Mar 22~28
Sometimes, I am just wondering why I am here. What am I pursuing for?
Since I became a freshman, I had deeply considered something about my future. Many people tell me that languages are only an assistant tool in my future career. Maybe that is true. However, I am still very interested in learning languages. And, the most important is that, actually, I don’t know what my second skill is! My mom hopes me to double major in order to grow much more competitive. At first, she did not stop me from attending foreign language and literature department. Until recently my sister can not find her ideal job (she also graduated from English department), so my mom starts to worry about my future career. I do not know whether I should listen to her words to double major. The advantages part of double major is that I can fulfill myself and cultivate my second skill. I can have more choice in my future career. In contrast, the disadvantages part is that I am worry about if I have the ability to double major. I really want to learn more about my language major. I chose French as my second language because I think French is an attractive and elegant language. And I hope one day, I can go to Paris and communicate with French. Besides my enthusiasm for language, double major may need to study for another one year in my college life. I was live in Taipei; it is really far away from CCU. Although I like my campus, sometimes I still miss my family and want to go home.
I am very confused about double major. It is a dilemma for me. Maybe I need more time to figure out what I want.
2010年3月28日 星期日
2010年3月21日 星期日
journal Mar. 15~21
Mar 15~21
This week, I found my new house. After we become a sophomore, we need to draw lots to decide who can live in dorm. Each department have different quota. I am not sure how many of us can get the opportunity to live in dorm, but I know you have to be very lucky. The chance is little. Well, I am not a lucky person at all. I know that long time ago. As a result, I started to find my new home few weeks ago. This is a very new experience for me. I never imagine that one day, I need to rent a house and live far away from my family and home. Maybe this is an inevitable step in my life, I just wonder that why it comes so soon.
I used to think that studying far away from my hometown will be very free. I can do whatever I want and go home as late as I can. However, at the first night I came to CCU, I suddenly had a strong feeling— I am here, alone. No family, no friends, and even acquaintance. Just like I was abandoned by the whole world. This is far from my imagination before. But I know I must be independent. I need to learn how to live by myself. At first, it was very difficult. I sometimes miss my mom especially when she gives me a phone call and asks me if everything ok.”Don’t worry. Everything is fine.” I say to her as usual. I seldom express my mind and emotion to her because I am afraid of worrying her. But, sometimes, it is really hard.
Since I came here, I had learned something that I never knew before. I still keep learning and growing. I want to achieve my goals not only in academic but relationship. My college life still long and I will realize my dream step by step.
This week, I found my new house. After we become a sophomore, we need to draw lots to decide who can live in dorm. Each department have different quota. I am not sure how many of us can get the opportunity to live in dorm, but I know you have to be very lucky. The chance is little. Well, I am not a lucky person at all. I know that long time ago. As a result, I started to find my new home few weeks ago. This is a very new experience for me. I never imagine that one day, I need to rent a house and live far away from my family and home. Maybe this is an inevitable step in my life, I just wonder that why it comes so soon.
I used to think that studying far away from my hometown will be very free. I can do whatever I want and go home as late as I can. However, at the first night I came to CCU, I suddenly had a strong feeling— I am here, alone. No family, no friends, and even acquaintance. Just like I was abandoned by the whole world. This is far from my imagination before. But I know I must be independent. I need to learn how to live by myself. At first, it was very difficult. I sometimes miss my mom especially when she gives me a phone call and asks me if everything ok.”Don’t worry. Everything is fine.” I say to her as usual. I seldom express my mind and emotion to her because I am afraid of worrying her. But, sometimes, it is really hard.
Since I came here, I had learned something that I never knew before. I still keep learning and growing. I want to achieve my goals not only in academic but relationship. My college life still long and I will realize my dream step by step.
2010年3月13日 星期六
journal Mar. 8~14
Mar. 8~14
This Saturday, Angel, June and I went to Cyiayi Performing Art Center to see the CCU’s musical. When we went to the bus stop, we meet May and Heidi. And my sight was caught by a group of foreigners who also wait bus there. They looked like students too and were chatting delightful. It was hard for me to distinguish which country were they from because I heard many kinds of different languages. English mix with Chinese and…Spanish? I was not sure at all. And then, one of them even took out of his guitar and started to play. They sang together. I felt really surprise not because of their voice but was their confidence and comfortable. They did not try to catch others attention (although they DO catch many walker’s attention), and just sang from the bottom of their hearts. They enjoyed themselves. All of a sudden, I thought they are so shining.
A boy went upon us, saying hello and trying to chat with us. I found his Chinese is pretty good. His name is Alex and they are the members of rotary club. They were from many different countries and came to Taiwan as exchange students. To my surprise, he only came to Taiwan for six month! His distinctly Chinese pronouncing makes me under the illusion that he has lived in Taiwan for years. He is very conversational and humorous. When he knew that we are nineteen years old, he looked very surprise (well actually, when I knew he is eighteen, I was shock too!). The conversation was very interesting, a Brazil girl and a Mexico boy came to join us. When they knew May is learning Spanish, they used some simple sentences to say “hola”. The Mexico boy even took out a bottle to show us flair bartender.
During the conversation, I did not play a role on speaking. I just listened most of time. To be honest, I really admired Heidi. She spoke fluently. I just cannot pluck up my courage to speak. Maybe this is one of the reasons why I think they are so shining. To them, they was also talking to foreigners. Their confidence impressed me a lot.
This Saturday, Angel, June and I went to Cyiayi Performing Art Center to see the CCU’s musical. When we went to the bus stop, we meet May and Heidi. And my sight was caught by a group of foreigners who also wait bus there. They looked like students too and were chatting delightful. It was hard for me to distinguish which country were they from because I heard many kinds of different languages. English mix with Chinese and…Spanish? I was not sure at all. And then, one of them even took out of his guitar and started to play. They sang together. I felt really surprise not because of their voice but was their confidence and comfortable. They did not try to catch others attention (although they DO catch many walker’s attention), and just sang from the bottom of their hearts. They enjoyed themselves. All of a sudden, I thought they are so shining.
A boy went upon us, saying hello and trying to chat with us. I found his Chinese is pretty good. His name is Alex and they are the members of rotary club. They were from many different countries and came to Taiwan as exchange students. To my surprise, he only came to Taiwan for six month! His distinctly Chinese pronouncing makes me under the illusion that he has lived in Taiwan for years. He is very conversational and humorous. When he knew that we are nineteen years old, he looked very surprise (well actually, when I knew he is eighteen, I was shock too!). The conversation was very interesting, a Brazil girl and a Mexico boy came to join us. When they knew May is learning Spanish, they used some simple sentences to say “hola”. The Mexico boy even took out a bottle to show us flair bartender.
During the conversation, I did not play a role on speaking. I just listened most of time. To be honest, I really admired Heidi. She spoke fluently. I just cannot pluck up my courage to speak. Maybe this is one of the reasons why I think they are so shining. To them, they was also talking to foreigners. Their confidence impressed me a lot.
2010年1月3日 星期日
the LAST week
Q1：How do you like the weekly writing prompts? Are they interesting or boring? Inspirational or weird? Are they related to your life? Can you suggest anything better and give some examples?
To be honest, I did not expect this kind of weekly assignment can be interesting. Because I consider them as “assignments”. But after few weeks, I found that the topics are usually funny and also promote me to think more. They do relate to my life. For example, the “strawberry generation” is one of the most impressed topics to me. From the discussion with my keypal, some deeper thoughts came to my mind.
Q2：Do you like the two-way online discussion with your keypal? Or do you think we should have more people (like 3~4 students) form a group blog to exchange ideas? Why or why not?
I really like this two-way online discussion. Some special ideals were inspired during the process. About a group discussion, I think it is not a bad ideal. Through this project, we can learn the importance of team spirit and cooperation. Because if we work as a group, all the members need to do his or her part correctly and on time so our blog project can work smoothly.
Q3: Have you encountered any difficulties during the semester when using blogs to discuss with your keypal, e.g., computer problems or anything?
No, I have not encountered difficulties when using my blog. Everything is fine!
Q4: How do you like the project website? Are they friendly enough? Have we left out any important content? How do you like the layout/design?
I think the project website is quite good. The layouts of each week assignments are creative and fancy. About the design, it is very convenient for me to use. I can see the assignment that week just by clicking the button on the top of the website. The function saves me a lot of time.
Q5: What have you gained from this blog activity?
1. I got a good partner! Because of this blog activity, my partner and I can discuss together and share different opinion.
2. I also cultivated a habit of writing blog every week.
3. I know the importance of being punctual.
4. I try to improve my writing skills, such as grammar and the choice of words.
Q6: If you had an opportunity to start over, would you have done anything differently? If so, how?
If I can start over this project, I think I will interact with my partner more. I know some of my classmates have NO interactions with their keypal because they can not contact them! I should be very glad to have a good keypal.
Maybe, in addition to weekly assignments, we can share something interesting in life or some problems in learning English. Just like a friend.
To be honest, I did not expect this kind of weekly assignment can be interesting. Because I consider them as “assignments”. But after few weeks, I found that the topics are usually funny and also promote me to think more. They do relate to my life. For example, the “strawberry generation” is one of the most impressed topics to me. From the discussion with my keypal, some deeper thoughts came to my mind.
Q2：Do you like the two-way online discussion with your keypal? Or do you think we should have more people (like 3~4 students) form a group blog to exchange ideas? Why or why not?
I really like this two-way online discussion. Some special ideals were inspired during the process. About a group discussion, I think it is not a bad ideal. Through this project, we can learn the importance of team spirit and cooperation. Because if we work as a group, all the members need to do his or her part correctly and on time so our blog project can work smoothly.
Q3: Have you encountered any difficulties during the semester when using blogs to discuss with your keypal, e.g., computer problems or anything?
No, I have not encountered difficulties when using my blog. Everything is fine!
Q4: How do you like the project website? Are they friendly enough? Have we left out any important content? How do you like the layout/design?
I think the project website is quite good. The layouts of each week assignments are creative and fancy. About the design, it is very convenient for me to use. I can see the assignment that week just by clicking the button on the top of the website. The function saves me a lot of time.
Q5: What have you gained from this blog activity?
1. I got a good partner! Because of this blog activity, my partner and I can discuss together and share different opinion.
2. I also cultivated a habit of writing blog every week.
3. I know the importance of being punctual.
4. I try to improve my writing skills, such as grammar and the choice of words.
Q6: If you had an opportunity to start over, would you have done anything differently? If so, how?
If I can start over this project, I think I will interact with my partner more. I know some of my classmates have NO interactions with their keypal because they can not contact them! I should be very glad to have a good keypal.
Maybe, in addition to weekly assignments, we can share something interesting in life or some problems in learning English. Just like a friend.
2009年12月25日 星期五
Week 12
Through these days, we have already down many tasks with different topic. To be honest, I think few of them are a little bit difficult to me. I was frustrated but I still managed to finish them on time. I worked on my grammar and tried to use dissimilar words. I also structured my articles in order to make them easier to read.
About my suggestions as how to grade my performance better:
1.The words count requirement: each weekly assignment should reach the requirement for at least 300 words.
2.The deadline: each weekly assignment should be turn in on time.
3.The content:
(1.) about the use of grammar, words and organization.
(2.) if our contents meet the topic.
(3.) if we can fully convey our ideas.
Base on what I mentioned above, I give myself 7 (from 1~10). I think I still have to work on my task’s contents. I am sure my writing ability has room to improve. Also, I need to finish my assignments more early so that my keypal can post her part soon.
I give my partner 9. I am certain that she is a very hard-working person. She never delays her work and always gives me other fresh thoughts under a same topic. I also learn some writing skills from her comments. She deserves this score! I am thankful for her help.
About my suggestions as how to grade my performance better:
1.The words count requirement: each weekly assignment should reach the requirement for at least 300 words.
2.The deadline: each weekly assignment should be turn in on time.
3.The content:
(1.) about the use of grammar, words and organization.
(2.) if our contents meet the topic.
(3.) if we can fully convey our ideas.
Base on what I mentioned above, I give myself 7 (from 1~10). I think I still have to work on my task’s contents. I am sure my writing ability has room to improve. Also, I need to finish my assignments more early so that my keypal can post her part soon.
I give my partner 9. I am certain that she is a very hard-working person. She never delays her work and always gives me other fresh thoughts under a same topic. I also learn some writing skills from her comments. She deserves this score! I am thankful for her help.
2009年12月12日 星期六
Week 11
Among the five formats of learning, “discussion” interesting me most” and “reading” is what I like the least.
Through the discussion to my classmates, some thoughts or ideals will be inspired. And we can be more familiar to our classmates as well. I remember in our listening and speaking class, teacher once asked us to “create an invention” by discussing with our own group. At first, I was a little bit nervous for not knowing my group members well. But afterwards, I found they are all easy-going and conversational. I was surprised by my group members’ creativity and imagination as well. Eventually, we had a great time and invent a special thing.
Furthermore, when I encounter some difficulties which I cannot solve by myself, I will go to library or ask my friends for help. These two manner seem quite normal but, indeed, are very useful. I must make efforts by myself first and sure I cannot find out the solution, then I go for my friends. Friends can give us their ideals and suggestions which we may never though before.
I think I am a learner who need interaction very much. Because I often feel bored and exhausted when doing assignments by myself. My ideals will be inspired by the process of interaction.
Through the discussion to my classmates, some thoughts or ideals will be inspired. And we can be more familiar to our classmates as well. I remember in our listening and speaking class, teacher once asked us to “create an invention” by discussing with our own group. At first, I was a little bit nervous for not knowing my group members well. But afterwards, I found they are all easy-going and conversational. I was surprised by my group members’ creativity and imagination as well. Eventually, we had a great time and invent a special thing.
Furthermore, when I encounter some difficulties which I cannot solve by myself, I will go to library or ask my friends for help. These two manner seem quite normal but, indeed, are very useful. I must make efforts by myself first and sure I cannot find out the solution, then I go for my friends. Friends can give us their ideals and suggestions which we may never though before.
I think I am a learner who need interaction very much. Because I often feel bored and exhausted when doing assignments by myself. My ideals will be inspired by the process of interaction.
Week ten
After reread my blog, I found something interesting. My point of view will change as time goes by; as a result, I was surprised by my previous thoughts somewhat. However, by doing week tasks, I was cultivated to use different angles to see one thing and I believed it was my keypal who help me do the change. Although under the same topic, we still have different opinions and sometimes share our own experiences. I am sure by these week tasks, what I can learn is beyond my imagination.
As to grade, I think I will grade myself 7, because I know I still have room to improve. For example, my writing skills. About the usage of words and transitional phrases, I can try to be more specific and use some new words. On the other hand, I also need to learn how to utilize my time. To be honest, I sometimes feel tired and try to procrastinate my assignments because my mind went blank and feel nothing to say about the topic. Maybe I should search some information from Internet in order to inspire myself.
As to grade, I think I will grade myself 7, because I know I still have room to improve. For example, my writing skills. About the usage of words and transitional phrases, I can try to be more specific and use some new words. On the other hand, I also need to learn how to utilize my time. To be honest, I sometimes feel tired and try to procrastinate my assignments because my mind went blank and feel nothing to say about the topic. Maybe I should search some information from Internet in order to inspire myself.
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