Saturday, January 31, 2015
January Updates
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Blog 13: Lesson 2 Reflection
Content:
1. I am very proud of the fact that in my Lesson 2 Presentation, I was able to go into greater detail on my mentorship and what exactly my topic is, through the answer to my essential question. I felt that in addition to answering my essential question I was also able to give a greater understanding for what I love to do.
2. a. What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 2 Presentation (self-assessment)?
AE P AP CR NC
b. Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 2 component contract.
I felt that my presentation had no issues with the different aspects of the rubric. Professionalism, Organization and Creativity, and Audience Involvement I felt were met in my presentation to at least the P level. The only aspect of the rubric that I feel that I did above P work in was in my Justification of Answer. I feel that the content I presented in my Lesson two was in depth and extremely detailed and beyond the expectations of the rubric. I feel I deserve an AE in that area.
3. What worked for you in your Lesson 2?
In my Lesson 2 Presentation I felt that explaining certain terms or processes as well as giving real life examples really helped my audience understand my presentation and preform the activity.
4. What didn't work? If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 2?
I noticed that while I was explaining certain topics in my presentation the topic may have confused some people.Especially because these areas can be verbose and that often just confuses the audience. Perhaps next time I will try to incorporate more real life scenarios or examples so the audience can relate to the information I am presenting.
5. What do you think your answer #2 is going to be?
The second answer to my EQ will most likely be, the best way for a lawyer to negotiate a transaction between two parties is through using clear and concise language,
1. I am very proud of the fact that in my Lesson 2 Presentation, I was able to go into greater detail on my mentorship and what exactly my topic is, through the answer to my essential question. I felt that in addition to answering my essential question I was also able to give a greater understanding for what I love to do.
2. a. What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 2 Presentation (self-assessment)?
AE P AP CR NC
b. Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 2 component contract.
I felt that my presentation had no issues with the different aspects of the rubric. Professionalism, Organization and Creativity, and Audience Involvement I felt were met in my presentation to at least the P level. The only aspect of the rubric that I feel that I did above P work in was in my Justification of Answer. I feel that the content I presented in my Lesson two was in depth and extremely detailed and beyond the expectations of the rubric. I feel I deserve an AE in that area.
3. What worked for you in your Lesson 2?
In my Lesson 2 Presentation I felt that explaining certain terms or processes as well as giving real life examples really helped my audience understand my presentation and preform the activity.
4. What didn't work? If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 2?
I noticed that while I was explaining certain topics in my presentation the topic may have confused some people.Especially because these areas can be verbose and that often just confuses the audience. Perhaps next time I will try to incorporate more real life scenarios or examples so the audience can relate to the information I am presenting.
5. What do you think your answer #2 is going to be?
The second answer to my EQ will most likely be, the best way for a lawyer to negotiate a transaction between two parties is through using clear and concise language,
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Blog 12: Mentorship 10 hours check
1. I am doing my mentorship at a digital media company known as The Collective LA, under the head of the legal department.
2. My contact's name is Federico Blanco. He is my mentor and the person who notified me of possible internships at the company when senior year started.
3. Total I have completed 18 Hours and 55 minutes of mentorship as well as some hours from my independent component.
4. Summarize the 10 hours of service you did. Over the summer, my mentor took time to introduce me to the staff he worked with and some basic guide lines and regulations he worked with. Federico and I worked on drafting a contract for a client that was in the process of getting a new show air time on television. In addition, I sat in on multiple discourses and phone calls in which the finer details of contracts that were already about to be finalized were discussed and filed the appropriate paper work for those transactions.
2. My contact's name is Federico Blanco. He is my mentor and the person who notified me of possible internships at the company when senior year started.
3. Total I have completed 18 Hours and 55 minutes of mentorship as well as some hours from my independent component.
4. Summarize the 10 hours of service you did. Over the summer, my mentor took time to introduce me to the staff he worked with and some basic guide lines and regulations he worked with. Federico and I worked on drafting a contract for a client that was in the process of getting a new show air time on television. In addition, I sat in on multiple discourses and phone calls in which the finer details of contracts that were already about to be finalized were discussed and filed the appropriate paper work for those transactions.
Monday, January 5, 2015
Blog 11: Holiday Project Update
1. Unfortunately I was unable to meet with my mentor over break because he took time off to be with his family and was only at the office for a short period of time. In addition, his daughter was born over break so he and his wife spent most of their time with the baby. Although I did manage to meet with him a few days before break and that was when we were discussing the details and some of the finishing touches of my independent component.
2. From my discussion with my mentor and one of his associates that deals with the construction of contracts, I learned that having a clear and concise document is important but not as important as that document outlining your clients best interests. This refers to how the client will be perceived in the eyes of the public, how long this document would be in effect and of course a reasonable method of payment. My mentor and his associate used an example of a deal they made with one of their clients and Youtube, I can't state the exact details of the contract for privacy reasons, but in short the client felt like they weren't the same as when they started and ultimately lost their popularity,
3. I would definitely talk to my mentor as he is one of the people that deal directly with the clients as far as getting to know their interests, where they're willing to compromise with another entity and ultimately facilitating knowledge into a deal. In addition to my mentor, I would talk to another lawyer probably not from the same company to see if there are different answers to the questions or different methods.
2. From my discussion with my mentor and one of his associates that deals with the construction of contracts, I learned that having a clear and concise document is important but not as important as that document outlining your clients best interests. This refers to how the client will be perceived in the eyes of the public, how long this document would be in effect and of course a reasonable method of payment. My mentor and his associate used an example of a deal they made with one of their clients and Youtube, I can't state the exact details of the contract for privacy reasons, but in short the client felt like they weren't the same as when they started and ultimately lost their popularity,
3. I would definitely talk to my mentor as he is one of the people that deal directly with the clients as far as getting to know their interests, where they're willing to compromise with another entity and ultimately facilitating knowledge into a deal. In addition to my mentor, I would talk to another lawyer probably not from the same company to see if there are different answers to the questions or different methods.
Sunday, November 30, 2014
Updates...
I am having trouble with the introductorty paragraph as well as the articles but I think once my mentor and I discuss the issues, it will be clear. thats all thats really been going on this past month
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Blog 10: EQ
Content
1. I reviewed the rule of three for writing an EQ.
Essential Question
Once a topic is chosen, the student will develop a working essential question. The purpose of the working essential question is to help the student build a strong foundation of research which will allow him or her to create an essential question that encourages depth and rigor in the chosen topic. An essential question must:
- Provide a framework for studies (It calls for breadth and depth of research, Is not a yes/no question)
- Take a stance (It allows you to argue some point, Cannot be a recitation of facts or a list)
- Format (It is specific, The wording makes sense)
- Tell us if each meets the rule of three.
- Tell why they do or don't.
Yes it meets the rule of three because
- Suggest research will be needed to decide what is the most important factor.
- It takes a stance of which factor is most important and why.
- Specifically aimed at healthy weight loss, and makes sense as it is written.
It meets the requirements, however I feel the last part, "criminal investigation" is not specific enough.
- Does provide framework for research in order to argue what is most important in securing the conviction
- Takes a stance on which factor is most important and why
- The "Criminal investigation" aspect of the EQ I feel needs to be a little more specific
No, this EQ does not meet the rule of three.
- This does not provide a framework for research, this can simply be answered by asking the customer
- I don't feel like it takes a stance on the issue, because no research can be conducted to argue for one hairstyle or another.
- Somewhat specific, but not enough for this EQ
Yes, this EQ satisfy the rule of three.
- Does call for a breath of research in order to answer the question, in terms of which treatment is best
- Does allow for an argument as to which method is best, this EQ takes the stance on what is the best way.
- I feel the "chronic pain" gave this EQ specificity, and the wording is clear,
3. Based on your review of the rule of 3 and your experience with assessing four EQs, please write another draft EQ for your senior project. The senior team will be meeting with students shortly for EQ revision and approval; you are expected to bring your research notebook to that meeting with your EQ draft written inside in pencil.
How can a lawyer best negotiate a transaction between two parties?
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Blog 9: Lesson 1 Reflection
Content:
1. Positive Statement
I am proud of the fact that I was able to articulate some of the more complex ideas clearly in my presentation and do so slowly because I was afraid I would glaze over something without really explaining it and not make time.
2. Questions to Consider
a. What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 1 Presentation (self-assessment)?
AE P AP CR NC
b. Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 1 component contract.
In terms of professionalism, I don't feel like I lacked in any of the aspects of that category. Although I was a little sick, I managed to speak as loudly and as audible as possible which I think engaged the audience. I also made time which means I was able to condense my content successfully while still making it clear which was also part of the rubric. As for justification of foundation, the research and articles I cited as well as my mentorship reflect the content I presented so I don't feel I was lacking on that area.
3. What worked for you in your Lesson 1?
I definitely feel that the research (mostly my mentorship) I had for lesson one aided me in clearly explaining some concepts and examples as well as rehearsing and referencing my sources so I have a clear understanding for the content I explain.
4. (What didn't work) If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 1?
I feel like my introduction and hook activity could have been better. Initially I had trouble coming up with a hook activity or at least one that didn't seem too boring. If I could go back in time, I would have tried to come up with a more engaging and fun hook activity to make my audience more attentive to the rest of my presentation.
1. Positive Statement
I am proud of the fact that I was able to articulate some of the more complex ideas clearly in my presentation and do so slowly because I was afraid I would glaze over something without really explaining it and not make time.
2. Questions to Consider
a. What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 1 Presentation (self-assessment)?
AE P AP CR NC
b. Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 1 component contract.
In terms of professionalism, I don't feel like I lacked in any of the aspects of that category. Although I was a little sick, I managed to speak as loudly and as audible as possible which I think engaged the audience. I also made time which means I was able to condense my content successfully while still making it clear which was also part of the rubric. As for justification of foundation, the research and articles I cited as well as my mentorship reflect the content I presented so I don't feel I was lacking on that area.
3. What worked for you in your Lesson 1?
I definitely feel that the research (mostly my mentorship) I had for lesson one aided me in clearly explaining some concepts and examples as well as rehearsing and referencing my sources so I have a clear understanding for the content I explain.
4. (What didn't work) If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 1?
I feel like my introduction and hook activity could have been better. Initially I had trouble coming up with a hook activity or at least one that didn't seem too boring. If I could go back in time, I would have tried to come up with a more engaging and fun hook activity to make my audience more attentive to the rest of my presentation.
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