Blog 4: Working EQ

1. Positive Statement: A positive outcome of what I have accomplished so far is that I have become much more aware my topic. I am now up to date about what is occurring with Algebra in California.

2. EQ Content: My first interview really helped me understand a teachers view on Algebra. Also, she explained the relationships between her and the students, which I came to realize was very important.

3. So far I have been able to find research easily. My first interview was very simple and easy to arrange. Overall, I have been able to obtain information without too much struggle or frustration.

4. What's troubling me now with my senior project is my mentorship. I am allowed to mentor with the math teachers at Rivera Middle School, and I am sure I could also mentor with other schools. However,  I still have to attend I-Poly classes, so my schedule will not allow it. I have been thinking about mentoring with tutors or just mentoring during Saturday School, so that might solve my problem.

5. Finding Value:

• I would like to study more about the educational system revolving around Algebra. I also want to study different teaching strategies. 
• My goal by the end of the year is to help students at I-Poly with Algebra related work. I hope to tutor many students over the course of Senior Year. 
• The next person I would like to talk to is Mr. Covarubias. Mrs. Murillo had pointed me to his direction. He is the head of the math department at Rivera Middle School, as well as an Algebra teacher himself.