Native American Design

1.Address what is well known for this beadwork.

It is well known for beauty.

2.What is a key concept you will be using in this lesson?

Mathematical skills will be used in the lesson.

3.What type of symmetry is this design type based on?

Four fold symmetry is used.

4.In Four Fold Symmetry #1, what do the 4 types of images have in common with geometric images?

They all have in common reflection symmetry, x and y axis and beads

5. List the 4 images.

- Embroidery, Plain Indians
- Shoshoni Beadwork
- Pawnee Buffalo Hide Drum
- Navajo Rug

6. In Four Fold Symmetry #2 Explain what is reflection symmetry.

It is when right half mirrors the left half.

7.Give an example of base 4 counting in Native American culture that is common.

Teepees are common.

8.Four fold symmetry #3 what is it commonly used for? Give an example

Healing ceremonies are in common.

9. Give an example of how four fold symmetry #4 is shown and used.

Yupik parka decoration

10.How is four fold symmetry #5 shown? What type?

Cartesian Coordinate system (rows and columns)

11.When was Native American Beadwork created?

Created before Europeans arrived.

12. Name 2 examples of how these designs were used.

Clothing and decorations
Record messages of historical events

Communication

My communication consisted of text messages, phones calls, emails and other. Other can be anything from internet research to social media. Text messages was my top use of data.  In comparison with my classmates, it was also true that they that many text messages. For me communication is easy and fast with the use of text messages. Other ways I can communicate is using snap chat and twitter.

Scaverger Hunt Reflection

I had a great time finding all of these different components. It was easy for me to do this because I use the computer quite often. I am good with using Google however, I have trouble finding the correct link and i do spend time at it which is a down side.

Todays Class

Today in class my partners and I worked hard today researching specific laptops and desktops. I have an enjoyable time with no errors or problems.

Wordle

First Blog Post

Hi,
My name is Stephen. I am a current student at Reading Memorial High School. I am involved in the Robotics Team here at the high school. I have recently made this blog as part of an elective that I am taking called Computer Applications. I have a dog named Tessie who is 6 years old. She is a golden retriever. Thanks for checking out my blog.
Stephen