Well, as we come into the middle of term 3, the year is going to end soon and based on my MSG for the last 2 terms, I could be going the wrong way but there has been a new lease of life this term. For the several tests in Chinese and one test in Mathematics, I have gotten A1s and I do hope that run will continue. But I do ask myself: why was there this new change of results this term? Was it that I listened to the teachers’ “famous quotes” from Term 2 and this term? Many teachers have been telling me “Work Smart”, but I really do not know the true meaning of it but this task has allowed me to research on it:
http://www.dumblittleman.com/2010/06/working-hard-is-not-enough-heres-18.html
Let me concentrate on points that have more significance:
1.) Create a vision.
From the multiple platforms such as ePortfolio, it is now clearer to me what my vision/mission/aim or motto is, “Work Hard but Work Smart”. One day, I do hope that I will acquire the skills to work smart, thus, change now (words for myself).
2.) Learn from Others
I do have my own ways of revising when tests come but I do not achieve success at all times, it is time for me to look at the methods others use – creating your own notes? No, I am not a spatial learner and I do not want to waste time on creating the notes. Instead, I go through worksheets, find my mistakes and revise or even take the teacher’s handouts to read. But sometimes, those that always create their own notes always seem to get A1s… (sigh)
3.) If it works, stick to it
Sometimes, my method of revision does work but it is time for me to change but not at this stage, especially since my tests are in these 2 weeks (T3W7 & T3W8). Try that method another time, like a pre-test for examinations.
4.) Ask for help
I am one of those that prefer to do things myself and not disturb ourselves (it’s great work ethnic according to the website). But, sometimes, one doesn’t know that he may be going the wrong way. I haven’t been proactive in asking for help, so yet again, do change for the sake of myself (to stay in IP and hold on to the leadership positions)
5.) Stop when you are tired
At times, being hardworking all day may not reap your results and I do get tired at times. I do badly need rest sometimes. But at times, when I just want to finish the homework that needs to be handed up tomorrow, I do start to drink coffee and continue working.
Nevertheless, this blog post could be crucial to me in my future life because it has stated my belief. I do sincerely hope that this blog post could well bring change to me for the next term and excel in the EOYs. Maybe I have gone a little off-task here, with the blog post seeming like a dairy entry and being informal. Sorry about that.
Still – Good Luck for me and ALL and I do take pleasure in writing this meaningful blog post. I do hope to see the essays of my classmates and their beliefs and see what I can learn from there (Point 2.)
Thank You because now, I know the meaning and what to do next. Let this serve as inspiration to me.
Monday, August 8, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Term 3 LA Blog Review
It’s time to look back at a term where I started my LA blog during the June Holidays:
1.) Book Review: Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
2.) Book Review: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
3.) Book Review: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle
4.) Elizabeth I & the Politics of the Elizabethan Era
5.) Religion: Jews vs. Christians
6.) Customs & Lifestyle
7.) Truth of Mississippi Burning
8.) The Historical and Cultural Setting of Venice
9.) Shakespeare’s Theatre
10.) Can the Real William Shakespeare Please Stand Up?
11.) Being a Gentleman
12.) Term 3 Comment 1
13.) Term 3 Comment 2
14.) Term 3 Comment 3
15.) Term 3 Comment 4
16.) Term 3 Comment 5
17.) Term 3 Comment 6
18.) Term 3 Comment 7
19.) Term 3 Comment 8
20.) Term 3 Comment 9
21.) Term 3 Comment 10
22.) Arts, having
23.) Shakespeare’s Language & Our Language
24.) Term 3 LA Blog Review
Kudos! It has been yet another term of blogging for Language done it for two years, indefinitely everyone’s blogging skills have improved. Blogging this term has been a source for me to vent my frustration on, because it just soothes one’s mind since it is quick, fast and easy. If not for LA ACE, I really do wonder how many of us will bother to update our blog but today (18th July 2011) could well be my last ever blog post for this year (since I want to get my ACE done quickly such as to concentrate on academics for the rest of the term). Indeed, I have enjoyed this blogging experience of mine and in the hope of next year; I hope it will happen again.
1.) Book Review: Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
2.) Book Review: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
3.) Book Review: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle
4.) Elizabeth I & the Politics of the Elizabethan Era
5.) Religion: Jews vs. Christians
6.) Customs & Lifestyle
7.) Truth of Mississippi Burning
8.) The Historical and Cultural Setting of Venice
9.) Shakespeare’s Theatre
10.) Can the Real William Shakespeare Please Stand Up?
11.) Being a Gentleman
12.) Term 3 Comment 1
13.) Term 3 Comment 2
14.) Term 3 Comment 3
15.) Term 3 Comment 4
16.) Term 3 Comment 5
17.) Term 3 Comment 6
18.) Term 3 Comment 7
19.) Term 3 Comment 8
20.) Term 3 Comment 9
21.) Term 3 Comment 10
22.) Arts, having
23.) Shakespeare’s Language & Our Language
24.) Term 3 LA Blog Review
Kudos! It has been yet another term of blogging for Language done it for two years, indefinitely everyone’s blogging skills have improved. Blogging this term has been a source for me to vent my frustration on, because it just soothes one’s mind since it is quick, fast and easy. If not for LA ACE, I really do wonder how many of us will bother to update our blog but today (18th July 2011) could well be my last ever blog post for this year (since I want to get my ACE done quickly such as to concentrate on academics for the rest of the term). Indeed, I have enjoyed this blogging experience of mine and in the hope of next year; I hope it will happen again.
Shakespeare’s Language & Our Language
Blog Prompt: Now that you understand how the English Language evolved, share with us some words into which you have gained new insights (about their origin, their form, etc.)In what ways is Elizabethan English different from the English we use today? Discuss some new terms and grammars that exist in the various Englishes in the world today.
English today is such an important language to all people worldwide and it is not only about new words. While English in the past was vastly different from what we have today, I personally feel that the words today sound much nicer than before. Would you rather say the word “hath” than “have”? It sounds weird to us because we are accustomed to the language today. However, the last two websites/articles have brought out the importance of the English Language today. Today, English is seen as the official and worldwide language to be used everywhere. However, the different English has also resulted in some negatives, such as the construction of profanities or phrases. Nevertheless, Shakespeare’s Language most likely played a crucial role in deciding the language we have today, according to research done, 3000 words from Shakespeare’s language influenced words or were added into the dictionary we have today. Wherever we go, we would hear English. In our normal lives in our school, aren’t the majority of the lessons in English? Even when we converse with our classmates, how many of us converse in different languages such as Chinese? English has been an important tool to all, being recognised as the official language, everyone will need to “at least” have some knowledge of it. Examples include businesses within two different countries, where they use English to converse, besides, what happens when there is an emergency signal? Are you going to give it in all 4 languages (based on Singapore) or only spread the message in English? In one of the articles, a student’s Greek friend who heard of the London Bombings immediately called the student to alight the bus and a minute later, the bus was truly a target of bomb explosions, which had saved his life. The language they used to converse despite having 2 different nationalities: English. Look ahead in the future: Would there be any changes to the English language? What would happen in the future? Would there be new words added to the dictionary?
English today is such an important language to all people worldwide and it is not only about new words. While English in the past was vastly different from what we have today, I personally feel that the words today sound much nicer than before. Would you rather say the word “hath” than “have”? It sounds weird to us because we are accustomed to the language today. However, the last two websites/articles have brought out the importance of the English Language today. Today, English is seen as the official and worldwide language to be used everywhere. However, the different English has also resulted in some negatives, such as the construction of profanities or phrases. Nevertheless, Shakespeare’s Language most likely played a crucial role in deciding the language we have today, according to research done, 3000 words from Shakespeare’s language influenced words or were added into the dictionary we have today. Wherever we go, we would hear English. In our normal lives in our school, aren’t the majority of the lessons in English? Even when we converse with our classmates, how many of us converse in different languages such as Chinese? English has been an important tool to all, being recognised as the official language, everyone will need to “at least” have some knowledge of it. Examples include businesses within two different countries, where they use English to converse, besides, what happens when there is an emergency signal? Are you going to give it in all 4 languages (based on Singapore) or only spread the message in English? In one of the articles, a student’s Greek friend who heard of the London Bombings immediately called the student to alight the bus and a minute later, the bus was truly a target of bomb explosions, which had saved his life. The language they used to converse despite having 2 different nationalities: English. Look ahead in the future: Would there be any changes to the English language? What would happen in the future? Would there be new words added to the dictionary?
Term 3 Comment 10
This comment is based on Yi Da’s blog post entitled “People over Penny (Dr Susan Lim Case).”
Indeed, many people will share the same opinions with you since it is a huge amount of money and doctors should be benevolent, and charge their patients accordingly, regardless of social standing or any other categories. However, there is no evidence to back up the fact that she had overcharged her patient, maybe indeed the cost of the treatment was this high. Besides, doctors do have a heart, but we always need to make known of our intentions. These days, it is a very materialistic world, where money is important to all of us; don’t you hear your parents wanting you to study hard, such that in the future, you will hold high-paid jobs such as lawyers and doctors? So, think: Is it benevolence or money you want when you’re a doctor?
Indeed, many people will share the same opinions with you since it is a huge amount of money and doctors should be benevolent, and charge their patients accordingly, regardless of social standing or any other categories. However, there is no evidence to back up the fact that she had overcharged her patient, maybe indeed the cost of the treatment was this high. Besides, doctors do have a heart, but we always need to make known of our intentions. These days, it is a very materialistic world, where money is important to all of us; don’t you hear your parents wanting you to study hard, such that in the future, you will hold high-paid jobs such as lawyers and doctors? So, think: Is it benevolence or money you want when you’re a doctor?
Term 3 Comment 9
This comment is based on Tian-Le’s blog post entitled “Adolescent Delinquency.”
A meaningful and well-chosen topic for your blog post since some of us could be stuck in this situation currently now. To start, you have given your audience a great in-depth report, which is inclusive of research done on the Internet as well as voicing your own opinions with regards to this highly debatable issue. It is also a very informal way to approach the audience, which could trigger response from the public, especially parents and parents-to-be, whom may want to change their views with regards to this by changing their lifestyle to spend more valuable time with their children. On a brighter side, let’s wish and hope that none of us will ever be caught in this situation and for those that have been caught in it, it is time for you to take action because you are the only one that can help yourself and bring about change for the better.
A meaningful and well-chosen topic for your blog post since some of us could be stuck in this situation currently now. To start, you have given your audience a great in-depth report, which is inclusive of research done on the Internet as well as voicing your own opinions with regards to this highly debatable issue. It is also a very informal way to approach the audience, which could trigger response from the public, especially parents and parents-to-be, whom may want to change their views with regards to this by changing their lifestyle to spend more valuable time with their children. On a brighter side, let’s wish and hope that none of us will ever be caught in this situation and for those that have been caught in it, it is time for you to take action because you are the only one that can help yourself and bring about change for the better.
Term 3 Comment 8
This comment is based on Wei Yang’s blog post entitled “The Upcoming Project’s Day Semi-Finals.”.
I personally feel that this topic could be inappropriate for a blog post that will be read by students and teachers from Hwa Chong. For everything you write in your blog, you should have a purpose and based on the content, your purpose is to let the audience know more about Hwa Chong’s Projects Day Competition, but the audience are people that are aware of it already and at the end of the day, you have failed in your motive to telling others more. Although I believe that this blog post could serve as valuable knowledge to others (students/teachers not from Hwa Chong), you should have added on by giving your opinions on why is there such an event organised or what are the purposes/aims/objectives of holding this competition.
I personally feel that this topic could be inappropriate for a blog post that will be read by students and teachers from Hwa Chong. For everything you write in your blog, you should have a purpose and based on the content, your purpose is to let the audience know more about Hwa Chong’s Projects Day Competition, but the audience are people that are aware of it already and at the end of the day, you have failed in your motive to telling others more. Although I believe that this blog post could serve as valuable knowledge to others (students/teachers not from Hwa Chong), you should have added on by giving your opinions on why is there such an event organised or what are the purposes/aims/objectives of holding this competition.
Term 3 Comment 7
This comment is based on Jonathan’s blog post entitled “Book Review- Jeffrey Archer’s Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less.”.
I am not trying to be critical here but personally, I feel that a book review is not supposed to be done in this way. A book review is different from a book summary. A book review is supposed to contain an in-depth review of the book such as the themes of the story. Besides, it should contain basic information such as details of publisher, most importantly, concentrate on the themes and try to relate it to real-life examples, at the same time, giving your comments, experiences and feelings after having read the book. However, your book summary has been excellent, covering the important characters in the story as well as giving the audience quick, brief but yet crucial details in the plot.
I am not trying to be critical here but personally, I feel that a book review is not supposed to be done in this way. A book review is different from a book summary. A book review is supposed to contain an in-depth review of the book such as the themes of the story. Besides, it should contain basic information such as details of publisher, most importantly, concentrate on the themes and try to relate it to real-life examples, at the same time, giving your comments, experiences and feelings after having read the book. However, your book summary has been excellent, covering the important characters in the story as well as giving the audience quick, brief but yet crucial details in the plot.
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