and confusing, so I could've eased my way into my sources better.
3.)If you could go back, what would you change about your lesson? How can you use than knowledge to give a better lesson 2?
-I would put much more information and explain more on it, because I bluntly stated things but did a poor job of going in depth about them. For my second lesson I can do more research and have better, more descriptive information on what I'll be talking about.
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Blog 10-Interview 2 Reflection
Interview 2
1.)Please explain how you are spending your mentorship time (is it a workplace or somewhere else? Are you shadowing?Are you able to do tasks that are meaningfully related to the topic? If so, what? Are there other people who are experts in the location?
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2.)How did you find your mentor? How did you convince this person to help you?
-My mentor is Justin Arceo and he is actually a friend of my sisters' so I simply asked him if he would be willing to mentor me and he said yes.
3.)How would you rate your comfort level with your mentor at this point in your relationship? How does this relate to the time you've spent so far at mentorship with this person?
-I am very comfortable with my mentor especially after the second interview where we asked questions to get to know them
4.)What went well in this interview? Why do you think so? What do you still need to improve? How do you know? How will you go about it?
-What went well was that I actually got to know my mentor and I got more comfortable with him. I think this was a very good thing because it means that we will be able to work out together more comfortably. I still need to set up a workout schedule with my mentor to make sure I get my hours done as well as learn in an effective manner. I will go about this by talking to him and finding days that work for both of us, but currently only weekends work for him.
Blog 9-House Advisory Prep 3
Please copy these questions and answer them in your blog. Don't forget an image to promote interest.
1.) State whether or not you have a mentor, and what the status of your interview is with that person (I have completed the interview, I have scheduled the interview, I have not scheduled the interview.)
-I do have a mentor, his name is Justin Arceo, and this past weekend we completed the interview. This interview allowed us to have a more comfortable conversation because it was mostly about information about my mentor.
2.)At this point, your research is probably guiding your studies toward more specific areas within your topic. Name the area or two you find most promising and explain your reasons.
-What types of exercises, diets, health habits, etc. that works best for my person. The goal of this is to lose weight and tone up.
-Focusing on cardio, diets, and weightlifting.
3.)What kind of sources do you thing will help you in the next month to gain more research depth? Where will you go to get them?
-I believe that talking to people that are fit will be the best source I have in regards to my research. Obviously its different watching videos or reading about workouts, form, diets and actually listening to someone's own personal account of that information, what works for them, what doesn't. This will provide a different perspective about fitness.
4.)Write down a possible EQ. Please don't worry about wording other than ensuring that it provides the option for multiple correct answers. At this point, the senior team is most interested in understanding your thought process.
-What is the most effective way for an individual to improve their fitness (body weight, muscle gain, toning, etc.)
1.) State whether or not you have a mentor, and what the status of your interview is with that person (I have completed the interview, I have scheduled the interview, I have not scheduled the interview.)
-I do have a mentor, his name is Justin Arceo, and this past weekend we completed the interview. This interview allowed us to have a more comfortable conversation because it was mostly about information about my mentor.
2.)At this point, your research is probably guiding your studies toward more specific areas within your topic. Name the area or two you find most promising and explain your reasons.
-What types of exercises, diets, health habits, etc. that works best for my person. The goal of this is to lose weight and tone up.
-Focusing on cardio, diets, and weightlifting.
3.)What kind of sources do you thing will help you in the next month to gain more research depth? Where will you go to get them?
-I believe that talking to people that are fit will be the best source I have in regards to my research. Obviously its different watching videos or reading about workouts, form, diets and actually listening to someone's own personal account of that information, what works for them, what doesn't. This will provide a different perspective about fitness.
4.)Write down a possible EQ. Please don't worry about wording other than ensuring that it provides the option for multiple correct answers. At this point, the senior team is most interested in understanding your thought process.
-What is the most effective way for an individual to improve their fitness (body weight, muscle gain, toning, etc.)
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Blog 8-Independent Component 1 Proposal
What is it?
Independent Component 1 is an opportunity for you to add a dimension of creativity and/or an additional outlet for research. The goal of the component is for you to explore your topic in depth more with this component. On February 6, 2015 you will be turning in the following to your blog to prove completion of this component:
-Section documenting hours for Independent Component 1 in Senior Project Hours link (this should be documented regularly and can be spot checked throughout the year.)
-Evidence of the 30 hours of work (e.g. transcript, essays, tests, art work, photographs) as digital artifacts.
-Blog reflecting on work completed
To get your idea approved now, please answer the following questions:
1.)Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.
-I plan to take a human anatomy class or a nutrition class to complete my 30 hours for the Independent Component.
2.)Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.
-I will have my teacher sign a paper that lists my hours as evidence.
3.)Explain how what you will be doing will help you explore your topic more in depth.
-By taking a human anatomy class I will better understand what part of the body a certain exercise is working out.
4.)Update your Senior Project Hours log.
To be approved, your proposal should be supported with details and examples for the senior team to understand what you plan to do.
Next Steps: Once we review your blog post, your house teacher will discuss with you the approval of your plan either face-to-face or as a comment on this post. If your idea is approved, please start working on it. If it is not approved, your house teacher will explain why. It is your job to follow up with your teacher.
Independent Component 1 is an opportunity for you to add a dimension of creativity and/or an additional outlet for research. The goal of the component is for you to explore your topic in depth more with this component. On February 6, 2015 you will be turning in the following to your blog to prove completion of this component:
-Section documenting hours for Independent Component 1 in Senior Project Hours link (this should be documented regularly and can be spot checked throughout the year.)
-Evidence of the 30 hours of work (e.g. transcript, essays, tests, art work, photographs) as digital artifacts.
-Blog reflecting on work completed
To get your idea approved now, please answer the following questions:
1.)Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.
-I plan to take a human anatomy class or a nutrition class to complete my 30 hours for the Independent Component.
2.)Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.
-I will have my teacher sign a paper that lists my hours as evidence.
3.)Explain how what you will be doing will help you explore your topic more in depth.
-By taking a human anatomy class I will better understand what part of the body a certain exercise is working out.
4.)Update your Senior Project Hours log.
To be approved, your proposal should be supported with details and examples for the senior team to understand what you plan to do.
Next Steps: Once we review your blog post, your house teacher will discuss with you the approval of your plan either face-to-face or as a comment on this post. If your idea is approved, please start working on it. If it is not approved, your house teacher will explain why. It is your job to follow up with your teacher.
Sunday, September 27, 2015
Blog 7-Second Interview Preparation
The purpose of the second interview is to justify your mentor as an expert in the field. You will be asking them at least 5 questions about their background and/or the background of the organization or company where they work.
1.)Who is your mentor and where do they work? If their workplace does not reflect their expertise, what makes them an expert?
-My mentor's name is Justin Arceo, his work place does not reflect his expertise. However, his Senior project dealt with fitness, he's been working out and learning about nutrition since then. My mentor has also helped several people reach their fitness goals, whether it's to lose weight, gain muscle, or tone up.
2.)What five questions will you ask them about their background?
-How do you spend your time?
-Do/did you have a mentor if yes, how did they influence you? If no, have you been a mentor to other people, how did that go?
-I know your familiar with Senior project, looking back now would you change anything? Such as your approach, possibly your topic, EQ, etc
-If you were me how would you approach this project?
-How do you think I could enrich my project, whether its through the EQ, Independent Components, Lesson Plans, etc.
The interview is due 10/31 by 8 am in numbered Q&A format to turnitin.com. Additionally, a reflection of the experience as well as a 5 minute audio/video clip should be posted on the blog by that time.
1.)Who is your mentor and where do they work? If their workplace does not reflect their expertise, what makes them an expert?
-My mentor's name is Justin Arceo, his work place does not reflect his expertise. However, his Senior project dealt with fitness, he's been working out and learning about nutrition since then. My mentor has also helped several people reach their fitness goals, whether it's to lose weight, gain muscle, or tone up.
2.)What five questions will you ask them about their background?
-How do you spend your time?
-Do/did you have a mentor if yes, how did they influence you? If no, have you been a mentor to other people, how did that go?
-I know your familiar with Senior project, looking back now would you change anything? Such as your approach, possibly your topic, EQ, etc
-If you were me how would you approach this project?
-How do you think I could enrich my project, whether its through the EQ, Independent Components, Lesson Plans, etc.
The interview is due 10/31 by 8 am in numbered Q&A format to turnitin.com. Additionally, a reflection of the experience as well as a 5 minute audio/video clip should be posted on the blog by that time.
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Blog 6-Advisory House Prep
We'll have a house discussion in place of research check this Friday to check in on how things are going.Please copy these questions and answer them in your own blog. Don't forget an image to promote interest.
1.)What worked well for you concerning senior project this year? What has made it a positive experience for you?
-What's worked well so far is being able to keep track of what I'm eating and actually committing to the exercise plan we worked out before starting the P90X. Whats made it a positive experience is genuinely feeling more energetic because of the exercises I do and the food I eat. I'm super excited to see the more notable difference from myself now and later when the projects all done.
2.)What are you finding concerning senior project? How can you adapt to make that portion work better for you? How might the senior team help?
-I'm finding that need to get stricter with my diet and amp up the exercises if I really want to see results. As of right now I'm keeping a food and exercise log, which are helping me, but I need to have a specific meal plan and exercise plan if I want solid results.
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Blog 5-Interview 1 Reflection
Please copy these questions and answer them in your blog. Attach a link to your video or sound file. As usual you'll want an appropriate image to lead this.
Audio:
Interview 1
Interview 1 Extra Stuff
1.)What is the most important thing I learned from the interview? Is there anything I would do differently for other interviews?
-I learned several things from this interview, one of them was that I should try to find the workout/diet that best works for me. This was helpful because I was extremely nervous about having to lift crazy amounts of weight but my mentor told me that I would do workouts that best suited my person so as to not overwhelm myself. Justin also explained to me about supplements that are taken to help an individual reach their fitness goal. He said that I wouldn't need any right now because I'm just doing exercises to prepare my body for the P90x and gym. But nonetheless he explained about the different types of supplements and the best time to take them.
-I realized later on that running through a practice interview would have been better so that he could relax and prep a bit. He provided amazing information but he seemed more comfortable after we talked about the project without audio recording anything, the conversation had a more natural flow. Talking about the project without audio recording also allowed us to get more familiarized with each other which also made things run a bit smoother.
2.)Did I get additional resources and contacts? What is the most useful? Why?
-Justin didn't provide contacts, but he did give me several websites to look into, such as bodybuilding.com, darebee.com, and he also provided a couple of apps such as Freeletics and Loseit.
-All of the sources he provided have been extremely helpful in helping me find workouts, good eating habits, and helping calculate macros and such.
3.)What makes my interviewee qualified to help me?
-Justin has been a certified fitness instructor for about 2 years now and in that time has helped several people reach their fitness goals.
Audio:
Interview 1
Interview 1 Extra Stuff
1.)What is the most important thing I learned from the interview? Is there anything I would do differently for other interviews?
-I learned several things from this interview, one of them was that I should try to find the workout/diet that best works for me. This was helpful because I was extremely nervous about having to lift crazy amounts of weight but my mentor told me that I would do workouts that best suited my person so as to not overwhelm myself. Justin also explained to me about supplements that are taken to help an individual reach their fitness goal. He said that I wouldn't need any right now because I'm just doing exercises to prepare my body for the P90x and gym. But nonetheless he explained about the different types of supplements and the best time to take them.
-I realized later on that running through a practice interview would have been better so that he could relax and prep a bit. He provided amazing information but he seemed more comfortable after we talked about the project without audio recording anything, the conversation had a more natural flow. Talking about the project without audio recording also allowed us to get more familiarized with each other which also made things run a bit smoother.
2.)Did I get additional resources and contacts? What is the most useful? Why?
-Justin didn't provide contacts, but he did give me several websites to look into, such as bodybuilding.com, darebee.com, and he also provided a couple of apps such as Freeletics and Loseit.
-All of the sources he provided have been extremely helpful in helping me find workouts, good eating habits, and helping calculate macros and such.
3.)What makes my interviewee qualified to help me?
-Justin has been a certified fitness instructor for about 2 years now and in that time has helped several people reach their fitness goals.
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Blog 4-House Advisory Prep 1
Write a short explanation of what you are hoping to accomplish through your senior project topic. You will be sharing out on what you've written here with your house advisory and classmates on Friday, 9/11. Don't forget to start off with an interesting visual.
I'm still deciding between two topics so I'm going to write about both.
Criminal Investigation:I hope to gain a better understanding of criminal investigation, not only what they do, but what other people they work with, how they manage to get witness accounts of a crime, how they track people down, the precautions taken to preserve evidence, and so on. I also want to see if this is a possible career in the future.
Fitness: I want to find the best workouts and diet for my person to be able to reach my fitness goal. This project is obviously a big part in senior year, and I'll be able to dedicate all that time too improving my health and fitness.
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