ESP is a difficult subject. It is really not that simple to write a summary or a comprehension test on modules in psychology. I will now evaluate my process in learning ESP.
First of all, I should mention summary writing. I must admit that this is one of the most difficult tasks. Writing a summary not only checks if you manage to summarize the text that you have read, but also tests your grammar knowledge. It was quite hard at the start, but now I am getting used to it and it does not take that much time and effort to write it.
Secondly, the comprehension tests on modules in psychology is definitely the most difficult part of the whole ESP. I was never good at learning various definitions and that is why I did not do well on these tests. I understand the text quite well, but I just can not remember specific definitions.
Furthermore, making power point presentations was really fun. Looking up for information and pictures was interesting. I believe I did well on this assignment.
More over, I never had difficulty in speaking impromptu. I feel comfortable with my general English so it was not hard to speak in class at all. I believe I did it well enough.
Listening tasks were easy. I had a lot of practice in my school. We used to listen to various text almost every lesson so I have trained my ear to hear and understand even native English speakers. I also loved to watch English films and that gave me a good exercise too. Listening practices are my favourite ones.
Finally, writing contributions to e-portfolio (weblog) was really interesting. I have had a blog earlier so administering it was not difficult. It is a very good way to store your works as they never get lost. And it gives the opportunity to express yourself in a creative way. I believe I performed well on this assignment.
All in all, ESP is a thing that requires a lot of time and effort. I understand that I did not do everything that was in my power to learn as much as I could. But I feel that I have improved my English thanks to ESP lessons.
2008 m. gruodžio 11 d., ketvirtadienis
The real summary on Nomophobia.
Nomophobia is the fear of being out of mobile phone contact – and it is the plague of the 24/7 age. More and more people are becoming dependant on their mobile phones. 53 per cent of mobile phone users experience anxiety and stress when they find themselves without their cell phones or if they understand that the battery of the phone has discharged.
Francesca Steele has performed an experiment about this fear. She wanted to prove that this mobile obsession is misguided. Francesca decided to spend a week without a mobile phone while leaving all the daily activities the same. She stated what in the old days people managed to survive and communicate without even knowing about such an invention as a cell phone.
On the very first day of the experiment she got an SMS just before she had to turn off the cell phone. As it became clear after the experiment it kept bothering her the whole time. The whole week turned out to be a total disaster. Francesca missed trains, she was constantly late on appointments. She could not even meet up with her friends. Francesca tried to use payphones but it was not a solution to her problem whatsoever. It only cost her a lot of money and gave no benefits.
On the other hand, this experiment did have some positive sides. After a long time Francesca spoke with her parents on a landline with no cars roaring beside her. They could finally have a quiet and normal talk. Moreover, she realized how calming it is to be incommunicado on occasion. How relaxed you can feel while no one can bother you. When you can have a rest between work and whatever you are doing afterwards.
To sum things up, Francesca did feel really uncomfortable without her mobile phone. It was difficult to plan the day. She wasted a lot of time searching for her friends. She admitted that living without a cell phone nowadays is almost impossible.
Francesca Steele has performed an experiment about this fear. She wanted to prove that this mobile obsession is misguided. Francesca decided to spend a week without a mobile phone while leaving all the daily activities the same. She stated what in the old days people managed to survive and communicate without even knowing about such an invention as a cell phone.
On the very first day of the experiment she got an SMS just before she had to turn off the cell phone. As it became clear after the experiment it kept bothering her the whole time. The whole week turned out to be a total disaster. Francesca missed trains, she was constantly late on appointments. She could not even meet up with her friends. Francesca tried to use payphones but it was not a solution to her problem whatsoever. It only cost her a lot of money and gave no benefits.
On the other hand, this experiment did have some positive sides. After a long time Francesca spoke with her parents on a landline with no cars roaring beside her. They could finally have a quiet and normal talk. Moreover, she realized how calming it is to be incommunicado on occasion. How relaxed you can feel while no one can bother you. When you can have a rest between work and whatever you are doing afterwards.
To sum things up, Francesca did feel really uncomfortable without her mobile phone. It was difficult to plan the day. She wasted a lot of time searching for her friends. She admitted that living without a cell phone nowadays is almost impossible.
2008 m. lapkričio 25 d., antradienis
Learning ESP
What is the easiest way of learning ESP (English for Specific Purpose)? No one can give a straight forward answer to this question. But we all can agree that only practice can improve it.
Firstly, you will not be able to learn ESP if you do not have at least a decent knowledge in General English. There are different ways how to learn it as it is not too hard. English is one of the easiest languages in the world. It is learned by listening to audio materials, reading and writing texts or even just by watching English films or TV shows.
However, things are much more complicated with ESP. At first it looks really complicated and difficult as you have to learn a whole lot of new termini. The definitions are sometimes very hard to memorize and there are so many of them. To my mind the easiest way is to participate in class activities. Most of the students are simply afraid to speak bad, to make grammar mistakes or just to show that he (or she) did not understand a termini of some sort. Reading literature, watching films on psychology is not enough. We must speak as much as we can about psychology issues. ESP classes provide us with perfect conditions to do that.
In conclusion, ESP is not an impossible thing to learn as we have all the needed things to do that. The only thing that might be missing is motivation but this depends on everyone personally. It is all up to you my friend - you can do it!
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2008 m. lapkričio 13 d., ketvirtadienis
Analytical summary.
Sleep and dreams.
In the 14th module of the Robert S. Feldman's coursebook "Understanding Psychology" we get to know more about "Sleep and dreams". This chapter introduces us with states of consciousness during sleep, explains different stages of sleep, dreams theories and sleep disturbances.
Firstly, the writer describes four stages of sleep, describing physical differences in the brain during each of them. Rapid Eye Movement (REM) is also explained in this module. Moreover, the author informs us about how much sleep is necessary for people of different age per 24 hours.
Next goes the function and meaning of dreams. Robert S. Feldman writes about the main theories of dreams, analyzes them from different perspectives. Then we are introduced with the main sleep disturbances. And finally, explains daydreaming and gives some advise on how to deal with sleeping problems.
To sum thing up, the author gives many interesting facts, describes researches and various theories of sleep and dreams.
In the 14th module of the Robert S. Feldman's coursebook "Understanding Psychology" we get to know more about "Sleep and dreams". This chapter introduces us with states of consciousness during sleep, explains different stages of sleep, dreams theories and sleep disturbances.
Firstly, the writer describes four stages of sleep, describing physical differences in the brain during each of them. Rapid Eye Movement (REM) is also explained in this module. Moreover, the author informs us about how much sleep is necessary for people of different age per 24 hours.
Next goes the function and meaning of dreams. Robert S. Feldman writes about the main theories of dreams, analyzes them from different perspectives. Then we are introduced with the main sleep disturbances. And finally, explains daydreaming and gives some advise on how to deal with sleeping problems.
To sum thing up, the author gives many interesting facts, describes researches and various theories of sleep and dreams.
Psychology of kleptomania.
Imagine you catch a kid stealing a candy in a store. What do you do? Of course you warn the kid that he is commiting a crime and can or even will be punished for that. But have you considered the opportunity that maybe he was not a common shoplifter? Maybe he was a kleptomaniac. Kleptomania is the condition of not being able to resist the urge to steal.
People with this disorder can not resist stealing things. Mostly things of little or no value at all, such as pens, paper clips, tape, small toys, or packets of sugar. It is even possible that same of them are not aware that they have committed the theft.
Kleptomania can be distinguished from shoplifting or ordinary theft. Shoplifters and thieves steal for money, or other gains. They do it on purpose and plan it. While people with kleptomania are not necessarily thinking about the value of the items they steal.
Kleptomaniacs feel guilty after having stolen something and often try to return all stolen things. Why did he steal in the first place you could ask? They have this compulsive impulse to steal witch means that no matter what kleptomaniac tells himself, he can not prevent the act.
Kleptomania can be treated several different ways, such as therapy or counseling. There are different types of therapies, such as: behavior modification, family therapy. Psychological counseling is believed to be the most effective way of cureing this disorder.
Kleptomanics are sick people. We can not judge in advance whether the kid stole that candy on purpose or did he do it because he just could not help himself.
Psychology of laughter.
,,Some people ask the secret of our long marriage, we take time to go to a restaurant two times a week. A little candlelight dinner, soft music and dancing. She goes Tuesdays, I go Fridays."
It would not surprise me if you laughed after reading this joke. We laugh, but we do not know why we do it. It is believed that that the main functions of laugh is to release of uncomfortable and express positive emotions, to bring people together. Laughter is a universal language, spoken and recognized by people all around the world.
Laugh can also prove useful medically. It reduces stress, lowers blood pressure. It is also proved that while laughing our bodies produce endorphine - a natural painkiller witch makes us feel much better and even happier.
What do you imagine when someone tells you that he (or she) is laughing but you can not see him (or her)? Not all laughs are the same. Different types of laughter are :
· Snorting: a snob expressing disapproval.
· Sniggering: insensitive, unsympathetic and immature.
· Cackling: loud, ape-like shrieks, enjoying the misfortune of others.
· Chuckling: kind and thoughtful.
· Belly-laugh: open and trustworthy.
In conclusion, there are many benefits of laugh. It comes in different shapes and situation. Although the scientists can not fully explain the origins of laughter it is still one of the most pleasant things we can experience. Just do not worry, be happy and laugh a lot.
2008 m. lapkričio 11 d., antradienis
Analytical summary
Professor Robert Feldman is the author of the coursebook ,,Understanding Psychology". The first theme of this book covers the main information about psychology. It consists of three modules: „Psychologists At Work”, „A Science Evolves: The Past, the Present and the Future” and „Psychology’s Key Issues and Controversies”.
In Module 1 Robert Feldman shows the pros and cons of the science of psychology. He gives an overview of the main fields on psychology such as educational, social and business. Finally, he mentions some areas where psychologists could work.
„A Science Evolves: The Past, the Present and the Future” module tells us a short overall history of psychology. Professor Feldman introduces the most famous psychologists of all times. Lastly, the author introduces the reader to a variety of psychological perspectives.
The last module speaks about the most important issues and controversies in psychology. It also gives an example of how culture, race and ethnicity could influence our behavior. Robert Feldman gives his oppinion on the future of psychology and it’s perspectives.
All in all, the author gives basic information about the science of psychology. Its history, main issues, contraversies and even its future. Robert Feldman supposes that the need of psychologists will grow.
In Module 1 Robert Feldman shows the pros and cons of the science of psychology. He gives an overview of the main fields on psychology such as educational, social and business. Finally, he mentions some areas where psychologists could work.
„A Science Evolves: The Past, the Present and the Future” module tells us a short overall history of psychology. Professor Feldman introduces the most famous psychologists of all times. Lastly, the author introduces the reader to a variety of psychological perspectives.
The last module speaks about the most important issues and controversies in psychology. It also gives an example of how culture, race and ethnicity could influence our behavior. Robert Feldman gives his oppinion on the future of psychology and it’s perspectives.
All in all, the author gives basic information about the science of psychology. Its history, main issues, contraversies and even its future. Robert Feldman supposes that the need of psychologists will grow.
2008 m. rugsėjo 30 d., antradienis
My Future Profession
Why did I choose psychology?
Psychology is science about people’s minds. I guess we’ll all agree that it is a thing that interests everybody. Who wouldn’t want to understand the way people think, what leads them to do certain actions and what causes their various reactions to different factors. Moreover, I have asked some friends of mine about this course and everybody told me that when you study psychology you get all the answers to questions that bother you. And I do have quite a few… Finally, it doesn’t really matter where you work or what job do you have after graduation, you’ll always have to work with other people. And the knowledge that I’ll have after finishing this course will help me to communicate with other people in any situation.
I am certain that I have chosen the right speciality ant the right university. I am determined to study and gain knowledge about this fabulously interesting human psychology.
Psychology is science about people’s minds. I guess we’ll all agree that it is a thing that interests everybody. Who wouldn’t want to understand the way people think, what leads them to do certain actions and what causes their various reactions to different factors. Moreover, I have asked some friends of mine about this course and everybody told me that when you study psychology you get all the answers to questions that bother you. And I do have quite a few… Finally, it doesn’t really matter where you work or what job do you have after graduation, you’ll always have to work with other people. And the knowledge that I’ll have after finishing this course will help me to communicate with other people in any situation.
I am certain that I have chosen the right speciality ant the right university. I am determined to study and gain knowledge about this fabulously interesting human psychology.
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