Activity Title: Getting to Know Each Other

During the first week of our project, the teacher introduced the project aims, timeline, and expected outcomes. Students were informed about the importance of environmental awareness, especially water scarcity in our local area.

After the project presentation, students participated in a brainstorming session. They shared their ideas about:
    •    Why is water important?
    •    How can we save water?
    •    What environmental problems do we see around us?

This discussion helped students understand the purpose of the project and increased their motivation to participate actively.

Student Digital Introduction Activity

As part of the introduction phase, students used the Web 2.0 tool Canva to create their own digital avatars. They prepared short self-introduction texts in English, including:
    •    Their hobbies
    •    Their strengths
    •    Personal interests

This activity aimed to:
    •    Improve students’ English writing skills
    •    Increase their digital competence
    •    Build self-confidence
    •    Strengthen the sense of belonging to the project

Students actively participated in the activity and showed great enthusiasm while designing their avatars.

Learning Outcomes of Week 1

Through this activity, students:
    •    Practiced basic introduction structures in English
    •    Developed digital design skills using Canva
    •    Improved self-expression
    •    Took their first step into collaborative learning

All student avatars and introduction texts are shared below.

Hello, my name is Erencan.I am 13 years old. I like watching foreign series and playing football with my friends. My strength is leadership and I feel happy to be part of this project. I want to help protect our water.

Hi, I am Fatmanur. I am 13 years old. I like listening music and watching animation movies. My strong side in this project is teamwork. I am excited because I can learn new things and work with my friends.

Hi, my name is Yaren Su.I am 13 years old. I like drawing pictures and taking care of my pets. My strength in my group is my creativity.This project makes me aware of water problems in our village.

Students are creating their digital avatars using Canva during the project introduction activity.

Working for the first week's activities!

Hello! My name is Damla and I am 13 years old. I am super fun and also curious. My strong side is that I am very curious about the world.

Hello I am Taha Mert. I am 13 years old. I love learning, smiling and helping others. I like playing video games and also playing soccer. My strong sides are being an excellent communicator and a fast learner.

We are preparing our digital avatars using 'Canva' during our project introduction activity!