Sunday, August 2, 2009

Questions.

1. What part of the research project did you find most interesting?

I think working in the lab was the most interesting for me, because we can share experience with our classmates and more freedom. I am not a student who don't like to follow the rules. I like flexible time.

2. What part of the research project did you find most challenging?

It was the first time to write a research paper, every part for me was very hard, but the most challenging part was the beginning, because I was very confuse about the research paper, after I finish my outline, I felt easier.

3. Why did you pick the topic?

I picked the topic because I am interested in scientific research, and I think this topic is much easier for me.

4. What did you learn about your topic during the research process?
I learnt how to research information from different articles such as websides, books, and newspapers. It will become good experience for my university life.

5. How do you think writing a paper is different in English from writing one in your first language?
Yes, for sure. I can write Chinese very quick and well. However, I can't write English like Chinese, becuase English and Chinese are totally different. For example, Chinese writing are much freedom, don't need to follow too many rules, but English writing can become very easy if you can find the rules and follow it.

6. Are you satisfied with the paper you have handed in?
Yes, I am satisfied with my paper. Of course, my paper is not perfect, but I have already tried my best to do it. I think, I can do better with this experience.

7. What would you do differently the next time you do research and write a paper?
Next time, I want to write more about emotional article, because I think it will be interesting and suprise.

8. How will you change the organization of the information in your paper for your oral presentation?
I will keep some information, but I will change a lot beacuse I need to do my prsentation with pictures and shot video. It will be much interesting for listener.

9. What is important to think about in preparing and delivering a successful oral presentation?
I believe that the most important part of a good persentation is practice more. Of course, good organization and nice pronounce are also very important.

10. Describe any experience you have had in giving an oral presentation.
Practice more, more eye contact, and don't read the notes. I think these 3 points are very important.