Week 4 Targets

For my first target of the week I need to take notes of everything teachers say in my lessons. In my coursework lessons such as product design and IT, it isn't as important, but I still need to take note of the key facts and pieces of knowledge that will be helpful throughout my A levels. When it comes to certain pieces of coursework or exams, I can look back on all of my notes and feel more confident whilst doing them.


My second target is to get my work done for every lesson, and make sure it's done in time for the set deadlines. To do this I'm going to keep note of every deadline set in lesson, and post it in a journal or booklet. I can then look in it whilst doing work and ensure my set tasks are completed for the appropriate time period. If I don't get all of my work done on time, I can fall behind and end up having to do catch up sessions which would be an inconvenience, it is much better to just get the work done on time.


My third and final target of the week is to stay focused during lessons and try to not get distracted by anything in them. Lately I have been falling behind a bit in lesson, and I need to learn to get my work done without going on my phone, talking to friends as much or other distracting things during lesson times.

Week 3 target review

I didn't end up completing both P2 and P3 due to not managing my time well enough. I did however manage to finish P2 using pictures to back up and emphasise my points as well as using multiple techniques to help improve my presentation. These consist of things like not overloading slides with information, using notes and thinking about target audience.

For my second task I did manage to keep up-to-date on all of my coursework for my different subjects. I was set a couple of tasks for media studies, and made sure to complete it all by posting all of my different research tasks on my media blog. I completed all work set throughout my English Language lessons and kept notes of all information given to me. We have also started a preliminary task in product design in which I am trying very hard to keep up-to-date on.


I am uploading this post a little late, but managed to get it on in the appropriate week. I have reviewed all of my targets so far and kept my posts as detailed as possible. If I manage to keep up with all of my blog posts and set my self targets every week I will improve my performance while working a lot.

Week 3 targets

 - My first target is to complete Mr Mullan's set work for the week. It is to complete the tasks associated with P2/P3. Ensure I carry out adequate research to enable me to complete the task with good detail and descriptions that are valid and well composed.


- My second target is to ensure that I complete all of the studies given the most effort that i possibly can to ensure that I succeed in my short term and long term goals. This includes keeping up to date with all coursework and starting revision for subjects i need to revise for.


- My third target is to complete my blog and ensure it is kept up to date with detailed descriptions. I need to give fair and valid evaluations using skills I've learned in my subjects. If I fall behind on my blog I will struggle to catch up so i need to prevent this as much as I can.

Week 2 targets review

I managed to space out my lessons more efficiently by assigning specific lessons to free periods and other free time. This helped in different ways as it meant I was a lot more organised in every lesson. If I need to complete more work in a specific lesson, I can assign more of my free time to that subject, so it's a flexible system.


After organising my school stuff at night, before I went to bed I managed to start getting on time in mornings. This helped as I cleared up all of the things I had to do in a morning, meaning I had more time to get to school, this has helped because it reflects better on me and looks as if I care about being punctual. This matters to me, as punctuality is a large part of getting a decent job.


I didn't end up completing P1 after the first week. This is due to having lots of other pieces of work set by my other teachers, and generally not having enough time to finish it. I did manage to get a lot of it done, and it doesn't require much more work so i will get it done as soon as possible to my best ability.

Week 2 targets

 -  For my first target this week I need to start spacing out effort between all of my lessons evenly. Previously, I have been prioritising certain lessons as opposed to working on them all equally. This is important so that my coursework in all classes is completed to a decent standard instead of a few being really good, and others being bad.


 - My second target is to be more punctual in the morning. I have been late multiple mornings lately and that has resulted in a detention. I will do this by waking up earlier and managing my time more efficiently, as opposed to being unorganised. This will help in different ways, as I will also have more time to do other things like complete work and revise.


 - Complete P1 set by Mr Mullan. I was set this piece of work this week, and the deadline is by the end of next week, though it would be better to get the work done as soon as possible so I have time for other activities throughout the week. It is quite a big document, so it will take a lot of time and effort to complete, I will use the resources provided by the teacher, and things I can find online to help finish it.

Week 1 targets review

I completed my work set by Mr Mullan and got it in before the deadline, I used free periods and my own time to get the work finished, and did it to my highest ability. After sending Mr Mullan the email containing my work, he quickly sent it back with comments helping me improve it.


For my second target, I fell behind on the task as I didn't find the time to go to Meadowhall, but I will try to go this weekend so I can be better equipped in every lesson.


I also completed my work for Mr Reilly to my highest potential, I researched the task using different sources on the internet, and also the documents Mr Reilly provided.  I used the different forms of research so that I could ensure everything I found was accurate and valid by making sure multiple sources said the same thing.


I managed to complete all of my media work using Microsoft PowerPoint. I explained all of the theories provided using sophisticated vocabulary and also lots of media terminology. I did it to my highest ability in order to show the teacher how much I knew about media.

Week 1 Targets

Post 1 - Personal Development Plan Targets

 

- Complete all of my IT work set by Mr Mullan for P7, this includes looking for a job on the internet regarding some type of IT, and creating a job application form for it. I will also have to create a draft copy, and a full version after looking at Mr Mullan's comments.

 

- Go to Meadowhall and purchase a multitude of different items that will help throughout sixth form like folders, highlighters, plastic wallets etc.

 

- Complete all work set by Mr Reilly for Unit 2, this is a leaflet that explains why information and data to a bank is important, and how they ensure it is all valid and reliable. I will have to go into a large amount of detail for every point I make to ensure I show a high level of understanding in my work.

 

 - Complete all of my media work which consists of  creating a PowerPoint that explains all of the theories, media language and other subjects. This will show the teacher how much I know about the subject, meaning I have to complete it to the highest quality as possible.