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Critical Reflection

Module reflection:

We are constantly using critical thinking and critical reflection in our everyday lives on a subtle level. Critical thinking is a few step process that starts by describing the problem, analysing the problem and gathering information online while cross reference the information to ensure that the information gathered is a valid and true. Next is to solve for the problem and evaluate the solution proposed. The next step is the most crucial step and is linked to critical reflection, which is to reflect on what has been done, so as to ensure that we will not repeat the same mistake in the future. As mentioned earlier in my self-introduction letter, I managed to achieve the goals I set for myself for this module, which is to be more confident when speaking in a large group and writing skills. Before the actual presentation, my team and I had done numerous rehearsals in order to prepare ourself. With the feedback provided by my teammates, it enable me to experiment the type of presentation style that I am more comfortable which allows me to be more confident when presenting in front of a crowd.

Another take away for this module is my technical writing, I learnt that my previous style of writing a report is not accurate as we must be subjective in the writing, while knowing the importance of citation as improper or no citation is a serious issue of plagiarism. However as there are not many opportunities to do citation, I might be lacking in that regard which can be improved.


Project learning:

What I have learnt while working on the research project is that others have their own opinion which will be different from you, and by integrating these opinion together we are able to produce a better solution compared to the original one, and all it takes is a small and harmless inspiration. I have also learned that by having an open mind to learn and accept criticisms, you are be able to improve yourself as a person in the future. I am able to upgrade my skill sets in terms of presentation and teamwork skills. For presentation skills, we held many rehearsals and practice before the actual presentation while my team members gave feedback how to improve, these allowed me to be more confident in my presentation skills, eliminating the use of filler words, stuttering, and having a good body language. While working on this project, my team have enabled me to be a better communicator and being more open to accept criticism through the constructive feedback they have given me. The environment that my team is working with allowed me to better voice out my opinion and feedback without fear of judgement, hence enabling me to be more confident for future group work.

For the report writing portion for the project is the usage and phrasing of my words, I tend to require help from my teammates to paraphrase my portion as I have difficult putting my thoughts into words. This is an area I feel like I could work on more for future reports

 

Edited on 29/3/2023

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  1. Brad BlackstoneApril 1, 2023 at 1:13 AM

    I really appreciate your effort with this reflection, Justin.

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