Chapter 3: Improved Understanding of HTML and Community-Based Research

This academic year is already three-fourths complete. Time really goes by quickly. It seems like yesterday that we had to make an awkward introduction in front of everyone. Now, we all laugh, smile, and make jokes at one another. We feel like we just started the school year, but now that it's almost done, there's only a quarter left until we can graduate high school.

This quarter, I explored more deeply into the world of HTML; it was yet another period of learning and discovery for me. I acquired more knowledge about HTML lists. I gained knowledge of ordered and unordered HTML lists. I discovered how to make lists and sub-lists, as well as how to include pictures or links inside of list items. I learned that lists of related objects can be grouped together in HTML using HTML lists.

Additionally, I also acquired more knowledge on HTML frames. I discovered that you can divide your browser window into various sections, and each of those sections can load distinct HTML content using HTML frames. I initially considered HTML frames to be difficult to understand because of how they functioned. Yet, as I tried and experimented with building other frame types, I got better and was able to see how they could be used to design aesthetically pleasing and useful websites. I now comprehend frames better and know how to choose the right size and number of frames, how to fill each frame with content, and how to use links to add content. Now, I can easily create lists and frames. I've also had a chance to put this new information to work, and as a result of my study and practical application, I now understand HTML frames and HTML lists much better.

And the highlight of this quarter is community-based research. Community-based research is challenging and hard, but worthwhile. I had the chance to make new friends and meet new people. We interviewed a few farmers and learned a lot about their farming practices, including their approaches and tactics. It was a great experience. Along with the value of collaboration and teamwork, I also learned how to establish strong bonds with my classmates. The creation of our community-based research website was an enjoyable and fun project that helped me hone my web programming abilities and expand my understanding of HTML tags.

Up until now, I still procrastinate because I still don't know how to manage my time effectively, which is the problem. I struggle to balance my time; I feel overloaded and stressed. Specifically, when there are many school assignments, performance outputs, and quizzes and I still have a lot of jobs or duties at home, I make every effort to avoid procrastination. I'm going to start preventing procrastination by learning how to manage our time properly, keep a balance, and stay focused.

To sum up, this quarter has been filled with valuable opportunities for learning and priceless experiences. I've learned how to use HTML frames and HTML lists from this quarter's experiences to make websites that are both more useful and visually beautiful. I now have a better understanding of how these features work and how they may be used to improve the user experience of a website. Moving forward, I’ll approach the upcoming quarter with a renewed sense of devotion and focus.