Thinking laterally

What new invention can you create from the everyday objects you have in front of you?

How are laterally thinking skills and asset in the current business environment? 

See if you agree with this interesting article.

https://www.betterup.com/blog/what-is-lateral-thinking

Reading  – Multiple Choice

Read the article carefully and choose the best answer for each question.

1. What is the main idea behind lateral thinking?
   a) It focuses on identifying errors in logical arguments.
   b) It encourages solving problems using creative and indirect approaches.
   c) It relies solely on structured reasoning to find solutions.
   d) It is the same as critical thinking but with a different name.

2. Which of the following best describes how lateral thinking differs from critical thinking?
   a) Lateral thinking follows step-by-step logic, while critical thinking does not.
   b) Critical thinking aims to evaluate information, while lateral thinking generates new ideas.
   c) Lateral thinking is used for formal academic arguments, while critical thinking is not.
   d) Critical thinking always leads to innovative solutions, whereas lateral thinking does not.

3. According to the article, what is one of the main obstacles to lateral thinking?
   a) Overreliance on traditional educational methods.
   b) The inability to apply logic in decision-making.
   c) A lack of creativity in professional environments.
   d) The human tendency to follow habitual thought patterns.

4. Which of the following is an example of lateral thinking mentioned in the article?
   a) Analyzing statistics to make an investment decision.
   b) Finding a new use for an everyday object in an unexpected way.
   c) Using a step-by-step guide to troubleshoot a computer issue.
   d) Memorizing and applying a set of rules for logical reasoning.

5. How does the article suggest handling unconventional ideas in brainstorming sessions?
   a) Filtering out unrealistic ideas early to maintain efficiency.
   b) Evaluating each idea critically before discussing it with the team.
   c) Encouraging all contributions and postponing judgment.
   d) Focusing on ideas that align with existing company strategies.

6. What role does questioning assumptions play in lateral thinking?
   a) It helps confirm the validity of widely accepted ideas.
   b) It encourages people to challenge existing perspectives and find new solutions.
   c) It is only useful in academic discussions, not in practical problem-solving.
   d) It ensures that only logical conclusions are reached.

7. Which of the following best summarizes the benefits of lateral thinking for organizations?
   a) It helps companies eliminate all risks associated with decision-making.
   b) It improves logical reasoning and ensures strict rule-following.
   c) It fosters innovation and enhances problem-solving capabilities.
   d) It primarily benefits industries that rely on repetitive tasks.

How about enriching your vocabulary? 

Create an activity for the class with 5 new words from the above text..

1. b | 2. b | 3. d | 4. b | 5. c | 6. b | 7. c

Talking about sleep!

March 16th- 22nd

Hi everybody!

Due to the current situation, our class is upgraded.
Here you will find interesting videos, articles and activities to spend your time productively and keep in touch with English!
As we are currently spending a lot of our time at home, sleeping is everybody's favourite activity! Let's find out some interesting facts about it.

Watch the video

now answer the questions:

1. Why is it hard for teenagers to get the sleep they need?
2. How does sleep deprivation affect teenagers' school life?
3. What kind of impact does sleep have on behavioral or social development?
4. How can parents help their children get the hours of sleep they need?

Answer here

C2 Check some interesting facts about sleep.

https://restonic.com/blog/shocking-sleep-facts-8547

So, are you sleep deprived? Let's find out.

https://purple.com/blog/sleep-deprived-quiz

Last but not least, watch the video and take the vocabulary quiz 

here https://www.engvid.com/talking-about-sleep-in-english/

Finally, match the words with the definitions.

1.power nap

2.doze off

3. insomnia

4. being fast asleep

5. black out

6.sleepwalking

a. walk around and perform other actions while sleeping

b. a short sleep taken during a working day to restore mental awareness

c. to sleep deeply

d. to fall into a light sleep, especially during daytime

e. to lose consciousness or memory for a short  time

f. trouble sleeping 

Write your answers here. 

C2

Do the test with your family and share the results on your canvas. 

How different are the sleeping habits of your family members? 

What are the factors which determine the differences?

Share here.

C2

Have fun!!

The Write Right Project and Chef Dreams

Find the  essays from Mr McNulty's class in the link below and give feedback to the respective writing.

https://www.crsd.org/Page/37407
Joanna 1
Dimitra 2
Christina 3
Athena 4
Prokopis 5

John 7
Irene 8
Margaret 9
Annie 10
Debbie 11
Silia 12
Marianne 1

Its a small, small world

What is globalisation?

Which areas of human life are affcted?

What are some advantages for developed countries

What are some disadvanteges?

The Road to Extinction

Is there a connectionj between globalisation and the extinction of animal species?

This article will add to your ideas.

Design a website and strike GOLD!

Our group in Edmoo  for this year is GVC1314.

Here's our teams URL:   https://edmo.do/j/7vrixv

and code:  fhr9sa

Join Edmodo and become members of the team

Then introduce yourselves as you can see other members of the team doing

Ready, set, GO!

The International Space Station at our service!

As we speak the Internatiomnal Space Station is in orbit!

Our school has been given permission to ask the Station to take photos of the Earth for us!

Which place of the planet would you like to take a picture of?

Here's what you do to take YOUR photos
1. Log in the EarthKam website
https://www.earthkam.ucsd.edu/

2. Login under MISSION LOGIN using "winners" as username and "hFfqgGiJ" as password

3. In the next page click on "Image Request"

4. Chose the orbit that goes over the Earth spot you want to take a picture of.
The orbits for November 14th are Orbits 1806-1820.

The first orbit deadline is: Orbit 1806 at 16:49:46 GMT
The last orbit deadline is: Orbit 1810- 1820 at 23:00:00 GMT

The orbits for November 15th are Orbits 1821-1838.
The first orbit deadline is: Orbit 1821 at 16:03:23 GMT
The last orbit deadline is: Orbit 1826-1838 at 23:00:00 GMT

5. Place the red marker on the spot of the map that you want to photograph and click submit
(Remember to chose a RED orbit that shows where the International Space Station will be during daylight.
All the information you need for step 7 appears on the screen. Click "Submit"

6. In the next screen enter one of your codewords.

7. Fill in the information from th previous page.
Remember to give your photo the name "winners+your name"

*. Click "Submit" and ISS is at YOUR service!
Your photo will appear in the Gallery section as soon as it's taken!

Grab your codes and take your camera with you!

UCL Open Day!

City life - Best city contest

What are the factors that determine if a city is worth living in?

Did you know that there is an organisation which ranks cities according to their "livability"?
What factors are considered?
How did Athens fare?

You can find information in their site

Look at us!

https://sites.google.com/site/todayincomputerclass/7-b
Famous in Newton Middle School, Pennsylvania, USA!

Happy Holidays

Travelling

ANTARCTICA calling Winners...

Our class communicates with The Amudsen-Scott station in the South Pole!
Johan, one of the scientists working in the station is open to our questions!
Here's some of the information he has sent us so far:

.... Due to our remote

location, actual telecommunications are problematic (though not

completely impossible), but we do welcome email correspondence.

The most frequent type of interaction that we have is more of a one-off,

where classes that are studying Antarctica put together a list of

questions, which we answer......

.....We are, by the way, scheduled to "open" tomorrow, though

the weather suggest that we may be a few days behind
schedule.  The temps are warm enough, but we've got high
winds and low visibility.

...and here are some photos of the station that Johan sent us...

It must be quite exciting to live and work in Antarctica, don't you agree?

So, what more would you like to learn about the conditions there?

Write your questions as a post 

A Jump from Space!

World Record:128,097 ft 39.044 m Felix Baumgartner made history Sunday when he jumped from a space capsule 128,097 feet above the Earth and free fell at Mach 1.24 (834 mph). Baumgartner became the first person to break the sound barrier in free fall before landing safely in the New Mexico desert. The 43-year-old Austrian pilot and skydiver broke two other records Sunday: the highest free fall and highest manned balloon flight. Red Bull Stratos 120,000 feet / 36,576 meters - today no Start abgebrochen - The next weather window for Felix Baumgartner and Red Bull Stratos opens on Sunday Oct 14 - 6AM MDT/12PM GMT Sunday October 14th Amazing feats like this jut leave us speechless.
What do you think makes acts like this possible?

Watch this video that explains which explains the atmospheric layers surrounding Earth and the challenges Felix Baumgartner will face as he attempts to jump from 120,000 feet. 


Would you have attempted the jump? Why /why not? What makes some people venture into such extreme endeavors? Write your comment.

Nature or Nurture?

Is it our gees or upbringing that contributes more to our character traits?
What do you think? Read the article and write a comment of 100 words using any bibliography you have found.

You're not finished when you lose, you're finished when you quit

What do you think about these amazing athletes?
What personal traits does it take to be a winner like them?
Is it a matter of circumstance or what do you think it depends on?
Write  a comment about your ideas and a story of someone you think is a winner against all odds.

Sports for fun!

There is of course your traditional 100m race and the prestigious Marathon race but have you ever heard of  "mud race" or the "bed race'?
Watch this video to find out what the Pancake race is all about.

Now find an unusual race and write a comment about it here. Include details like location, time of year, participants and even a video link! Then prepare to present your race in class!

Ahead of the Game?

We all agree that doing a sport is positive for young people's health and development.
There are more and more youngsters who decide to deal with a sport more seriously, becoming semi-professionals or just spending long hours training.
What does it take for young athletes to make themselves a name in their sport?
What are some advantages and disadvantages of this decision?

Watch this video and write your comment

The sheer scale of the Universe....

We were awed today when we realised the scale of creation
humbled to see that our planet is just a speck of dust
- so where do humans stand?

Well, enjoy the exploration!
http://htwins.net/scale2/scale2.swf?bordercolor=white