THE PLENARY
The plenary experience was a positive one for two main reasons:
First, I enjoyed meeting two GW graduate students who take sustainability and recycling seriously and play an active role in our community to improve GWU. Although most of the information they provided is posted on GW's websites, it was see how dedicated these students are to make the school a more environmentally friendly institution. Their passion contaminated me and I'm more aware of the significance of this program.
Second, it was educational experience. In other words, now that I better understand GW’s recycling and sustainability programs, I am better equipped to explain them to my friends. And in effect, I did teach my roommate a few things and now we’re a little more conscious about recyclables and energy efficiency. So now when we leave are room, we double-check that all lights and the AC are off.
THE LAB
The lab was fairly simple and didn’t require a lot of previous knowledge on the subject or extensive preparation. We did familiarize ourselves with the equipment and our TAs and, in truth, that’s what I most got out of it.
If I get technical, there is something I didn’t like about the lab- the math. I understand I’m in a science related course and thus mathematics are inevitable but frankly, I’m not good at it. Don’t get me wrong I’m not complaining, on the contrary, I’m admitting I’m a bit slower when it comes to numbers and formulas. So far I’m taking it patiently, one number at a time.
P.S. Am I writing enough? If you need or would like me to be more expressive please tell me. Generally, I like to summarize but it doesn't mean its because I like to work less. I'm accustomed to saying things concisely.
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First, the P.S.: I like your summaries -- they help me see what you are learning and areas where I might need to make adjustments to the course.
When you summarize what you learned in a previous week, make sure you give enough detail so I can make sure you got the right info and truly understand concepts. Revealing mistaken understandings isn't held against you -- it identifies learning moments.
Good, you got what I wanted out of the plenary. I think some of the concepts they discussed will really help as we move into the projects.
The labs are intended to be additional opportunities for learning about topics covered in the course and classroom. The math is a good example that I would rather not teach in the classroom (except, of course, if someone asks a question) if it falls naturally under the lab activities. Everyone, including fellow students, is glad to help anyone who is having any trouble with numbers and formulas. I'm glad you are looking at this as an opportunity to improve math skills.
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