“Thank you for coming to my presentation of learning. I am the expert on my own learning. I am also responsible and accountable for my own learning. You can expect me to give an honest evaluation of my progress. We will discuss my strengths and opportunities for growth. Thank you in advance for listening and for offering feedback that I can use to improve as a learner.”
In this T-POL I will answer the driving question “How can you showcase evidence to demonstrate that PLP Success Behaviors have prepared you to advance to the next grade?” I will share examples of how I have demonstrated the PLP Success Behaviors throughout the school year. I will provide evidence of how I have been engaged, responsible, and accepting feedback in my learning. I will showcase projects, assignments, and assessments that highlight my growth and achievement. I will also reflect on areas where I can improve and set goals for the future. By showcasing my evidence and reflecting on my learning journey, I will demonstrate that the PLP Success Behaviors have prepared me to advance to the next grade. Thank you for your support and for believing in my potential as a learner.🤩🤓
First, one of the projects I was very engaged in was Destination Imagination. Destination Imagination (D.I.) was very helpful and improved my focus and engagement skills because we had to be very engaged with every task we did. When we were put into groups, each member had an important task in the project. It became clear that when some teams had missing members, they seemed to be struggling a little. This showed that every member being engaged was a key element for this project. Through D.I., I learned the importance of collaboration and how my active participation could influence the overall success of our group. For example, during our problem-solving activities, I had to communicate effectively and ensure that I was contributing my part to meet our deadlines. This experience has taught me that being engaged means not only focusing on my tasks but also being aware of how my contributions impact the team. Working on this project allowed me to practice my problem-solving skills in real-time. We often encountered unexpected challenges, and staying engaged meant being adaptable and thinking creatively to find solutions
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Second, a project that showcased my responsibility was the spring exhibition. This project highlighted my responsibility because I had to be accountable in my role as a team member. Each team member was responsible for their own part in making the ads, snacks, and other elements for the exhibition. I demonstrated my responsibility in several ways. For instance, I baked cookies, made friendship bracelets to give out, and created the video ads for our presentation. Baking cookies required me to manage my time effectively, and ensure that the cookies were ready on time. Making friendship bracelets involved attention to detail and dedicate time to producing a quality product. Creating the video ads required me to plan, and edit content, ensuring that it effectively communicated our message. Through this project, I learned that being responsible means being reliable and following through on commitments. My contributions were essential to the success of the exhibition, and I took pride in ensuring that my tasks were completed to the best of my ability. This experience reinforced the importance of taking ownership of my responsibilities and the impact it can have on the overall success of a team project. Overall, the spring exhibition project was a significant opportunity for me to demonstrate my responsibility. It taught me the value of accountability and reliability, both of which are crucial for my advancement to the next grade.
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Third, I have demonstrated my ability to accept feedback, both positive and negative, through the Two Stars and a Wish method used by my classmates. This method involves receiving two positive comments (stars) and one area for improvement (wish) about my work. By consistently participating in this feedback process, I have learned to embrace constructive criticism and use it to enhance my learning. For example, during our group projects and individual assignments, I would receive feedback from my peers highlighting what I did well and suggesting areas for improvement. One time, a classmate praised my creativity in a presentation (a star) and my thorough research (another star), but also suggested that I work on my public speaking skills (the wish). Instead of feeling discouraged by the wish, I viewed it as an opportunity for growth and actively worked on improving my presentation delivery in future projects.
In conclusion, throughout this T-POL, I have demonstrated that the PLP Success Behaviors have prepared me to advance to the next grade. By showcasing my engagement in the Destination Imagination project, my responsibility during the spring exhibition, and my ability to accept and act on feedback through the “Two Stars and a Wish” method, I have provided clear evidence of my growth and achievement. These experiences have not only highlighted my strengths but also helped me identify areas for improvement. I am committed to continuing my development as a responsible, engaged, and reflective learner. Thank you for your support and for believing in my potential as I advance to the next grade.
the next grade. Thank you for your support and for believing in my potential as a learner. 😎🥸
