Friday, 27 January 2017

Set two SMART Targets
Recall different learning style models
Identify ways to support each learning style
Plan out how to answer an essay question.

Today I have learn how to use Plasticine to make a dinosaur model. I have learnt that I need to make the rough shape and then mold them together.

Today one of my strengths has been making my dinosaur model out of Plasticine. I have almost completed him just need to make the arms and face.

Today one of my weaknesses has been not being able to finish off my design log as Rory has not been here to do his part of the work. 

Next week I will continue to make the rough shape before trying to mold them into a detailed model.

Thursday, 26 January 2017

PLZ LOOK

Aim: To be up to date with all assignments for U01.
Objectives:
Recall how to convert between number bases,
Review your PDP,
Identify work that is still due for unit 01,
Mark an evaluation,
Use independent study time effectively.

Today one of my strengths was finishing all two of my 4 assignments and doing half of another.

Today one of my weaknesses was talking to other people.

Today has gone well because I have finished all my work that I needed to do for this week.Related image
Aims and Objectives 14/12/2016

Lesson Aim:
Understand the higher layers of the OSI model and their relationship to the TCP/IP model
Describe the TCP/IP layers in relation to their workload and responsibility for other layers
End of term Quiz

Learning Outcomes
Identify the main differences between OSI and TCP/IP
Compare the OSI and TCP/IP models


Learning Objectives
Identify the main differences between OSI and TCP/IP
Compare the OSI and TCP/IP models
Can identify how data is transmitted
Can explain the differences between OSI and TCP/IP
Name and identify some network jargon
Name and identify most network jargon

Today one of my strengths were winning the Kahoot. First time that I have come first.

Today one of my weaknesses were reading about the information that I have.

Today I have learnt how to work out what the host number is when they borrow bits.


Aims & Objectives - Mon

Identify outstanding tasks
Identify upcoming deadlines
Identify areas of weakness
Research into weak areas of understanding
Complete outstanding tasks

Lesson Aim:
Completion of various assignments and practical exercises 


Learning Outcomes 
Virtualisation project
Unit 10 P1, P2/M1, P4, D1
Unit 10 P4, D1
Unit 2 P5, P6, P7

Learning Objectives 

Can show how an operating system is installed and software is updated to maintain security e.g. Anti Virus
Can explain Virtualisation and reasons for use
Install various software products to meet user specifications
Install Hardware items to meet a user specifications - Working to produce a completely functional PC.

Today I have learnt that rotoscoping was invented in 1915 by Max Fleischer.

Today one of my strengths was helping other people do their work well.

Today one of my weaknesses was not being able to find when draw on film was invented. Next week I will try harder to find when it was invented.
Aim: Investigate important aspects of animation and look for suitable examples.

Objectives:
Write three important aspects of a animation
Express your opinions well and use active listening skills to engage with group discussions
Research examples that support what you have chosen 
Consider peer’s research and begin using


Write a design log to the required standard

Decide upon an idea for your 2D animation
Write a detailed brief
Create storyboards 
Create detailed storyboards
Highlight camera and character movement within storyboards
Identify suitable sound assets 
Identify shooting / creation techniques to be used
Create a design log which clearly identifies the steps of the animation

Understand the difference between logical thinking and programming
Understand some basic programming terms and techniques

Understand what programming is and how it can be useful
Understand the process of running a program
Understand that there are different types of programming languages

Understand basic instructions
Identify features of a program
Write a simple program
Identify why different types of languages exist
Understand the importance of logical thinking
Run a program
Change a program
Identify key programming terminology 
Understand key programming terminology

Today I have learnt what a linker kind of does. Something about linking objects and libraries together.

Today one of my strengths was recording the sound with Rory for my animation.

Today one of my weaknesses was not being able to remember how to declare a variable in Visual Basic.


Reace development part two

Aim: Outline, detail or thoroughly demonstrate ideas for a 2D Animation with a sound track.

Objectives:
Investigate examples and grade work
Demonstrate creative research skills
Outline, describe or explain three different ideas and select a final idea
Create a storyboard(s)
Write a Design Log to the required standard that clearly states who has done what.

Today I have learnt how to use the spot heal tool on Photoshop. I have learnt this by editing an image that I wanted to use for my mood board.

Today one of strengths has been doing work without Rory here to help come up with ideas and do research.

Today one of my weaknesses has been Rory not being here as we could have done more work and also some of the pieces of work that I need Rory has at home and on his account. Hoping he is here tomorrow.

Friday, 20 January 2017

Aim: Research different learning styles models

Objectives:
Set two SMART Targets
Recall the VAK learning style
Work well in a group
Research different learning styles
Improve presentation skills

Today I have learnt about the concrete, abstract, random and sequential learning styles. An abstract learner is someone who uses their initiative to learn when they are learning something they look beyond what they see. 

Today one of my strengths has been working well in a group to produce a presentation. We did not argue in the group and it went smoothly.

Today one of my weaknesses has been my drawing skills, I couldn't get the right shape of my dinosaur it looked like a flower. To improve these skills I will practice drawing.

Image result for cute dinosaur triceratops

Thursday, 19 January 2017

Identify outstanding tasks
Identify upcoming deadlines
Identify areas of weakness
Research into weak areas of understanding
Complete outstanding tasks

Recall key facts about a brief
Write a brief
Define the term Pre-Production
Decide if you are working in suitable pairs and check these with the tutor
Decide upon an idea for your 2D animation
Write a Design Log to the required standard

Today I have learn that Flash was remade in to Animate because they wanted the software to support HTML5.

One of my strengths today has been finishing 2 of my assignments for U37 so I do not have a lot of work to do.

One of my weaknesses I have had today is drawing a dinosaur as it did not turn out as I wanted but I like what I have made.

I am working with Rory to make an animation about a dinosaur that wants a better headset.

Friday, 13 January 2017

Aim: To create a document which shows how you reviewed and improved your presentation.
Objectives:
Use logical deductions to avoid mines
Set two SMART targets
Identify employability skills from their definition
Find more evidence to meet the merit
Define VAK

Today I have learnt that my learning style is Kinaesthetic, this means that I learn through doing.

Today one of my strengths was completing minesweeper, this was a strength because it helps with logical thinking.

Today one of my weaknesses was not being able to use Ubuntu to complete my work. Next week I will reinstall Ubuntu so that I can complete my assignment. 

Thursday, 12 January 2017

Aim: Summaries, explain or comprehensively explain key historical developments of animation

Objectives:
Describe what Rotoscoping is and look 
at suitable examples from peers
Actively listen to input about Ofsted
Discuss key questions well in groups
Complete the Kahoot


Today I have learnt that the flick book was first made in 1868.

Today one of my strengths were doing my work quickly.

Today one of my weaknesses were being distracted by my class mates.

Wednesday, 11 January 2017

Lesson Aim:
Completion of various assignments and practical exercises - Sea of Green


Learning Outcomes 
Virtualisation project
Unit 10 P1, P2/M1, P4, D1
Unit 10 P4, D1
Unit 2 P5, P6, P7

Learning Objectives 
Identify the main differences between OSI and TCP/IP
Compare the OSI and TCP/IP models
Can identify how data is transmitted
Can explain the differences between OSI and TCP/IP
Can show how an operating system is installed and software is updated to maintain security e.g. Anti Virus
Can explain Virtualisation and reasons for use
Install various software products to meet user specifications

Aim: Complete re-submissions and recall key facts about animations.

Objectives:
Answer the question in the U31 Classroom
Complete any outstanding work
Investigate how to critically comment on work and what this means for your work
Complete the end of unit survey


Aim: To introduce the new unit
Objectives: 
Complete the A to Z for animation terms in pairs
Honestly answer questions for the survey
Define key words for different criteria
Write a report focused on animation techniques

Today I have learnt what a datagram is and why they are used.

One of my weaknesses today is not being able to type efficiently.

One of my strengths today is being able to research effectively.

Friday, 6 January 2017

Aims and objectives

Aim: To improve your evidence document to submission resubmission standard
Objectives:
Practice problem solving with numbers
Recall employability skills
Set two SMART targets
Improve your evidence document to pass standard
Recall key features of an evaluation
Escape a Zombie invasion

Today I have learnt how to escape from zombies in 17 minutes with 4 people.

one of my weaknesses that I have had today is not being able to figure out how to escape the zombies.

One of my strengths that I have had today is finishing all of my re-subs and most of my other assignments.

Today has gone well as I have been able to finish a lot of my work.

Thursday, 5 January 2017

Aim: Write a review for one of your animations.

Objectives:
Discuss the best definition of the term ‘review’
Decide on six different key areas from your brief 
Complete a star graph
Review a peer’s animation
Write a review
Write a headline for this session

Aim: Consider technical requirements for an evaluation and complete any outstanding work.

Objectives:
Identify the image search
Explain D2 criteria
Set yourself targets
Proofread work and submit


Today I have learnt how to use Animate CC more efficiently and quickly when making an animation.

One of my strengths of today have been the ability to figure out how to use Animate CC.

One of my weaknesses is that I have not been able to write my review for my looping animation as I have only now finished it.

I think that today has gone well as I have been able to finish the review for the .GIF and have finished my looping animation.

Wednesday, 4 January 2017

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Install software to meet a given need
Understand the uses of virtualisation
Install a OS
Be able to use a non Windows / Mac OS
Set up a OS to meet user needs
Source suitable software packages
Install software packages
Record sufficient evidence
Record problems encountered
Solve problems encountered
Work on outstanding work


Today I have learnt how to use virtualization and also how to use Ubuntu.

One of my strengths was working out how the different parts of virtual box works.

One of my weaknesses has been having to install my virtual machine multiple times.

I think today has gone well because I have been able to complete all tasks for virtualization.