SS Reflection (Third Quarter)

Gloria Chen- Czar

Honestly speaking, I learned a lot from this grading, because how can I not? I have to write Journals every single day and If I haven’t learn anything, What am  I supposed to write?  This Grading, I have learned  the renaissance and reformation period, the exploration of some nations, The discoveries of new things, The first and the second stage of colonization and The growth of nation states. To begin with, I’ll reflect on our first topic, Renaissance. Might be the most boring topic of all, honestly speaking. But it was kind of easy because it talks about the rebirth or the beginning of something new. New ideas were introduced and a different way of living is practiced. This new way of living is so called “humanism” we focus more on ourselves and the right to choose and decide for our own life. This period is very important to us because we still practice this kind of movement. There are a lot more to talk about in regard to this topic but  just to sum it up, When we say renaissance, it is the rebirth of ideas. Next, reformations. When we say reformation, it is the action or process of reforming an institution or practice. During reformation period, religions were the highlight of this topic because before, some churches abuse their power and lie to their believers. some priest or individuals before spoke up to the head of the church which is the reason why people reformed and go against that religion. There are some people known for this, such as Martin Luther, John Wycliffe, John Huss of Bohemia and many more. These people protested against the church for what they think is right. This also has something to do with Humanism because people started to stand out for what they think is right. unlike the Dark age where in people were like blinded from their capabilities. Next, we have the growth of nation states. In this topic, we tackled about the how each nations become what they are today. I have learned that Bourgeoisie are middle class people who became really successful because they had more money than the aristocrats which made them superior. I also learned that the rulers of England are by  generations and that magna carta was introduced in England under the rule of King Henry’s son, John. Now let’s head to the following topic. The first stage of colonization. The first stage of colonization is more on exploration since we are not familiar with the states yet. The second stage of colonization engage more in wars because people want to gain independence and would not want to be under other powerful states. In the second stage of colonization people are more educated in regards of geography and property that’s why in this stage, they engage more on wars and rebellions. Moving on, we also tackled about the enlightenment period, scientific revolution and industrial revolution. Enlightenment period or the age of reason where in laws and values were introduced. Scientific revolution, I think we are all familiar with the word science. This is period where in science and facts were introduced. Assurance of belief in short. People started to put their belief true to life. They started making observations and conclusions that are proven and tested. Industrial revolution, it is the period where in machines were invented. This made our lives easier because it wont require much work. Transportation became faster, communication became easier and life became more convenient. 

Lindsay Fabian- Chancellor

I learned about the history and its famous artist or people. I learned its difference.

rd grading lessons were very interesting in a way where I was eager to learn more about the events that happened. The lesson also had a lot of famous people during that time and their famous contributions and discoveries. Renaissance has many painters who expressed their emotions and feelings through paintings. And the other lessons we had are about the conflict of the countries for their treasure or their God, Gold and Glory. They had the wars that is a part of our history. This made our legend and change our way of life.

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Louise Tapanan- Philosopher

The first chapter was all about the Renaissance Period and the Reformation. The renaissance period was the time where things we’re mostly discovered and upgraded. The Philosophers we’re the one to introduce and discover new things to make the world better. I am very thankful that there we’re a lot of people who tried to discover things because without them, I wouldn’t be typing this reflection right now. It thought me to learn how to discover things to make a certain thing better and for the next generation of the world. The Art was the main idea that was really upgraded during this time, The famous painters had different kind of ideas to show in their interest. Art is really important because it helps us to describe and express ourselves in such way. It has an impact to make our lives better. Without Renaissance period, we wouldn’t have and experience the things we have and feel now. The Reformation of the church was really needed to be done because the leaders of the church is not doing the right thing as an official. The officials are overpowering and is asking for too much taxes to the people. The Protestants were the one who took charge of it. My learning on this is that, if we know something is wrong we should not let it pass by. If you know what’s right then fight for it, not just for yourself but for everybody.

The Growth of Nation States was the second chapter. The growth of Nation-Sates was caused by the overpowering Pope or leader so they decided to make their own government. England has made their own Monarchy government that was governed by several Kings. While France, Spain and Portugal had their own. The chapter was about how the leaders took charge with their country and had different strategies. This showed that a great leader will always has its own ways in everything. They will do everything for their fellow members. Working hard not just for their selves but also for everyone’s sake.

The Spread of European Power was the time that exploration of Europe. One of the factors of it is Marco Polo, because of his exaggerated writings the people migrated out of curiosity. The Chaos during the reformation period was also one of the factors because the people doesn’t want to be in that certain place anymore because of civil wars happening and many more factors. It was also the period where the Scientific period flourished. The Scientist were able to make things upgraded and convenient for everyone. They were able to introduce discover new things to the people. The Enlightenment period was the Age of Reasons. It is where people were taught to have right doings to make the world better.

The Napoleonic Period was all about how Napoleon Bonaparte formulated strategies to defeat the enemies. He gave all of his might and will to protect everyone and that’s the reason why he was adored and loved by his fellow country-man. This kind of attitude helps you to be a better person and this is a way of helping others from the enemies. Protecting rights of everyone because they want to be independent. The attitude of Napoleon Bonaparte should be adopted by all the leaders I the world, because leadership has a big impact to everyone following the leader. They should think how to make things better. The French Revolution was also a part of the Third grading period.

Olivia Miralles- Philosopher

As far as I can remember, one of our topics in our third grading period was about Renaissance. In the Renaissance period, I’ve learned that within this period people and our society we had before was changing to another being. Of course, about the paintings, literatures, cultures, political happenings and more things about this period was taught to us. Humanism is one of the most important thing I should remember about this topic. It actually talks about the freedom of the humans to do what they want and fight for their beliefs. This period was really a blessing to all of us living today or, in other words, this generation. Because of this, we were able to make our lives easier and actually it became better when the next revolutions came.  Okay, let’s move on to Scientific revolution. Within this period, scientists already were coming out from their cabinets. Scientists were the ones who made, discover and explore the things we have here in Earth. The wide Science was started to be founded.  People are opening their minds and they are facing the truth about the universe. They were already making evidences to make unknown things into a fact. After this revolution, Industrial revolution came next. It actually talked about industry. Of course! In this time, people were making machines and engines for industrial purposes. They made these for the development of the economy would rise as its best. But don’t forget that the only got benefits on this but sadly also the disadvantages. One of those were, lots of workers lose their work because the business man would rather buy a machine that manufactures product rapidly than hiring a worker who can just make products at their limits and takes time to manufacture a single product. See? Everything that happens to us has its own advantages and disadvantages.

                For the next topic, it is all about explorations.  So the reasons why this explorations happened are the following: *Because of Martin Luther, *Because of Marco Polo, *Because the Muslims already somewhat conquered the silk land that’s why the people in Europe were forced to trade for them to earn money and through trading they already explored other lands,*Because of Humanism and there are more reasons why this explorations existed. So I encountered a lot of explorers within this topic who almost explored the world for their advantages and wide knowledge.

                Now to end this reflection, I am so thankful because I was given a chance to learn about these things. As a student, these things I’ve learned are valuable for me because I was able to know where the things I have now began. I could also promote this one to other people for me to have some contributions for the growth of our society.