Reflection of Business and enterprise

 

Connected creativity

 Debate

For the past few weeks in Debate studies, we have been debating in groups of 3's against each other. Each period we got a different topics and groups, in which we had to write our reasons about that topic and then debate against the other team. I really enjoy debating as we get to state our opinions about that topic and try to persuade the judges and opponent. 

Thoughts on our school starting a debating team? 

My thoughts on our school starting a debating team next year are positive, I really enjoyed debating and would love to do it again.

Forensics

 Footprint Analysis 

In forensics we have been learning about evidence. Yesterday we did a bit on shoe/foot prints. We put paint on our shoes and put our shoes on paper to see our shoe/foot prints. We saw that there were different sizes(length & width), patterns, how worn out it is, etc. We also did an activity in which we had to try and match the shoe/footprints. The different variables helped us predict which shoe would be which.

There are lots of different types of evidence left behind at the crime scene, one type is called impressions. Impressions are patterns left after being on the surfaces or people at crime scenes.

One type of impressions evidence are 'Footprints'.

Foot or shoe prints can be left behind at the scene and can be transferred onto a surface or left just as an imprint. 

Types of ways to predict more information about the foot/shoe print:

• Patterns

• Random damage

(Things like cracks, and cuts or a stone stuck in the bottom. )

• How much wear/damage(wear characteristics - how much they have worn it(if it is worn out or something)

• size

(It depends on the length and width of the shoe)

Can help us predict height and walking style.

Passion project: Forensic Study

Is it  a crime?

 1. Getting into a car:

possibilities: 

-Trying to steal the car.

- They may just be getting in the car.

- They could have lost there key and trying to open the car somehow.

2. Animal squashed on the road by a car:

- Accident( unintentionally gone over the animal).

- Intentional( they may not like animals or raccoons). 

3. Burglary:

- They could be stealing.

- They could be hiding their money.

- Halloween theme costume. 

4. Died:

- Poisoning.

- Could have dies from old age. 

- killed(intentionally). 

- Disease.

5. Died(is on the floor):

- Most likely a stab.

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6. Crash/accident of 2 cars:

- Sleepy driver/ Migraine.

- Underage.

- Could have had a heart attack( or some sort of sudden death/disease problem).

- Drunk.

- Distraction.

- Driving on wrong side (they may been from a country that drives on a different side).  

- Brake failure/ Car malfunction 

- Slippery road

- Natural disaster

- Hand illness/Problem

        By Chelsea.O and Vanshika

P.E

 Gymnastics 

For the last month we have been doing gymnastics in P.E. I feel gymnastics is a fun sport to do. In previous years when I have done gymnastics, quiet a few times we have done it in front of class mates and the things we did were not as interesting as this year. My favourite apparatus is the trampoline because it is fun to jump on it. The things I have learnt are highlighted in the doc below along with the things I already knew(which have been crossed out). 

My year 9 Gymnastic review doc

English: Social media madness#1

 Rewriting the sentences: 

1. TIRED! Physical therapy in the morning... I'm done for the day. As soon as Madison is home from girl scouts, hoping I can sleep!...

2. Me and my boo at the movie. Too cute.

3. You look so happy! Great picture. 

4. You should call me if you need something.

5. I'm single and I'm gonna love it. Fred and I are getting a divorce, he put a restraining order on me. He needs help. 

6. Thank you everyone, I'll be okay.

Science: Resistance

 How does resistance affect current?

Resistance: resistance is about pushing back. Resistance slows down the current. 

Current: Current is how quickly the electrons move.

Voltage: Is how much energy the electrons are carrying.

- In series: In a series circuit the electrons go/pass through one path.

-In parallel: In a parallel circuit the electrons split into the different pathways/branches.  

- The image on the left shows the difference between having a resistor and not having one/

-When there is a resistor the resistor slows down the currents.  

-More resistance means the currents are slower.

-less resistance means that the currents are faster.

To differentiate between the two: 

If you look at the series circuit with the resistor you will notice that the light is very less compared to the parallel circuit, which has more energy because there is nothing slowing down the electrons.

Electricity

 Circuits:

1. Series Circuit:

2.Parallel Circuit: 

3. What is the difference between a series & parallel circuit?

- Series: In a series circuit all electrons pass through one path. 

- Parallel: In a parallel circuit the electrons split ways, and go down to the different branches.

4. What is Voltage and current in a circuit?

- Voltage is how much energy the electrons carry. 

- Current is how fast and slow the electrons move.

5. Explain why a string of Christmas tree lights would be parallel no series?

- Christmas tree light will not be series because the electrons will need to split off to different branches(lights) in the light.

Maori Language week task

 Kia Ora, 

For maori language week, we did a task in which we had to create a splash page with words we could use when replying to "kei te pehea koe". 

Below is the final product: 

Physics

 Current Electricity:

1. What is the particle that moves in a wire? 

The particle that moves in a wire are electrons. Electrons move from the negative end to the positive end.

2. If there is a high current in a circuit what does it mean?

If the current circuit flow gets too high it will melt the fuse. They are burning/ moving too fast. 

3.How does electricity work to heat up a stove?

Electric energy transforms into heat energy and heats up the stove.

4. Where is DC electricity used? Where is AC electricity used?

- Direct Current(DC) is used in charging batteries, etc.

- Alternating Current(AC) is used in plugs, lights, etc. 

Physics

 Static electricity

1. The particles that make up everything are Protons, Electrons and Neutrons. 

- Protons have Positive charge.

-Electrons have negative charge.

-Neutrons have no charge.

2. It means it wants to have the same number of positives and negative.

3. Insulator does not pass electricity. If an Insulator passes on energy it is conducting( passing on electrons). 

4. Example of static electricity.

-Rubbing a balloon on hair.

-Jumping on a trampoline. 

The cay: Q and A

Chapter 12-13 - Q&A

1. Timothy and Phillip have been on the cay for forty-eight days.

2. Phillip puts a wet cloth on Timothy's fore head and gives timothy water. 

3. Phillip is ready to climb the coconut tree because he is confident and willing to reach the top of the coconut tree. He wants to help Timothy and gather food.

4. I think that Timothy is trying to teach Phillip survival skills because timothy wants Phillip to be prepared for any situation that may occur, if Timothy is not there anymore.

5. I think the reason why Phillip asked Timothy if he is still black was because Phillips thoughts/opinion about Timothy had changed and so he thought that timothy was not black any more.

Health: discovery task

Effects of social media

In Health we were set a task that required us to to chose a task from the following options,

We were also given the option to work alone or in pairs. My pair was Emalea.

The topic that we choose was 'Effects of social media'. 

The first thing we had to do after deciding on our topic, was to choose 6 big questions to answer. 

 

 

After answering all the questions we had to create an activity from the following:

We chose to make an essay, we chose to do an essay because it was the most simplest way to show our work as we did not have lots of time left. 

Below is the essay that Emalea and I created. 

DOCS - Effects of social media

We have learned that the strategies, we have created/come up with are helpful to use if you would like to improve your wellbeing/wa hauora.

It was challenging when I could not think of an answer, or a easier way to explain my answer. I coped with the challenge by asking for help when stuck on how describe my answer. I worked well with Emalea, I believe she helps me not get distracted which makes me finish my work, at good(decent) quality and on time . Next time I will not get distracted by those around me. I am really proud of the work I have created with Emalea.

The Cay: do now

 The Cay - Learn from home

Why is it difficult to live on a Cay?

I think that living on a cay would be a difficult thing because there won't be lots of resources, Compared to the current generation, the resources will be less advanced. Resources such as medicine, nutritious food, Clean drinking water, shelter to keep you decently warm or safe.  Living on a cay could be dangerous as we do not know what types of animals and harmful things exist there, because it an island there won't be a doctor to help you in need and you could get bitten by a living thing or touch a poisonous plant. Living on a cay is a task harder than it sounds, but I would still like to experience living on a cay. Living on a cay would be different from the life I live now.

P.O.V: living on the cay

Standing on the burning hot sand below me, It sure is a hot sunny day. looking in front, I see the vast, sparking, dark blue ocean, its waves, gently bumping into one another, forming movements in the ocean. I turn around to see the scenery behind me. I see the trees, mountain hills, By every mean all I see is green. The trees sway and suddenly I smell the heat of the day with a tint of salty ocean, although its a very, VERY hot day I seem to be enjoying the nice, hot feeling. I hear the rustling of the trees and the ocean waves, the light movements and then the caw, caw of the big birds. I look above me, the light blue sky, just makes me blush or maybe the sun right in the middle of the cloudless sky, it feels nice... really nice.

Langosta: week 5 do now

Langosta

Langosta is a lobster without claws.

What langostas could help with if stuck on an island?

If stuck on an island, eating langosta is a way to stop hunger, drinking its water after it is cooked and its shell could be used as a small cup to drink easily from. 

P.E: Volleyball reflection

Volleyball

When I first started volleyball for P.E this year, I lacked a lot of reaction to get the ball and did less sets. 

I believe currently I am doing better than when I first started. 

Now, I react faster when I see the volleyball, I do more sets and also try to position myself, so I could get the volleyball over the net without it going outside. 

I think the hardest thing about doing volleyball, is positioning yourself properly, so when the ball comes your way you hit it straight at the target(other side). 

The thing I liked most about volleyball was playing with my friends.

English: do now

 Calypso

Listening to the calypso reminds me of people doing a cultural dance in the beach or at night with the campfire. Or swimming under the sea and this song playing in the background. It is a very interesting song. 

Simile: 

Her voice is like a dolphin in the ocean. 

Chemistry: Types of energy

Types of energy 

Intro: 

We are learning about types of energy  and energy transformation. 

1. Heat energy:

- Energy produced by quick movement of particles. 

2. Kinetic energy:

-  Allows anything to move.

3. Sound energy:

- Anything you hear(sound). (vibrating particles that cause sound).

4. Light energy:

- Light that is visible.

5. Electric energy:

- In things that use electricity 

6. Elastic energy:

- In things that are stretched 

7. Chemical potential energy:

- Found in food(chemicals).

8. Gravitational energy:

- Things that are high above ground.

Energy Transformation: 

Energy does not be created or destroyed, it just moves from one type to another = transformation.

Example: Marshmallow cannons: 

1. Cut the base off a cup(polystyrene).

2. Cut  a balloon 1/2 way down the neck(of the balloon).

3. Stretch balloon.

4. Carefully put balloon over base of cup.

This is  a animation of how a marshmallow cannon works.

English: do now

Pontoon bridge

Pontoon bridges were used to move across rivers, as swimming across rivers would take a long time and would also tire the soldiers. They were also a good alternative to regular bridges because they use less resources, can be made faster and can also be reused. 

1. Why were these bridges created?

Pontoon bridges were used to move across water, because it took a long time to built a regular bridge and/or swim across.

2. How are they built?

They were built by connecting with planks and ropes.

3. How are they reusable?

Because they can be taken down and used in another river/area.

U-boat German submarine

 U-boat German submarine 

3 Facts: 

1. U-boats were the only weapons that were of advantage to Germany as the British blocked Germany's ports to supplies. 

2. Wilhelm Bauer was the person that design the ship in 1850.

3. In WW2 about 632 u-boats sunk. 

German U-boat:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzaMP5ZXryU

I selected this video because it explains a lot about U-boats.