Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Constitution Timeline

EdCafe Review

I think the Ed-Cafe went well, especially since this was the first time. It is a new idea and will take some getting used to. There were some blank spots in the converstaions where no one talked, and sometimes eight minutes felt like a long time. In one conversation about the press, we quickly filled the time and the leader still had more notes to talk about. The length depends on the topic and the people taking part in the conversation. It only works if people try to contribute and listen to what the others have to say. I think this is a good way for everyone to become involved in the conversation and have a chance to talk. This is what I took away: the freedom of religion allows people to express religion without punishment, and we don't have any religious wars because of it; the freedom of speech should be protected, unless what you say causes someone to commit suicide, and the freedom of speech can lead to positive change; the freedom of press should be slightly limited because the press has gone overboard with personal information about celebreties and false advertisements that fool people into buying bad products, but, on the other hand, the freedom of press is good for showing opinions and encouraging people to support a certain idea; the freedom to peacefully assemble should still be protected, but people can use other methods to communicate, such as online conversations; the freedom of petition is an important right that can lead to positive changes. 

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Branches of Government Infograph

Group Infograph by me, Kiersten Flodman, Eliza Mullen, and Allie MacIsaac
 

Friday, September 7, 2012

Three Artifacts About Me



                The first artifact would be my iPod touch.  First, someone would need to find a way to turn it on.  Otherwise, it wouldn’t be very useful.  A few of my apps are for writing and sharing stories.  A kindle app also gives an idea of what I like to read (when I can’t find the book I want at the library or bookstore), mostly medieval fantasy.  I read a lot in my spare time.  I also have some Celtic and instrumental music on my iPod, nothing loud or punk/rock.  There are many pictures of where I’ve been on vacation recently, and some fantasy-based pictures that I found online.  I go on vacation a lot with my family; at least once a year to Orlando, Florida and usually to Mount Desert Island in Maine, and somewhere over the summer.

                Another artifact would be my report card.  It would show that I am a good student, since I usually get straight A’s and all Honors.  It would also show what classes I’m interested in, such as French, Singers, Web Design and Computer Animation.  I am smart and studious.  I’m not very athletic, but I can still manage to get A’s in P.E.

                A third artifact would be a dolphin figurine.  Dolphins are one of my favorite animals, and I would like to work with them in the future.  Dolphins are playful at times, curious, smart, and loyal to their pod (family), as am I.  I also like the sea and swimming in the summer. I am sometimes easily entertained and laugh a lot; dolphins usually seem to be smiling.