Leilani

I have learnt about many different elements of cyber bullying including- what we can do to stay cyber safe, different reports on cyber bullying cases, the effects and how many have been bullied over the internet based on a survey. Wikispaces and voki have taught me how to communicate online, how to generate a character etc. I most enjoyed the Humanities class on presenting our different areas of cyber bullying which we had researched because I learnt a lot and was very insightful. My attitude has been positive and I will try to have a positive on throughout all my schooling years. My behaviour has been exceptional and I will try to stay focused and not be too talkative and ignorant. My interim report in the subject will indicate that I have been working at a satisfactory level and try my best and complete my work acceptably. The hardest task I have had to complete is probably the voki since I found it puzzling to include all the five points however I managed since I separated them in the background, character and the little but fact-filled speech. My workbook is up to date and so far adequately neat and there are no worksheets lying around and hanging out. I will try to keep it well-maintained and make sure I have everything required present in its contents. Group work is a great advantage for me since I don't see myself as an independent student and I take pleasure in brainstorming ideas with others because I believe wholeheartedly that two brains are better than one. My greatest strength is comprehension and creating a report or completing an assignment, but in general I find myself most comfortable and quite skilful at history and its different branches. The two areas of my learning that I want to focus on improving are: 1. Economy 2. Geography I am happy with the speed we are working at and am glad because this will enable us to learn as much as possible since it is true that years just fly by in a wink! The class wiki offers me a chance to chat with my friends online without having to speak to them face to face, I can challenge myself with the brain teasers, pour out my own personal thoughts for the diverse discussion topics and have a laugh with the jokes each week and add some my own rusty ones. I have yet to explore the other activities in store for me to enjoy. The Hall of Fame is a media type="custom" key="8329376" align="left"great goal for me and I plan to get my name in it as muach as deserved this 2011.
 * During the past few weeks:**
 * **My strengths (what I am good at) in Humanities include completing assignments, designing and comprehension.**
 * **My greatest area of improvement in Humanities is using wiki, widgets and htmls.**
 * **Things which distract me and prevent me from learning include classmates who muck around and pure confusion and lazyness.**
 * **To continue to improve and become a better student, I need to do everything as best as I can but not take too long.**
 * **My workbook is neat and up to date however I have a lot of booklets just sitting in there ready to be collected.**
 * **My record for doing homework is satisfactory and Ihaven't completed work late so far.**
 * **I think that in class it is important to have a quiet atmosphere and a respected learning environment as well as a set task.**
 * **My classmates can be very co operative however at times they are hard to work with.**
 * **My favourite class activity is getting on the computer and working on a task via wikispaces.**
 * **If my teacher was writing my report today he would say that I am up to date, good behaved and incorporate a lot of effort into my work.**
 * **My teacher will not say that I am putting in poor effort or leaving things to the last minute and am a terrible troublemaker.**
 * **What progress have you made towards meeting the goals you set yourself in Term 1?**My report has been fine because I have not brought in anything late and I have been completing our tasks effectively.
 * **Do your goals need to be reviewed and new goals set? Definitly because it gives me something to focus on and think about.**

Now complete the following sentence stems:
 * **Yesterday we re-established the classroom expectations and explored the concept of feudalism and its significance.**
 * **Tomorrow I'll probably come to school and be on my best behaviour.**
 * **I will always stay positive.**
 * **I refuse to take any types of drugs (apart from medicine).**
 * **My favourite band at the moment is We the Kings- Check Yes Juliet.**
 * **The best part of this wiki is the mailing connections.**
 * **If I had a rubber ducky I would probably leave it in a draw for a million years.**
 * **Brainbusters are brain busting for me!**
 * **My teachers always tell me to keep up the good work.**
 * **My teachers never gets me into heaps of trouble.**
 * **Ms King was really fun and interactive.**
 * **I don't like teachers who lecture and are (majority of the time) frowning.**
 * **Mr Reichelt is different.**

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__**Self evaluation of progress for Term 2**__


 * Preparedness for Learning (books, pens, attendance, punctuality, attitude, engagement in lessons)

Coming to class on time for Humanities has not been very consistent after lunches and some periods. I do bring the right equipment to class but when I get complacent sooner or later and unexpectedly I get caught up (loose leaf). I don't think I am as contributive as I could be or eager as I should be because sometimes I get a little drained.
 * Effort

With all my tasks I try my best but my effort probably differs with the task and time frame.
 * Level of Understanding

I understand the majority of what we learn but there are times where I think I lack knowledge or get slightly confused.
 * Homework and Meeting Deadlines (including unfinished, late or tasks not attempted)

I always try to hand work in on the due dates unless there is a valid reason or there has been some sort of misunderstanding. I hope there is no outstanding tasks I have not completed but generally I do try and ultimately complete all important tasks.
 * Quality of Work Produce

The quality of my work I guess is of a high standard and satisfactory level though I'm not exactly the creative type I try to make my work worthy of reading and worthy to look upon.
 * Areas for Improvement (outline two and the strategies you might use to improve)

I think that I have to improve my knowledge of the topics that we cover by reading books or blogs to get more detail and a more thorough understanding. I believe that I need to work more faster and effectively with the time available in class by ensuring I am organised and punctual for class with the right mindset.





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1. Write a paragraph which provides an overview of your Semester 1 reports. I was surprised at my level of understanding in English. I was glad to see that I was improving evidently, however some aspects of my learning could be strengthened accordingly. I need to be more committed in Art and put more effort in Sport. I must also continue to develop my achievements- focussing on Design, Creativity and Technology, Health and Physical Education and my overall Interpersonal development. I am content with my results and will continue trying my best and extending myself. 2. Write a paragraph explaining how you feel about your report and the comments made by your teachers. I was pleased with my report but at points I was confused with my sections of my records. All the comments from my teachers were positive and a lot were repeating the same message- continue with my current work ethic and of course, to broaden my horizons. I plan to consider these suggestions in order to do so. 3. List the three main strengths evident in your Semester 1 reports (mentioned in two or more subject reports).


 * Humanities
 * English
 * Maths

4. Outline any areas of weakness which have been mentioned and explain how you intend to address these areas in Semester 2.

I must participate more and develop my skills and try to reach my full potential in Sport and more specifically Health and Physical Education. I must open my mind to new ideas and to use my imagination and make use of all the resources available to improve in terms of Design, Creativity and Technology. I must also make the most of my opportunities so my Interpersonal development will benefit and grow positively. 5. Open your sealed envelope which contains the three goals you set yourself for Semester 1 in Humanities. Describe how successful you were at achieving each of these goals. (If you were unsuccessful or partially unsuccessful in achieving any goal, explain what steps you need to take in Semester 2)

Work faster- stay up to date – complete everything I let myself down on one or two occasions due to short-term memory loss, but these accounts are usually minor offences. Every task set I ensured was completed and at a high quality. Improve on - weaknesses / essays and - strengths / assignments Looking back at this goal I was pleased with myself since I have attained high grades in all essays I’ve composed throughout Semester 1 and, have maintained a steady record of high grades in all set assignments. Be more creative & imaginative (all tasks) I’m still working on this one but believe that I may be getting there; slowly but surely! 6. (Think carefully before you complete this task) Write a paragraph outlining the skills and attributes you believe you have demonstrated or possess which will enable you to succeed in VCE studies next year. I work sensibly, consistently and productively, remembering to be equipped with all the required tools for each subject. Finishing all requirements is an obligation for me and I try to complete tasks with detail as well as quality. Assessing and evaluating my progression and work is also something that helps me figure out my weaknesses and how to approach them. I always try to plan my moves carefully and seek advice to secure my future and contribute optimistically to my learning environment. 7. Set yourself three goals for Semester 2 in Humanities AND explain how you intend to go about achieving each of these goals. Also outline how you will be able to measure / determine the degree to which you have been successful in achieving these goals.

I will have more understanding and will be able to relate with Sir when he brings up politics. My eyes will be widened and in turn others. I can impress Sir whenever something pops up which I have some awareness of. I can explain concepts and facts to others and be more receptive. I will get the same for Humanities report (but a higher VELS) and rather than the suggestion to //listen to the news and read the newspapers to increase general knowledge and to increase awareness of current affairs//; it will read – //" ‘continue’ to listen to the news and read the . . .// // " //
 * Watch (and listen to) more of the news especially **A Current Affairs** and check out the media.
 * Read more: newspapers and books on general knowledge and history.
 * Continue with my work ethic and polish it up where necessary.