Time really flies. There goes another semester and soon it will mark the end of my first year of University life. From the start, recalling how embarrassed I was to tell people that I am taking EG 1471 this semester and how reluctant I was to attend this class. I also remembered how I used to dread writing blog every weekend and to comment on others’ blog as well. Initially, to me this was a chore. As compared to this module, I was more motivated and willing to commit my time on other modules rather than putting effort in this module as it was awarded with no Modular Credits (MCs). I felt that there is no point putting in effort in this module since a pass will do.
However, unknowingly, blogging become part and parcel of my life and in fact, I looked forward to each lesson. I started to enjoy the mingling session between my blogging buddies and tutor. CELC has actually been one of my frequent “hangouts”. This module was “warm-blooded” as compared to the rest of my “cold-blooded” modules where there was no form of interaction at all during tutorials. Perhaps this is what made learning enjoyable in EG 1471.
I enjoy reading the meaningful comments given to me by my classmates and the encouraging feedback from my tutor for each assignment. All this valuable comments and feedbacks motivated me to work even harder. I also get to experience the earnest and humble learning attitudes of my classmates. They are ever so willing to improve and so willing to learn. It actually dawned on me that that should be the way of learning and the way of life – to always seek improvement and never stop learning. With these attitudes in life, I believe that success is not far.
The end of this blog marks the end of my EG 1471’s journey. Little did I expect myself to actually miss blogging and attending EG 1471. However, I believe EG 1471 does not end here. The writing skills that we have acquired will accompany us for life. I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my EG 1471 classmates all the best for their future endeavours and upcoming exam. Education is not about the results but rather the whole process. Let’s not let academic achievement hinder us from enjoying the process=)
~Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that took our breath away!~
Last but not least, I would sincerely like to thank our Sensei for all the guidance and encouragement that he has given to us throughout the whole semester. It’s been a pleasure to be in your class, Sensei=)
5 comments:
I should have known that you would come through at the end with a "statement" that redefined the very meaning of a "last post."
Ms. Chubby Dragon, you have made yet another fine effort with this piece of writing, sending another volley of wisdom into cyberspace with statements such as this: "Education is not about the results but rather the whole process. Let’s not let academic achievement hinder us from enjoying the process."
And this: "This module was 'warm-blooded' as compared to the rest of my 'cold-blooded' modules where there was no form of interaction at all during tutorials."
That's what the educational process should embody, in my opinion. A reciprocal process of exchange, a platform for dialogue between thinkers of all ages and positions, a situation where we are all learning from each other and gaining inspiration from each other, and the boundaries of our "positions" fall away as we light each other's paths.
You and your colleagues in EG1471 have been my great pleasure to get to know, and in the end, I feel, we have all benefitted in the growing. Proof positive for me is your own words: " It actually dawned on me that that should be the way of learning and the way of life – to always seek improvement and never stop learning. With these attitudes in life, I believe that success is not far."
Wisdom & intelligence!
Be well and happy and enjoy the path, Serene!
Your post is as always very contrasting... Seriously, I wonder if your color coding is a tactical move to let pple highlight every words you type so that we read every word you are saying... Anyway, I am glad I am not color blind else your effort would be wasted (This is not a sarcastic remark... I mean it... It takes effort to color the text...)
Nicely said. I think I would miss EG1471 as well. I really wished that my other modules were just like this where you won't feel pressured when you learn something.
Anyway, it was nice having you in class and thanks for all the help.
It is hard to find helpful people like you nowadays.
I think the most interesting part of EG1471 is bloging. And we have learned a lot from each other. It is always interesting to see how other people write.
SERENE!!!!
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