To begin with the reflection, I have to confess that this research project is one of the best and most enjoyable group research projects that I have ever done in my life, although there are not many such projects in it. Never have I had such chance to thoroughly learn to do such a formal, professional and carefully designed research and write a report with something I have never heard of before, e.g. a letter of authorization, letter of transmittal. Nor have I had chance to play with a very useful surveying tool---surveymonkey, to gain statistical data. Not to mention the well coordinated teamwork and good interpersonal relationships built among the group which provided the high moral for the team and thus made the research enjoyable.
Seldom have I had chance to do a research project, either group based or individual, because of the nature of the course I am doing, -mathematics. The structure and formatting of the research as well as the written report are quite unacquainted to me. Besides, the use of proper, formal and professional English language is also a weakness to me. Indeed mathematics itself is a beautiful language that does not need other languages to explain. Moreover, English is second language to me and writing a professional essay is something I have been trying for a long time. It just frustrated me sometimes when I read other people’s essays. Through this research and writing of the report, I had a chance to practice and learn from Sea Ming and Xiao Tong many tiny details that made things perfect
Being a good team player and building good relationships are also among the main achievements of this research project for me. Both Xiao Tong and Sea Ming are very patient, responsible and cooperative. I am very happy to have them in the same group to do the research project together and I learned a lot from the two girls.
Setting an agenda and recording minutes for every meeting made every meeting of full use. Deadlines and workloads were clearly distributed among three of us and we always tried to finish them on time. Communication played a crucial role in the process of the project. We always kept everyone informed of any change or refinement, through emails and cell phones.
This research project so far has been very enjoyable. I hope our team spirit and moral would continue to inspire us for the rest of the project. No matter what the grade would be, something more important is all that I have learnt from the process which will remain to be useful for a long time in the future.
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Hi Baoqing, I share the same sentiments with you-"No matter what the grade would be, something more important is that what I have learnt from the process,which will prove to be useful in the future". I believe that most of the time, students pay way too much attention on the grades themselves, instead of focusing on the process of learning. Sad to say, that's the norm in Singapore. However, apart from that, I believe that each and everyone of us have picked up the essential skills from communicating effectively to generating a report. I bet these skills are far more important than just the numerical gradings. =)
Yes; I can feel the positive atmosphere and the support and encouragement you give one another since my group is often very near yours (and also from the peer feedback which your group gave for my group's report). A conducive environment for teamwork which is often only built effectively by team-mates is valuable when doing a project.
To a large extent, I do feel the same way as you guys (Baoqing, Huiling, Sharon) did. The process is the most precious part in any learning and task, giving a more memorable experience and lifelong skill.
However, come to think of it, if a fail grade is obtained after putting in so much hard work and effort in any work or module, it would be too demoralizing and disappointing. At least this is how I feel. Maybe it is because I am too ambitious and greedy, wanting to get the whole pie instead of a slice.
Bao!
Thanks for thanking Xiaotong and me! I am happy to have you as my group member. On the other hand, I never thought that your course did not place much focus on report writing. Kudos to you! I have learnt a lot from you as well. Let's work well for our presentation.
Hi Baoqing
Much of what you've written has been very evident when your group members come together during class. Filled with positivity and enthusiasm! Seems like you all had alot of fun interacting with one another in the process of writing the report! I think it is great that you pointed out that what matters most is what you've learnt and shared and not so much of the actual grading you'll receive. Having said that, all the best to you (us)!
Hello Baoqing,glad and happy to see that your group has formed a cohesive and efficient partnership while doing the survey report. I guess all of us have learnt from each other and that's the main purpose of the survey and this module. Jiayou and keep up the good job!
Thank you, Baoqing, for this very thorough reflection.
You're fortunate to have had such a positive experience with your teammates. Now I have the report and look forward to reading it.
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