Class Procedures and Reminders
Project Stack. Yesterday I worked through the backlog from last week, so now I am back on track to get through the whole stack this week! Meanwhile, you can check the stack to make sure I received your assignment email.
Weeks 13-14-15. As we get close to the end of the semester, make sure have a plan in place so that you can finish up with the points you need. You can use this Progress Chart to see if you are on track, and if you have any questions about that, just ask!
The following items are for fun and exploration:
Reading. Here are some thoughts to keep in mind as you do this week's reading! Everything I Need to Know, I Learned from a Book. :-)
Life. It's like "being the change you want to see in the world," but with a fire-breathing dragon.
Words from India. The word SWAMI comes to English via Hindi and Sanskrit:
Featured Storybook. This project is from the Indian Epics class: The Ravana Diaries. For many years, an archaeologist has been excavating ancient sites on the island of Lanka, seeking to learn more about Ravana, King of the Rakshasas. Finally one day he discovers just what he has always hoped to find: Ravana's own diary.
Growth Mindset: Today's growth mindset cat is learning to be fearless: Don't let your fear paralyze you. You can find out more at the Growth Mindset blog.
Event on Campus: Come enjoy a delicious free dinner and the Ballet Folclórico Xochipilli thanks to HASA at the Sam Noble Museum tonight starting at 6PM (details). Find out more about this and other events at the Campus Calendar online.
Check out the Twitter stream for information and fun stuff during the day, or click here for past announcements.