Certainty VS Doubt...

Today in class we watched and listened to 2 inspirational speeches. Not only were they inspirational but they were also motivating. It motivated me to do better and be better. We’ve been talking about certainty and doubt for the past few days. I personally feel like these go hand and hand and could also possibly be a married couple. The videos tied in to these two things. Finding claims and evidence for this prompt was a little difficult and I felt uneasy as I was writing things. Things like this are hard but I know things will get even harder in the future. All I can do is have faith and believe in myself. This quarter will be one for the books I can guaranteed that!

AP Exam Worries...

Today in class we learned some essential things we will need to know for the AP Exam. As many know I struggle a lot with claims and evidence. This thing just doesn’t click with me. As time progresses and the Exam approaches I hope I have mastered this. The lesson today was very informative and it was good to relate out concept to real life things. Yes things will get difficult and I may feel like giving up I must continue on. After watching the inspirational video a few days ago my mindset has changed completely. Effort is all that is needed in order for my success.

4 corners and 2021?!

Today in class today we played four corners. This wasn’t just any kind of four corners though. Our teacher gave us different scenarios and we either had to strongly agree or disagree or just plain agree or disagree. This concept was basically testing our skills for the upcoming AP Exam. On the AP Exam we have to use credible evidence in order to back up our claims. This activity helped us improve our logical evidence and gain more confidence in our argument. I love doing activities like these not only do I find humor in these activities but I also learn new things in which help me take a step closer to mastering the concept. Also towards the end of class we were called to the cafeteria for a junior meeting. There the principal and Mrs.Belle discussed how important the ACT could be for our future. The speech she and Mr.Sanderson presented inspired me to go that extra mile to score high on my ACT. Not only for the school but for my personal benefit. I am encouraged and willing to put in the right amount of effort for the score i’m aiming for. I can’t wait for my next results.

Falling For Fallacies!

Today in class we read from a book called “Thank you for arguing”. In the book we discussed fallacies. I have been struggling trying to grasp this concept but everyday I seem to get better. The information from the book explained the fallacies a little more in depth. Also since Tuesday i’ve been very determined for second semester. I try to talk less and listen more. I also try to outwork the others. This quarter is going to be my best one yet.

Act it out!

Today our class was split into 5 groups for our assignments. The assignment was to put together a skit on the fallacy provided us.  I really enjoyed the lesson. Activities like those help me learn lesson better. We also reviewed clsssmates blog and had examples on the correct way blogs should be done. Class was very fun and active today.

¿Slippery what?

Today in class we discussed fallacies. There are numerous of different fallacies in which none of them I could catch on to. This lesson will be very challenging for me but I will give my best effort. Today in class we also discussed current events for a while. Mr.Rease answered every question I had in mind and enlighten me on the Iran and US situation. I’m actually very excited for tomorrow, we will have an in class skit that will help me understand fallacies a little more. That was all I learned today and I definitely gave my best effort to stay awake during the lesson.

Smart and Outsmarted?!

Today in class we analyzed a very touching video. I learned many things from the video as well as from the speaker Arel Moodie. I learned that everyone is not smart and some things are challenging but it’s all in a matter of how you look at things. I also learned to outwork the others and to give more effort. The speaker really touched my heart because not only did he speak on some relatable things but it was also not sugar coated. I learned that all smart people aren’t successful and all successful people aren’t smart. It’s all in the amount of effort you give to determine your level of success. I am so glad Mr.Rease presented us with this video today to start off second semester with bang and encourage me as well.