Initial Questionnaire Semester 2

Computer Applications

Initial Questionnaire for returning students.

January 2015

Name	Ruben Chocron
What have you studied previously in this class?	Coding Java - with Greenfoot and with CodingBat
What do you want to learn this time around? Why do you want to do this? Do you have any specific long-term learning goals?	I want to continue working with Java. I want to prepare myself for the AP, and so for this upcoming quarter I will be working on CodingBat, and finish level 1 at least.
Look at the assessment guidelines for the course. Do you have any questions or comments about how your performance is assessed?	I don't have any questions. I remember from last semester.
On the right is a description of the performance of a student who would earn a B (85) in the class. Reorganize this list, putting your most successful behaviours at the top and least at the the bottom.	He is respectful of all members of this learning community and his behavior is in compliance with all school policies, in particular the RUP (Responsible Use Policy for Technology) and Academic Honesty Policy. Typically this student makes effective use of class time by increasing his competence and confidence using software that he has chosen. His written communications (Blogs, and reports) are done according to deadlines and contain enough information for the teacher to understand what he is doing, what kinds of problems he is facing and how he feels about his learning experiences. During class he remains focused on the task at hand and generally respects the integrity of the learning environment for all students. He has positive attitudes towards acquiring technology skills, and makes a conscious effort to acquire new skills and apply them in meaningful ways. He is an independent learner, who tries to solve problems by himself, and finds effective ways to overcome problems using a variety of other resources. His oral communication during class is focused on the learning tasks that he is engaged in. He attends all class sessions, coming and leaving on time, and making sure to make up missing time by working during free periods or at home.  He informs the instructor if he knows he will be absent in the future.
In what way are you interested in becoming a more successful independent learner using technology?	I wish to learn code. I wish to learn it well so that I would be able to code as if I were writing an essay in English class.
Would you be willing to take a leadership role in the class, helping other students who are beginning to learn skills where you have experience?	I would. I know that many students that are new would like to try something to do with code, and they often start with Greenfoot. I am here and willing to help anyone that requires my assistance, and I think I would be a particularly good help considering I did the same thing as they did.