A Reflection on Cultural Backgrounds

Today in class we explored bead looms and the cultural background of it. Bead work is well known for beauty. During this unit of study we will be focusing on the cultural background of Native American bead work and the mathematics it embodies. These designs are based on four-fold symmetry. We looked at four images of these designs. All of these images were made up of geometric figures. These four images were...

                  

One key term in this reading was reflection symmetry.   Reflection symmetry is when the right half is the mirror     image of the left. This four-fold counting is commonly used as an organizing principle for religion society and native technology. Navajo sand paintings are another example of four-fold symmetry. These are used in healing ceremonies. Another example is parka decorating in Eskimo culture. It is said that it is important for both sides to look exactly the same. Finally we read about the bead loom in which beads are designed in rows and columns. Native American bead work was created before European contact and was used in many ways such as clothing and wampum belts.

Scavenger Hunt Reflection

Today in Computer Apps we did an online scavenger hunt. It was very interesting because I learned about lots of websites I never knew existed. I feel as though I was very precise when searching for information. Although, I could work on using more advanced search engines; sometimes I used Wikipedia. Also, I could improve on going more in depth into the websites. Sometimes I would get frustrated if I couldn't find the information I needed but I think that if I looked a little harder I would have been able to find the information.

Computer Buying Project Reflection

In Computer Apps class we did a project where we had to choose between two computers to buy based on a certain scenario. It was very interesting to learn about the different components of a computer that I never knew about before such as the optical drive. Also it was very interesting to see the differences between two brands of computers. My partner and I researched a Dell computer and a Macbook. The Macbook seemed to be more expensive but had better features while the Dell was more affordable. Although, it was challenging to find some of the required components to the computer, such as the sound drive. I later found that it was not included in the certain computer that I was researching.

A Little About Me

Hi, I'm Emma. I'm 15 years old and a sophomore at RMHS. I dance at LaPierre school of dance. I do ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, contemporary, and modern. Also, I am involved with the drama program at my high school. I have two younger sisters and one older sister and a dog named Jasper. My favorite school subject is history. I hope you enjoy my blog!

Partner Reflection

Working with my partner has been good. We decided how to split up the work evenly and that has made it easy to get the project done because we each have a specific part to focus on. I am focusing on the dell computer and my partner is focusing on the Mac book. We have been able to communicate easily and have not had any problems working together.