It is nearly 4 months since I started taking two modules, CG1413 and CG1102. From then on, I have gone through a lot of meetings, presentations, and now, it is a very good time to reflect on how I have improved myself.
First of all, I have to say that the combination of two modules CG1413 and CG1102 looks perfect, because it helped students individually improve a lot of critical skills that we need for future usage. We have written a lot of reflections which strengthens our writing skills, we had some presentations which are totally good chances to improve some weaknesses like confidence, grammatical errors while talking, etc. Last but not least, the programming project which is issued by CG1413 and CG1102 was really realistic and helped us a lot in defining who we will be in the future. For me, after this semester, I felt I have improved both my writing and presentation skills though it still had rooms for improvements. I also felt more interested in the major I’m taking thanks to the project.
Secondly, such combination created a chance for everyone to work together, by that all of us can experience the principle of teamwork and communication. For me, such experiences are really valuable. I still remembered how embarrassed I was when I tried to express my ideas in the first time we conduct the meeting. At this time, I sometimes found difficult discussing with my teammates due to my poor expression. And sometimes, it was really hard to explain my teammates that their solutions didn’t work correctly. Throughout the whole course, I felt that I am now able to interact with my friends better by using interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. Furthermore, through many projects, I am trained to work in teams that are heterogeneous in both culture and working styles. As Dr Colin Tan said, the real world teams are quite similar like this, so such combination prepared me a lot to work in such teams in the future. Last but not least, thanks to these modules, I have more chances to make friends, which in turn help me increase my networking.
In conclusion, I feel that I have improved a lot since this semester started. However, it doesn't mean that I stop practicing the communication and teamwork skills. Such critical skills are extremely helpful for future projects. Lastly, I want to thank all the CG1413 and CG1102 staffs, especially Ms.Brenda for giving me many useful advices, my CG1102 and CG1413 teammmates for working with me.
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Hi Duc,
ReplyDeleteAbout your post, you have summarized what you have been through all the course well. I, as a friend, can realize your change after nearly 4 moths. You are getting better and better, Duc!
Besides, it is good that you yourself feel that you have improved. Only when you know well about yourself can you go further in the future.
For both you and me, English seems to be the biggest fence in the communication process. Yet we have improved and can talk to international friends pretty well now, I think we had better practiced more and more in the following semesters at NUS.
Working with you was my great pleasure!
All the best for your exam.
Cheers,
Duy.
Hi Duc,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that the combination of the 2 modules CG1102 and CG1413 really helped improve our communication skills and teamwork. I can see that you have improved significantly in both of these areas. Not only that, I find that you have also improved in writing reflections and your oral presentation skills. Keep it up!
You managed to summarize the skills you have learnt quite well. I agree with you that it is only through experience that we will be able to improve ourselves. I too have times where I have trouble expressing myself. Thus, it is only through practice that we will be able to express ourselves better.
I totally agree with you that teamwork and communication are lifelong skills and we should continue to practice them. I had fun working with you on the CG1413 project. Good luck for the upcoming P.E and the exams!
Cheers
Michael
Hi Duc,
ReplyDeleteI liked your concise and accurate summary of the of both the CG1102 and CG1413 projects. You were able to identify the various aspects aimed at improving communication skills while describing how each contributed to your personal growth.
The description of the projects and their processes allowed you to identify the milestones in your growth as a communicator. Aside from a few grammatical errors your post clearly showed how your communication skills have improved and what you gained from the module.
Speaking of improvements, you have made great strides in terms of giving feedback and communicating in a team. Looking back, I now realize that you were uncomfortable giving feedback initially, but towards the end, you were able to give constructive feedback freely and made valuable contributions both to the team and the project.
It was a pleasure working with you on the CG1413 project and I wish you all the best in your Finals!
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Kai Ren
Hey Duc,
ReplyDeleteBy reading your blog post, I must agree with kai Ren that it is concise. You have greatly improved your writing skills. Congratulations for that.
You have mentioned the difficulties faced and reflected on them very well. Keep it up!
I would advice you to pay attention towards English grammar while writing and speaking.
I had a fun time working with you.
Good Luck for the forthcoming exams.
Cheers
Geetika