Name of the Assignment: Treehouse Design + Build Challenge Subject: Engineering Facilitator/Teacher: Mr.Hazlet
Describe the assignment and goals for the work sample you selected.
Each person in the class had to make their own self standing treehouse that is at least 22 inches tall from the ground somewhere on the house and from the ground up to the floor of the treehouse is at least 12 inches tall. There had to be three irregular (different shaped ) legs that it sits on. Each person had two weeks to plan, gather needed materials, and fully complete the assembly of the treehouse.
Explain why you chose to select this work sample to share on your portfolio.
I chose this work sample to be on my portfolio because I knew it represented the thinking and problem solving 21st Century Skill . Also because I had fun doing the project and wanted to share my work.
How does the work represent a 21st Century skill?
This project addresses the Thinking and Problem Solving 21st Century Skill. The 21st Century Skill, Thinking and Problem Solving is . Each students topic depends on what 21st Century Skill they will categorize this project on. My project falls under the Thinking and Problem Solving 21st Century Skill. This is because my assignment shows that I needed to think a lot throughout my project and solve a lot of problems throughout my project to make a final product that I am satisfied with and that passes.
Explain how the sample demonstrates your current growth (how did this challenge you, how does it showcase your interests and abilities).
The most difficult thing about this project was knowing what materials were needed for the assembly of the treehouse, this also connects to the planning of the treehouse. This shows my interest because I chose to put it on my portfolio, this is because I was interested in the project and had a great time being able to do a hands on project at home.
Describe at least one area of opportunity for new growth (how would you like to improve from this point, what could you do better next time).
I could improve on this project by not planning too much and start building more. Something else that I could improve on is knowing what materials are needed for the project then knowing if I need to go ahead and buy any or go and get any materials. This is so I can possibly work on something else on the project using the materials I have access to so there is no time wasted.