Transactional

Writing this piece made me confront the extremes of how society has historically defined masculinity, romance, and honor. By exaggerating arrogance, control, and moral double standards, I was able to highlight the absurdity of a system that rewards men for manipulation while blaming women for the consequences. The process made me reflect on how humor and satire can expose uncomfortable truths about power dynamics, gender inequality, and societal hypocrisy. It also made me think critically about the ways these attitudes have persisted, subtly influencing behavior even today. Creating this guide helped me understand not just the historical mindset, but also how carefully we must question what society deems “virtuous” or “desirable.” 

-> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_5paOFf-6qzlVwdgb1iuqbVfRE405p0Xaw1wcoYH634/edit?usp=sharing

Academic (Project)

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Assignments

The main assignments were the evidence tracker that tracked our evidence and analysation from the play and weekly articles to strengthen our understanding for the essential question. Completing the assignments, especially the evidence tracker, helped me develop a more organized and thorough approach to analyzing texts. By tracking evidence and connecting it to our weekly articles, I was able to see patterns, strengthen my arguments, and deepen my understanding of the essential question. The process encouraged me to not just gather information, but also to think critically about how each piece of evidence supports analysis and interpretation. Overall, these assignments reinforced the importance of careful documentation, reflection, and making connections between multiple sources to build a well-rounded perspective. 

Teamwork

Working in a team helped me see the importance of collaboration, communication, and compromise in achieving a common goal. Each member brought unique strengths and perspectives, and learning to listen and build on each other’s ideas made our work stronger than any one person could have done alone. At the same time, I realized that teamwork requires patience and flexibility, especially when disagreements arise or approaches differ. This experience taught me not only how to contribute effectively but also how to support others, adapt to challenges, and value collective problem-solving—skills that extend beyond the classroom into real-life situations. 

Discussions

Participating in fishbowl discussions allowed me to engage more deeply with the essential question and the weekly articles, moving beyond just reading to actively thinking and responding in real time. Listening to others’ perspectives challenged me to consider viewpoints I might not have encountered on my own, and explaining my own ideas out loud helped me clarify my understanding. I noticed how the discussion format encouraged both careful analysis of the texts and reflection on real-world implications, showing how concepts from the readings connect to societal issues and personal experiences. Overall, the process strengthened my ability to think critically, articulate my reasoning, and recognize the value of collaborative learning in exploring complex ideas.