Recently, I participate in a research whose topic is the evaluation of our bridging course. Having stayed in Singapore for nearly four months, I have gone through one half of my bridging course and I have been accustomed to the new study habits. I suppose this is the time to review my school life in Singapore. So, before surveying others, let me just interview myself about my opinions.
First, I want to talk about my English. Before I came here, my greatest goal is to improve my oral English. However, until now, I am still struggling on it, which is not surprised, honestly. I never have the extravagant hope to speak like a local speaker. It is really hard for Chinese students to improve their speaking, when they live and study together. Although we have done some assignments, they seem not effective. Maybe some compulsory measures can bring some improvement afterwards. Anyway, I feel pleased to have lessons given in English every day. And I have recognized the English level of local students. I still have a long way to go to reach the standard.With respect to writing, I believe we Chinese students received professional training here. I reckon the three different writing assignments are all necessary. No wonder the academic essay writing is most useful in future, but I like writing blogs better, which gives me a relaxed feeling. However, I find some negative things. Many of us try to use high-level words to improve the quality of their essays. It is common for us to check a Chinese English dictionary when we write. In this way, many words are misused and the essays become difficult to understand. Many sentences are made like translation from Chinese. This problem needs to be resolved.
Except English, we also study mathematics and C Programming for only two hours every Friday. In fact, our math material is rather explicit so that we can study by ourselves. I have some difficulty adapting to the programming. In general, we have a good professor, whose classes are very interesting. And I think we have enough time to master these two significant skills, Calculus and C Programming. I merely hope that we can learn these two courses formally and get effective credits like SM2 scholars.
Finally, I'm glad that we spend this semester meaningfully. I'm sure we will get accustomed to the university life in NUS soon.
I agree with you that we do reap a lot from the bridging course, thanks to our kind and experienced tutors. I also hope our research project can help make the bridging course better and better. Cheers!~
ReplyDeleteAnyway,it is a different feeling for us,to study abroad.Just as many people say,we will cherish this opportunity and realize our dreams in future.
DeleteYour bridging course study is quite meaningful. While, as far as I am concerned, it is not that meaningful. I used to play SanGuoSha and StarCraft2 very often and the result was that I felt very sleepy the next day, especially when I stayed up late at night. I often could not follow the teachers and just want to sleep. As a consequence, I missed most of the key words. Gradually, I even could not understand what teachers said and fell into a vicious circle. I suffered a lot from that feeling. Fortunately, I realised that I could not continue doing this or I will fall completely. A person should learn how to control himself and now I am gaining control of myself. I believe in myself that one day I will be entirely in control of myself.
ReplyDeleteI am very glad that you realize the importance of working hard.I'm sure you will do well in the following bridging course.Remember that those who sow in tears will reap with smile.
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