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Create a pattern for your groups activities and post it below (one posting per group). Be sure to put the last names of your group members in the subject box. You may want to refer to the wikipedia article on patterns. Remember, according to Alexander, a single pattern should be described in three parts, starting from the definition of a problem (i.e. the need for directions on how to perform an activity):

1. "context" - under what conditions will this solution address this problem?
2. "system of forces" - in many ways it is natural to think of this as the "problem" or "goal"
3. "solution" - a configuration that brings the forces into balance or solves the problems presented

Context -> System of forces -> Configuration

Use the pattern as a jumping off point / framework for your directions!

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Sanfacon, Miller, Gavette, Bowers --asanfacon, Thu, 08 Feb 2007 12:42:12 -0500 reply
1. Problem: Cleaning your teeth, preventing cavaties, avoiding gum disease. 2. Steps: Purchasing a toothbrush and toothpaste, locating a sink or water source, put toothpaste on the bristles of the toothbrush, brush teeth for 2 minutes alternating between top and bottom and left and right, spit, rinse mouth and toothbrush. 3. Getting through the steps: running out of toothpaste, correct type of bristle and size of toothbrush head, choosing the right toothpaste (whitening, fluoride, etc.), brushing all teeth. 4. Alternatives: dentures, mouthwash, swallowing toothpaste, don't brush too hard, allergic reactions to toothpaste, running while brushing teeth, replacing toothbrush every so often or if you've been sick.

Dispenza, McCeney?, Bailey --adispenza, Thu, 08 Feb 2007 12:42:22 -0500 reply
1. Problem - New Students have a difficult time in finding there classes and there are not adequate directions in locating buildings on the downtown campus. Since Stansbury is one of the buildings furthest from the Mountainlair it can be difficult to find.

1. Steps toward solution - Mapping out the shortest route and explain it in detail. We will be addressing the various ways of getting from point A to point B. The materials will we need is a digital camera and computer.
2. Getting through the steps - Make the steps and diagram user friendly. The picutres and maps will allow the users to identify the steps more clearly.
3. Alternative/Contengencies - The students will be aware of obstacles that may arise on their journey. Such as, construction, weather conditions, congested areas and so forth.

Moscaritolo, Habina, Swisher, Brooks --amoscaritolo, Thu, 08 Feb 2007 12:42:31 -0500 reply
1. Clothes need to be washed. 2. Steps: - Seperate clothes by colors into three piles (white, dark, and color) - Put one of the piles into the washer - Measure soap according to the size of the load, and add into washing machine - Indicate size of load, water temperature, and cycle preference on washing machine (consult owners manual for washing machine, and tags on your clothes for further instructions as washing machines and fabrics differ) - Insert coins if necessary, and press start or pull knob towrads you to start cycle - Relax, and wait for your clothes to be done.* - When clothes are finished, seperate into piles of what you want and do not want dried in the dryer. - Place clothes in the dryer, and make sure to empry the lint filter before starting. - Select proper cycle, based on temperature (again, consult owners manual) - Insert coins if necessary, and turn on. - Lay out or hang dry clothes that did not go in the dryer. - Remove clothes from dryer, and fold as desired. Do not leave clothes unattended if washing them at a public facility. Warning: look at the tags on your clothes to find out proper drying method. * Use fabric sheet in the dryer if desired. 3. Each step will be on it's own page with a picture depicting the step. Each page will also have a back and forward arrow, so the user can move easily to the next step, or go back to the previous step. Some steps have warnings or contingencies, which require additional information. This additional information will be available on the same page, on the bottom.

Daly, Marrara, Prompovitch, Withrow --mwithrow, Thu, 08 Feb 2007 12:42:52 -0500 reply
1. context: tools needed: blank CD, computer with CD burner, some sort of burning software, some legal access to digital music, ie iTunes, Napster, ect. 2. system of forces: 1. make iTunes account, or Napster account...2. seach for music 3. purchase songs 4. store on computer 5. insert blank CD into CD drive 6. open burning program 7. locate digital location of the music files 8. drag songs from folder to blank CD folder 9. select "write disc" 3. solution: size limit is 80gb, is the drive and disc RW/R?, what is the file type: mp3, wma, etc? consider possiblity of damage to CD

Crestfield,Obriant,Malcomb,Wilson --kcrestfield, Thu, 08 Feb 2007 12:44:17 -0500 reply
1.The problem is how to make a pillow. These steps will teach someone how to make a pillow, and they may not have known to make one before.

1. First you have to gather the material that you would like to use. Then you should measure out how big you want to make it, and cut it. Next you have to turn the material inside out, this is so you dont see the thread. You sew it after, starting on which ever side you want. left or right. Then you turn it right side out, this may be complicated. Use a ruler and stuff the pillow, and then sew off the last corner.
2. Some people dont know how to sew, therefore, an outline of simple steps would be explained. Turning the pillow back outward, meaning the face of the fabric on the outside. May be difficult if not done right, so an explanation would describe how to do so.
3. The needle is sharp so you have to be careful not to poke yourself. You can make pillows in all shapes and sizes.