6 As, 3 Ps and 1 L

Final Reflection (Post #6)

6 ‘A’s for both the communication and life skills that I’ve learnt from this module.

Attitude.

One’s capability does not decide how high one jumps, but the attitude one possesses.  A British scientific paper reported that our brain reacts to whatever we tell it to do. Likewise, nobody can bring out our greatest potential except for ourselves. In this module, speaking and writing in English is unavoidable. When I set my attitude to give my best effort to communicate, things become better than when I treated myself as an international student.

Appreciation.

When I started appreciating everything rather than taking them for granted, I felt that communication became much easier and also more intimate. Appreciating the different backgrounds from which my group mates come from has allowed me to open my eyes and learn more.

Ambition.

Before starting any assignment, I’ve learnt to set a goal that I want to achieve rather than just aimlessly completing the assignment. Ambition can become a great motivation along the way especially when faced with an obstacle. When doing a project, having a discussion or when writing my blog, my ambition helps to bring out more creative ideas and enables me to be more productive.

Acceptance.

Be tolerated, patient, and open-minded.  In this module, we had discussed a lot of our own ideas both in and outside the classroom. When faced with different opinions during a discussion, I’ve learnt to try to accept it rather than sticking to my own views. This way, I feel that I have more to learn as compared to when just trying force my views on others.

Action.

Daydreaming did not build this world. When I get an idea, I’ve learnt to take it one step further and do some research and take action. Even if I end up failing, I’ll know that at least I’ve tried my best.

Awareness.

Be aware of my mind, actions, the world, and everything around. This awareness helps me to notice any points, feelings or ideas that others may overlook during any communication process.

3 ‘P’s I’ve learnt to apply in class.

Patience.

I used to be a Chinese debater; a very aggressive and impatient person. Regardless of what others say, as long as it is different from my point of view, I will spare no effort in arguing my point till all agree with me. However, after this class, I’ve started to realize that being patient is very important during any form of communication. It is a way of showing your care and respect to the person at the other end of the conversation.

Politeness.

Regardless the correctness of the discussion in class, being polite is a basic but crucial point to having an effective communication. When I was polite, my partners tended to say more and they could also feel that I did care about their opinions. Being polite also helps to build a healthy communication panel.

Participation.

It took me some time before I started to speak out in class. However, after I started to participate in class discussions, I realize that I’ve come to learn more than I expected to.

1 ‘L’ I’ve learnt from blogging.

Language.

It is all about language. A lawyer defending somebody in court, a professor passing on his knowledge to his students and me explaining my feelings through the internet. When it comes to blogging there is no eye contact, no body language and no tone to help you interact with your audience. Your language becomes the only tool you can depend on. I have seen through my blogging experience that I still have a long way to go before becoming more professional in my use of the English language, but nonetheless I shall persevere.

6 ‘A’s, 3 ‘P’s, and 1 ‘L’. The 11 words will always be with me regardless of whom I communicate with, and the format I communicate through.