In the third quarter we worked on learning the first law of thermodynamics. We started by learning about kinetic and potential energy. Then we learned about the different types of energy and the transfers between them. We also used hydro/wind/solar power to produce electricity. My favorite project was the renewable energy device. We made a device that used renewable energy to make a light bulb turn on. It was my favorite because we had a creative licence with our designs and the where we would place them in the city. I also liked it because it was educational but at the same time fun. The project I excelled in the most was the classification of the forms of energy because it was exciting and I was good at grouping them together in the right way. Throughout the quarter I improved my ability to do independent work.  At the beginning of the year I used to turn in assignments that were not legible or did not make sense, but now I check over my work and most of my writing comes out very well. One area I still need to work on for the coming quarter is my independent work in a group. I need to do my share instead of my partner doing all the work or vice verse. One strategy that could help me improve my independent work would be to divide the work evenly between my partners and I before starting the project. Overall this quarter was very fun, educational and I’m looking forward to the new quarter.