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Jordan Escobar's Capstone

Posted by Jordan Escobar in Capstone on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 11:49 pm
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For my Capstone, I took the lessons of old philosophers, and apply in a practical way in order to try and learn about myself through their teachings. Through the wisdom of ancient and modern thinkers, I create an introspective dialogue where I understand my own emotions, think critically about my perspective of the world, challenge my old understandings of concepts and reach new ones, or create new opinions about things as abstract as morality or as specific as politics. The consistent theme is my proposed moral responsibility behind pursuing knowledge, and being self aware. I justify these investigations into the self by reason of accountability, something I explore in my writings also. My process began with a new level of attention payed to my passing thoughts. While ideas popped up in my head I would explore them when before I would dismiss them, trying to give reason to them, be they emotions or perspectives, and correct them if I discovered faulty reasoning that I had used because of complacent thinking. This was accompanied by application of research into general rules of life and thinking, ideals, and values proposed by popular intellectuals (Plato, Socrates, etc.). The product is a collection of small essays where I build upon my thoughts and improve them through criticism. Whether I explore past ideas, adopt new stances, or reinforce old ones, it is a practice in self improvement and introspection. The lessons this teaches are varied, but wisdom can't always be inherited.
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Q4 Reflection

Posted by Jordan Escobar in ART ADV - Hertz - C1 on Friday, June 10, 2016 at 12:26 am
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Minecraft Collaboration (Jordan Escobar)

Posted by Jordan Escobar in TECH (INTRO TO DESIGN MULTIMEDIA) - Hertz - C1 on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 9:08 pm
​1) Describe your project.
Our project was a joint effort to create a true-to-life layout of a medieval castle society. 

2) What did you learn while completing this project?

We learned about floor planning, and constructing a structure upon a natural environment you have no control over.

3) What was the hardest part about completing this project?

Dealing with the natural landscape and building around it

4) What was the most fun/exciting part?

Being allowed to layout the castle and choosing how our castle looks. Making sure to check the defensive 

5) If you were to do this project over again, what would you do differently?

I'd do it in a maybe Victorian setting, or in the future. Basically something in a different period of time. 

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History Interview

Posted by Jordan Escobar in African American History - Roy - E on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at 8:25 am
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Interviewer: Jordan Escobar


Abstract: Gladys Rivera, a Puerto Rican woman growing up in Miami during the 1960s describes her experiences with African Americans in her environment, and her encounters with the movements pushed by them. She also makes mention of MLK, and feels that he made a difference in the end. She remembers how they marched, what it was like to see them push for what they wanted, and how these events could’ve been dangerous. She may not remember the details, but this is how she remembers that era.

However, keep in mind she is old. The answers she give are not always 100% related to the asked question. But she is not lying, this is her account of what happened.


Research: During the conversation my grandmother mentions Martin Luther King Jr., and the marches inspired by him. Martin Luther King is most famous for his speech “I Have A Dream”. This speech was given during the Washington March that he organized, where thousands of African Americans marched on Washington DC for a peaceful protest. Martin Luther King Jr. followed a strict doctrine of non-violence. Gladys remembers the “I Have a Dream” speech, and how after all these years, she’s seen with her own eyes that the movement did make a difference.


JE: What kind of environment did you grow up in? How were African Americans a part of your life.


GR It was a lot different. People got together. People got along very good. But today everyone is more to themselves


JE Now, did you ever see African Americans being treated unfairly?


GR Not really, I see that everyone was being treated fine.


JE: Do you remember seeing marches for movements? Can you describe them?


GR I saw marches for Martin Luther King, and rights. Blacks and hispanics.


JE You saw them march together?


GR Yes. Together.


JE What would you say was the goal of the marches?


GR They were trying to get people to get together.


JE: Was it a success?


GR: Not really but they tried.


JE: Compared to today, was integration worse back then?


GR: They didn’t care how African Americans did. Now people care, what they say matters.


JE: Do you think they were alone (African Americans)?


GR: No, a lot of people were together


JE: Do you think they handled the situation well (blacks and whites)?


GR: Black people didn’t get anywhere before. Whites didn’t listen to blacks, but now they do.


JE: At anytime did you think it got dangerous?


GR: Yes, they had violent encounters using weapons.


JE: How long did it take before integration sunk in?

GR: Things really changed in the early 2000s. Things have changed a lot. Everyone is treated the same now


JE: How did whites treat blacks on the street?


GR: They treated them like they were nothing; badly. Now they are treated right


JE: Do you think there’s a problem today with racism?


GR: No, not for the most part.


JE: How did African Americans interact with you? (interviewee is of hispanic descent)


GR: Fine, normally. They treated me with kindness. They treated whites with the same respect.


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Jordan/Ryan Collab. Project Day 4

Posted by Jordan Escobar in Art - Freshman - Hertz - a1 on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at 2:59 pm
Today we finalized the final level, level 3. We put on the finishing touches, and we are now ready to present the final product. We are happy how it came out.
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Spanish Project - Jordan Escobar

Posted by Jordan Escobar in Spanish 1 - Rosen-Long - D on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 9:31 am
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Scratch Collab. Jordan/Ryan Project Day 3

Posted by Jordan Escobar in Art - Freshman - Hertz - a1 on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 2:56 pm
Today, we tested the game to see if it's finally working. The test was a success, and the game is working like we intended. We also edited the levels to use all the sprites so that we met requirements. Overall our game is a success. We think that when we turn it in, it will be satisfactory
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Scratch Collab. Project Day Two (Jordan/Ryan)

Posted by Jordan Escobar in Art - Freshman - Hertz - a1 on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at 2:55 pm
Today, we got our Level 1 of the interactive game up and operational, and began working on the second level. We've already decided what we want to be different in the second level, and we think that our game is pretty functional.
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