Senior Reflection #3

I have noticed that the majority of senior finals are projects. I suppose teachers do this to make the end of the year more fun, but it is misguided. A few projects are OK, as long as you choose your group and have options on what to do. However, some projects are torture. For instance, random group selection, subjects that don't relate to what you have been learning, and having multiple projects due on the same day take away from the "fun" of group projects. Plus, some teachers make you take a test as well as do a project. The good part about projects is that it boosts your grade. If a project is worth half of your final, it is 10% of your year's grade. But if you aren't guaranteed an A, the project is pretty much worthless.