Totem Pole: Learning Journey

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Introduction

The time has come to reflect upon our learning. Take some private reasoning time to think back to all that you have learned since our last time together. This month you are going to make the next symbol on your totem pole of learning.

Not only are we going to highlight our learning with our new symbol, but we are going to spruce up the fun in how we showcase our learning.

Are you ready?

Step 1: Private Reasoning Time

Private Reasoning Time

Take 60-90 seconds in silence and reflect on your learning. Think back to the goal you set for yourself in the last meeting. Did you reach the goal? Why or why not? Did a new pathway of learning develop since our last meeting?

Jot down the ideas and think about what element you want to showcase on your totem pole.

Step 2: Ponder An Symbol

Now comes the part where you need to take your learning and connect to a symbol.

This time we are opening the floodgates. Your symbol can be any sort of image or design that reflects your thoughts of learning from the few weeks. Doodle some designs. Think about the material you have and how the image can come to life.

Begin to sketch out what it is that you are going to create

Step 3: Create the Symbol

Tape It, Tape It Real Good!

Now comes the fun part! You are going to use colorful masking tape to design your image.

The tape comes in all colors. How will you cut it? Do you need large section, tiny sections. Be creative in your use of tape.

Have fun and let your judgment go! Embrace the fun and play of being a child again.

Step 4: Flipgrid Reflection

Record Yourself

Each person can then record a Flipgrid video explaining their build and symbols. Print and add the QR code to the corner so anyone can come in and learn about what people are learning.

Your Flip Code is totemaea and here is a direct link to the Grid:

https://flipgrid.com/totemaea

Also, here is a direct link to this new Topic:

https://flipgrid.com/518e422e