The school year is coming to a close, but senior project is finally over. Presenting to a room of over thirty people for about an hour was an unforgettable experience. I was not sure how well I would do speaking for so long but surprisingly I managed to get comfortable enough to speak clearly and with confidence. I'm actually proud of how I did, despite not making time (that's what happened, sadly).
Reflecting on the senior project, I am glad I was able to do mentorship at an orthodontist's office and learn more about the field. It allowed me to see all sorts of cases and really piqued my interest in orthodontics so perhaps I might be able to use what I know in the future in my career.
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Blog 23: Senior Project Reflection
(1) Positive Statement
What are you most proud of in your block presentation and/or your senior project? Why?
I am most proud of my research content. I managed to talk for forty minutes and was able to get all of my points across to the audience. The information I gave also brought out many good questions so I feel that the audience really learned from what I had to say.
(2) Questions to Consider
a. What assessment would you give yourself on your block presentation (self-assessment)?
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b. What assessment would you give yourself on your overall senior project (self-assessment)?
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(3) What worked for you in your senior project?
My PowerPoint seemed to have flowed smoothly, and my activity -- although short -- went better than expected. From past experience with activities like mine, the audience tends to give simple answers but they showed understanding and that they really grasped what I taught.
(4) (What didn't work) If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your senior project if you could go back in time?
If I could go back, I would make my activity longer. My activity ran too short so I would make sure there was something more, like meeting with each group instead of waiting for their hands to raise, or having the groups find a group with the same case and confer on their diagnoses and treatment decisions.
(5) Finding Value
How has the senior project been helpful to you in your future endeavors? Be specific and use examples.
Senior project has helped me learn how to conduct my research and be resourceful. With so few print sources available, I have had to get most of my data and research from databases and my mentor. Additionally, this project has placed my foot in the door for a career in orthodontics. If I choose to pursue this topic for study, I will have a place to do internship and someone to recommend me for a graduate program. Senior project has opened doors that will help me in the future.
What are you most proud of in your block presentation and/or your senior project? Why?
I am most proud of my research content. I managed to talk for forty minutes and was able to get all of my points across to the audience. The information I gave also brought out many good questions so I feel that the audience really learned from what I had to say.
(2) Questions to Consider
a. What assessment would you give yourself on your block presentation (self-assessment)?
b. What assessment would you give yourself on your overall senior project (self-assessment)?
(3) What worked for you in your senior project?
My PowerPoint seemed to have flowed smoothly, and my activity -- although short -- went better than expected. From past experience with activities like mine, the audience tends to give simple answers but they showed understanding and that they really grasped what I taught.
(4) (What didn't work) If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your senior project if you could go back in time?
If I could go back, I would make my activity longer. My activity ran too short so I would make sure there was something more, like meeting with each group instead of waiting for their hands to raise, or having the groups find a group with the same case and confer on their diagnoses and treatment decisions.
(5) Finding Value
How has the senior project been helpful to you in your future endeavors? Be specific and use examples.
Senior project has helped me learn how to conduct my research and be resourceful. With so few print sources available, I have had to get most of my data and research from databases and my mentor. Additionally, this project has placed my foot in the door for a career in orthodontics. If I choose to pursue this topic for study, I will have a place to do internship and someone to recommend me for a graduate program. Senior project has opened doors that will help me in the future.
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Blog 22: Mentorship
Literal
A log of my mentorship hours is located here.
My mentor's name is Dr. Banh and can be reached through his clinic/office at (626) 339-5111.Interpretive
The most important thing I gained from my mentorship experience is an idea of what it is like to work in an orthodontics office. This is important because it helped me realize that I would like to work as an orthodontist in the future, but am still exploring my options.Applied
Mentorship has helped me answer my EQ because I was able to see techniques applied on real people, rather than simply reading about it or looking at models. In order to learn about what is important to a patient's treatment, I needed to see treatment in action.
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Exit Interview
What is your essential question, and what are your answers? What is your best answer and why?
EQ: What is the most important factor an orthodontist must consider when treating a patient?
Answer 1: Orthodontists must understand their patients' needs in order to treat them.
Answer 2: Patient compliance should be taken into account when treating a patient.
Answer 3: Timing is key to treating a patient.
My best answer is Answer 1 because it is my most fundamental answer, and orthodontists have to look beyond what they see with the naked eye and check every facet of the cases they take on when treating patients.What process did you take to arrive at this answer?
My mentorship, independent components, and research brought me to this answer. I would have to credit my mentorship with my best answer because I got to see the treatment plans in action and learn through my interviews about what orthodontics is all about.What problems did you face? How did you resolve them?
My biggest problem was my research because of the My access to databases and research portals was very restricted due to the fact that I am not a college student or a member of a research institution. There were also few books available about orthodontics, and even fewer that helped answer my essential question. Luckily, I gained some access to research through my time in Young Scholars, and my mentor was able to answer every question I had in relation to orthodontics and my project.What are the two most significant sources you used to answer your essential question and why?
1. The interview I had with my mentor. Dr. Banh was able to provide a well-thought-out response to all of my questions and helped me polish my answers and evidence.
2. "The Rationale of Orthodontic Treatment" from An Introduction to Orthodontics by Laura Mitchell. This book was my starting point and the foundation for my research and answers.
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