Last week, while learning about the file system, the class figured out they could not only post things into their own personal folders, but they could also post things into other people's folders. I explained to them that personal folders are "personal" and normally you don't want to mess around with someone else's, but indeed it is possible. So building on the desire to write each other notes, this week I asked them to write a note to someone they were randomly assigned to in the class. They could use any tool of their choice (Microsoft Word, Pixie, or Powerpoint). We talked about how studies have shown that showing gratitude is good for your health. So I asked them to write something nice such as:
- Something you admire about the person
- Something you’ve been wanting to thank them for
- A nice wish
- A funny joke
- Something you think they’d like