BOB; circles

Circle Geometry was by far the hardest unit yet. It was alright at first because we went through it as a class, step by step. Although, I didn't always understand the investigation because of my poor measuring skills. But, when all ten investigations were done I finally understood it all. I find it more easier for me to understand things when I'm told of what to look for and practicing it, rather than finding it out myself. Most of the investigations, I didn't know what I found because my measuring skills aren't so good.
I'm happy that I reviewed before the pre-tests and quizzes because that's where it came in place, piece by piece I began to understand what was going on and why different angles are the same or two times larger. This happened on Thursday I believe. It was like someone had replaced a light bulb to the lighthouse in my head. However, I wasn't prepared enough. So, my options are study harder or study harder (haha).
The up side is, I understand the theorems and I look for different triangles and angles. The down-side is, sometimes I doubt myself and have second thoughts about some things, which makes me to change my answers (which were right in the beginning). But, most of the things, I understand. Well, I hope that everyone does well and studies hard. See you all tomorrow fellow class mates!

-SAMUS

B.O.B.

Once again, a unit finished.
This semester is almost over too. (tear*)
The circle geometry unit was a lot of fun. I really liked this unit, mostly because it involves looking at a real image and trying to figure out measures. I like how everything all connects, when you find one part you can also find another. The trouble I have is remembering the theorems. I'll just have to look over my math dictionary more. That's all for now, good luck!!

BOB

I actually found this unit to be the easiest out of all the other units we've worked on. I have the whole concept down on what Circle geometry is all about. Remembering the names of the theorems is probably the only thing I have to get used to. Other than that, I think I'll finally be able to get this test down and get a well rounded mark from it. I hope it's the same with everyone else. Study hard, and Good luck!

Circle Geometry: Theorem Summary

Okay, so I was responsible in making the first post dedicated to Circle Geometry and now I'm responsible in making the last post dedicated to Circle Geometry. Just like the first post, the following information is the "Dictionary Information."

The usual human brain can only remember at max 7 items, according to Mr. K. In remembering a phone number, we chunk the 7 digits into 2 groups so its easier to remember. Just like remembering a phone number, we chunk all the theorems into 4 categories.

next scribe is crysta! go crysta! i'm sure you'll find some new innovative way for learning just like what u did with that bubbleshare thingy! =)

BOB

Well, I think that this unit is pretty much straight forward for me. I think that I can do better in this test if we only practice more or at least spend one more class using the theorems.The name of the theorems doesn't really stick on my mind so I devise a naming method myself. Hopefully we can all have an excellent mark in this test.
******BREAKING NEWS******
THe test is postponed FOR MONDay.
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BOB - Anatomy of Circles

Well well well. Another test, another BOB. I find myself saying that in every BOB entry I write. Anatomy of Circles... well it hasn't been my favourite unit but more of a reason to look foward to our test tomorrow (so it'll be the end of it). I don't know why but I guess this whole theory of circles is something I find hard to understand and process in my brain by myself. We'd be in class and Mr. K goes over it step by step and it seems to be okay. I understand the rules and different theoroms when I'm in class. However when I get home and is presented a question- I sometimes dont even know where to start. I guess it is the fact there is a broad number of ways to solve any given question. Well, hopefully we all pull through the test tomorrow. As for myself I don't expect myself to do incredibly well :(, since it is one of my weaker units.

WELL GOOD LUCK AND GOOD NIGHT :)

11 days until christmas!

BOB - circle geometry

Yet another unit test. I was supposed to have two tests tomorrow. One for pre cal, and one for chemistry. Luckily! my chemistry has been postponed to monday. haha. Well, this unit was really confusing for me. I found it difficult at first to prove everything. And i still haven't memorized all those theorems. :\ Well, lots of cramming tonight! Anyway, i'd like to become like, pro at this. so i'm going to keep practicing to keep myself familiar with it. Besides that everything is fine. I've spent my whole evening besides my brothers christmas concert on math, so it's time for my break. Happy holidays guys! And again, good luck tomorrow on the test. =)