red roses

          In the 9th week of my academic speaking class, my lecturer, Mr. Udi, covered the topic of diplomatic communication. He explained that there are the times when we have to communicate problems and we can say it exactly as it is. We communicate directly and there is no impact on the relationship. However, there are other times, when the situation is sensitive, the stakes are high, we do not know the other people well, or the relationship is key to develop such as in a negotiation or with external customers. In these situation, we may have to adapt our communication to be more diplomatic and use softened language to land negative messages in a way which reflects the context and relationship dynamic.   According to the explanation that has been provided above, what is actually diplomacy? Diplomacy is the process of negotiating between representatives of nations or groups in order to settle issues and develop partnerships.   Diplomacy in commu...

   In this paper, A. Minh Nguyen the writer of the paper explores how studying abroad can boost critical thinking and global citizenship. The author cites Richard Paul and Linda Elder's theories to show the interconnectedness of creative and critical thinking. The paper emphasizes the benefits of study abroad programs, including improved cultural understanding, language skills, and career opportunities. Additionally, it underscores the synergy between creativity and critical thinking.     The author argues that study abroad experiences contribute to the development of critical thinking skills and the cultivation of a global perspective. The author provides evidence to support the claim that study abroad enhances creativity and criticality. The paper also recommends certain policies and practices to ensure the desired outcomes of study abroad programs, including incorporating study abroad into institutional efforts to promote critical thinking...

 Digital literacy in education means knowing how to use computers and the internet for learning. This includes finding information online, checking if it's reliable, using educational apps, and working with others online. Many studies have shown that it is important for students and teachers to be good at digital stuff in the classroom. This helps students find information, think carefully about what they read online, talk to their classmates, and be ready for new technology in the future. So, digital literacy is a big deal for learning and teaching in today's world.   Teachers and students use digital tools and online applications to create effective learning experiences. They make online content that can be used for teaching and learning, and they change how lessons are taught, tests are given, and communication happens. However, there are several things that can be considered when applying digital technology in teaching method. First, teachers should know what students need...

Last week on Saturday, I attended a seminar about life-changing experiences from a speaker who is currently studying abroad at Queensland University of Technology. The speaker shared her experience of getting a scholarship and studying abroad. There were several things discussed by the speaker during the seminar. The first thing discussed was how important it is to know yourself, to understand your identity. This could include your role in your family, like being a child, and what you should do as a child in the family, like obeying your parents and being a good family member. Similarly, in our current identity in the educational environment, we need to understand our identity as students and our duty as students, which is to learn and grow to prepare ourselves for the future. Besides knowing our identity, the speaker also talked about the importance of understanding our environment, starting from a small scale like our family. For example, in a family, there might be some iss...