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Making Mistakes, Finding Solutions
In Module 2, you begin working on your Genius Hour Quest. This module is all about defining what you are doing and trying out something you have never done before. During this module, do not be afraid to make mistakes! You learn a lot from making mistakes and overcoming them.
Sketching an Idea
Sketching an Idea
It's helpful to explain an idea to someone when you sketch it out on paper to show them. It can also help you understand all the different parts of your project. Follow along with this video to learn some helpful tips about sketching ideas as a method of communication.
Reflect | How can I explain my idea to others? Can I use drawings and pictures to help illustrate my quest?
Types of Plans & Why We Need Them
Types of Plans & Why We Need Them
There are many different ways that you can plan a project. Each type of plan is useful in different circumstances. This video explains all about long-term plans (what we call the Action Plan) and short term plans, like a Daily Agenda.
Creating an Action Plan
Creating an Action Plan
Creating an Plan of Action is really important to make sure that you achieve everything you want to. This starts by identifying what your final goal is and what different milestones you need to accomplish along the way.
On your Portfolio Website, you will create a short Action Plan in the My Process tab. Watch this video to learn more.
Finding Resources
Finding Resources
As you work on your plan for your Quest, you might find that you need a certain resource; maybe you need a book or article, or maybe some cardboard or wood. We all know how to Google Something, but how can you know what resources are the most helpful? Watch this video to learn more!
Reflect | What are some of the resources I found to help me in my quest? How can I credit those that made them?
Identifying Failures
Identifying Failures
In your Genius Hour Quest, you might fail. And that's OK! Failure is a great way to learn. It is imporatnt that when you fail, you get back up and try again. Watch this video to hear about a time that Mr. Niek failed and how he got up and tried again.
Reflect | What are some fo the challenges I have faced? Did part of my quest not go to plan? How do I plan to overcome this?
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