Progress

Corey Roane 4/5/2009

1. This week i started taking my project more seriously. I should have done this from the beginning but i procrastinated and am trying to catch back up. I have a lot of work ahead. I did four pages in writing, in terms of my research paper which is pretty good but still needs revisions. Ive laid a lot of my research out and everything is pretty much highlighted which is good. There is still more to do and i am on the task. 2. I would like to further more get a better understanding on my topic and pin point my main argument. This would allow me to elaborate on much of my issues and show the i have a strong idea about what im talking about. 3.Ive asked my mother who is my mentor and my expert advisor. They've both agreed that my idea for an interview would be an good idea. They gave me input on how to make it better. I've learned that i need to choose an age bracket and if i am going to choose a certain group of kids or if its going to be random.

4/17/09 1. I've narrowed down finally what I think my project should be. Although I wanted to do the social experiment Ms. Valenza advised me it wouldn't be scientifically correct. This leaves me with the option of interviewing students randomly or having them feel a an emotional chart. 2.Finish my paper is my number one goal. Since this is due next week i will make my revisions and go from there. When reading over my paper if i see anything that i think i should add i will do so. After this my project will become my primary goal for the class. This is very important and i am starting to become troubled by this. In addition, my power point is still a significant part of this process. 3.I have sought input for the librarian, my mentor and my teacher. I still have to talk to my expert adviser who may give me another idea on what i should do. Hopefully this will make a difference and put me were i need to be, as far as finishing the project. 4/24/09 1. I've decided since all of my other projects ideas were not able to meet the criteria i will do an emotional chart. I will have students listen to a different variety of songs then circle the which emotion it makes them feel. For instance if they listen to a violent song and it makes them feel depressed then they will circle depressed. 2. Turn in my paper on time on Monday is my number one goal. After this i would like start getting more serious in regarding my project and have another conversation with Ms. Valenza about what she thinks. After this i would like to start thinking about my power point and how i will set everything up. I have to make sure i have a wide enough knowledge on my topic so i can discuss everything. 3. My mother has helped me and continues to. I plan on seeing my expert this weekend which should also be an help.