MAUS

This term, we began a new project, the first in PLP. Our project was centered around MAUS, a postmodern graphic novel about the Holocaust, and also about its own creation. The book was an interesting read, as all of the events actually happened and it gave me a unique perspective into a real person’s mind… Continue Reading MAUS

tPOL 2024

Introduction of teacher and parents. Thank you for coming to my presentation of learning. I am the expert on my own learning. I am also responsible and accountable for my own learning. You can expect me to give an honest evaluation of my progress. We will discuss my strengths and opportunities for growth. Thank you… Continue Reading tPOL 2024

Fear Factor

Fear. Fear can drive us. Fear can keep us alive. Although we too often forget that fear can control us.  For the latest PLP project we were studying the fear and paranoia instilled by the Cold War. This was one of my favourite PLP projects to date because of how much freedom we were given… Continue Reading Fear Factor

Let’s get Political

In recent years, the percentage of young people enacting on their right to vote has dropped reasonably sharply. Many of these people asked the question: Why should I vote? We were tasked with creating a 10 minute long presentation engaging enough to captivate the shortening attention span of this demographic, while also being informative enough… Continue Reading Let’s get Political

About Me

Hi, I’m Noah. Welcome, this is my blog. I’m currently enrolled in the PLP program, so most of my posts will be PLP related, typically about projects we do in the program. I love to ski, bike, and listen to music. Ski.mov My playlist I’m also passionate about editing, whether that means photoshop or editing… Continue Reading About Me

Incongruent Lies

You probably have no idea what lies and incongruencies are. Well, its the name of this project, and also happens to be somewhat the opposite of truth and reconciliation. You probably know what truth and reconciliation is, so now you probably know what this project is about. For those of you still lost, this project… Continue Reading Incongruent Lies

Habits

Habits are important. Even the small ones can make a big difference. Actually the smallest habits, or the Atomic Habits, are the most important habits, according to James Clear.  If you don’t know who James Clear is, he’s the guy who wrote Atomic Habits, the book that this project is based on.  The driving question… Continue Reading Habits