After that, we went for the NICA circus training. As Melissa mentioned, we should always be careful and also be spontaneous to do certain things. Yanyang also said that we should have confidence and contantly encourage others during activities. I believe many of us accomplished what we did today through these two factors mainly. Then, Weijie got injured and as Benedict says during debrief, we should be aware of our surroundings and help our partners. Dunkai also talked about taking the initiative to help others and also to be sensitive. If we were not sensitive, minor things that we said might offend someone and cause misunderstandings. Germaine also talked about not having negative thoughts as subconsciously, we would get affected and not be able to achieve certain things or goals. There were quite a number of injured people today and Jingyi mentioned that we should all take good care of ourselves. There's only
Thursday, December 17, 2009
16December2009
It's finally my turn to share and blog today.(sorry bout the late post) It was a enriching yet tiring day for all of us. First was the Genetics Laboratory Experiment, which I found most interesting. We got the opportunity to observe our DNA and cheek cells. I found out that the appratus used here were slightly different from those we used during SPA experiments in school. Also, the lab was new and therefore, we had the chance to use the proper apparatus. From this, I learned how one's action may affect another's. Such as destroying or vandalising on an object may affect the next person using it. Personally, I think that genetics is one the most interesting aspect of science. As the lab demonstrator told us "genetics is a world where infinite amount of questions can be asked everyday." It is one where the learning does not stop and people constantly search for information. Then we proceeded to the Melbourne Zoo and through the talk, we learnt more about ethics concerning the animals. Research done on animals should not inflict harm on them just for the benefits of human as animals also have their rights. Also, the guide brought out a snake for us to touch. It was quite an experience for me as I've always been afraid of snakes after the impressions of them on television shows and others. At first, I was nervous about touching the snake, but throught the encouragement of others, I've learnt to overcome my fear.
After that, we went for the NICA circus training. As Melissa mentioned, we should always be careful and also be spontaneous to do certain things. Yanyang also said that we should have confidence and contantly encourage others during activities. I believe many of us accomplished what we did today through these two factors mainly. Then, Weijie got injured and as Benedict says during debrief, we should be aware of our surroundings and help our partners. Dunkai also talked about taking the initiative to help others and also to be sensitive. If we were not sensitive, minor things that we said might offend someone and cause misunderstandings. Germaine also talked about not having negative thoughts as subconsciously, we would get affected and not be able to achieve certain things or goals. There were quite a number of injured people today and Jingyi mentioned that we should all take good care of ourselves. There's only4 2 days left!! Anyway, get well soon! That's all, goodnight! :)
After that, we went for the NICA circus training. As Melissa mentioned, we should always be careful and also be spontaneous to do certain things. Yanyang also said that we should have confidence and contantly encourage others during activities. I believe many of us accomplished what we did today through these two factors mainly. Then, Weijie got injured and as Benedict says during debrief, we should be aware of our surroundings and help our partners. Dunkai also talked about taking the initiative to help others and also to be sensitive. If we were not sensitive, minor things that we said might offend someone and cause misunderstandings. Germaine also talked about not having negative thoughts as subconsciously, we would get affected and not be able to achieve certain things or goals. There were quite a number of injured people today and Jingyi mentioned that we should all take good care of ourselves. There's only
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Yup that was a fun day. Ya as i said some people of our science world should be more sensitive towards others as they could have helped those who had injured themselves at the circus.
ReplyDeleteI think that those big sized guys could have help us carry Arron and Wei jie instead of just walking of by themselves. I think that at the same time we are having fun, we must take care of ourselves and our friends and look out for each other.
Well thats about it.I feel like staying here forever.XD Well GOODBYE GUYS! Btw Victoria I think you are posting on day 15Th not 16Th .
for the first lecture, which is the Genetic Laboratory Experiment, i thought it was interesting. I didnt know how DNA is collected before this. cool experiment.
ReplyDeletenext up was the circus. it was alot of fun. before going, i was afraid that i would not be able to do what they expect of us. but, after that, i realised that if we never try, we never know. We have to be daring to try so that we will find out what we can do. :) However, there were a few injuries after the activity. We have to be very careful in whatever we do to prevent bad things from happening. Hopefully, all of us will learn from this experience.
Ya when we're overseas we really must learn to be independent and take good care of ourselves, having a healthy body is very important.
ReplyDeleteThe circus was very entertaining to me as many moves contain aerial movesw that i am interested in.
Its one more day till we fly off, i will miss Melbourne. xD
The zoo is a bit too big. I was quite disappointed as there isn't that many animals that i thought they should have and the animals seems lonely as they are alone in one place. However, i enjoyed the times with my friends walking from place to place.
ReplyDeleteThe circus trip is a wonderful trip to me, maybe not for those who injured themselves during this trip. I have learn to encourage myself more and not to get upset even if we fail to perform it well. Practice make perfect and i think those trainers had to practice a long time before having such result. It is alright for us to fail as this is our first time and if there are chances for us to practice more, i will try to do it better.