CHINA REFLECTION (DAY 1)
QUESTIONS:
1. Describe your experience taking the maglev train.
2. Name and briefly explain 2 scientific principles behind the maglev train.
3. How does the invention of maglev trains have an impact on the environment?
ANSWERS:
1. The experience on the maglev train itself its quite interesting as we get to take a train which speed reaches to the maximum of 431km/h which would be 5 times faster than an average car. It is also interesting how the train work with the use of magnets instead of wheels.
2. The maglev train levitates above ground with the help of magnetic forces. It allows the train to move at a high speed with less friction. Hence the train will be able to move faster than the usual train as the resultant force is great. At some time the train tilts and makes a turn, it ensures that the centre of gravity lies between the base area of the train and the line of action, ensuring that it is stable.
3. The maglev train uses only magnet and electricity while normal trains work on steam engines, thus, this help to reduce the pollutants released into the air, At the same time, it reduces the need of cars on heavy traffics as the maglev train is much faster than normal train.
CHINA REFLECTION (DAY 2)
QUESTIONS:
1. How are the colors being used in the ‘song’ dynasty?
2. What did you observe in the tower and how it is being used in current products?
ANSWERS:
1. An example would be yue fei. The colors help distinguish how high they are rank and how important are they in the palace. Yue fei wore purple robe this is because he is of high rank and he is not supposed to wear the same color and the emperor. He could only wear the same robe with people of the same rank.
Another example would be the color red is used almost everywhere, especially on souveniours. Red is an auspicious color which symbolizes china’s wealth.
2. In the tower most of the bricks are structure of the same pattern. As for the entire tower itself, it is build such that the bottom roof is the widest while the top is the thinnest. The tip is made thin probably to portray that it is grand and one would like to reach the top upon seeing it. Most of the interior are made of symmetrical patterns at the ceiling to symbolize how grand the place is.
CHINA REFLECTION (DAY 3)
QUESTIONS:
1. What are your perceptions before and after the CIP?
2. What have you learnt from the CIP?
3. What were the difficulties you faced and how you overcome it?
ANSWERS:
1. Before the CIP I thought that the children will be very unfriendly, fierce as we can see many china people scolding each other or talking at a very harsh tone. However after the CIP, I found out that all the children are very friendly all welcoming us warmly when we enter. In fact they are all very nice, they are not shy and do not mind taking photos with us.
2. From this CIP I’ve learnt to appreciate the things, facilities in Singapore. We should be appreciating because after the CIP I realize that their facilities are not as good. The clothes they wore some are even sewn by their parents or either by themselves. They also have barely enough stationeries to write. Each class has around 70 students which is really packed as compared to Singapore. The students are also very keen on learning but their teachers are very strict. I feel that all of us should not complain so much and be thankful for the things we have.
3. The difficulties I found would be teaching them how to pronounce the words as they have not learned the basics. I have to repeat it a few times slowly until they understand it and speak the words and pronounce it correctly. Overall this is a great experience.
CHINA REFLECTION (DAY4)
QUESTIONS:
1. Compare 2 differences in classroom teaching and learning between seng kang secondary and Tai cang experimental learning school.
2. What us the one good quality that you have learnt from your interaction with the students and how you are going to apply it?
ANSWERS:
1. The teaching in the experimental learning school makes sure that the students really understand by asking them to answer questions most of the time. The teachers also engage them in reading together as a class. Passages after passages to make sure they understand. Unlike most students in Singapore, most students really pay attention and listen. The teacher also ensures that they are not going to fast by asking whether they could catch up with her. Teachers in Singapore do not really do that and they also never really make sure that the mischievous students pay attention.
Another difference would be that the students in china have a notebook for almost all the subjects. They will take down notes in red pen(which is allowed) for themselves and they write their note down or ask each other when they have any queries. Everyone pay a lot of attention during class, all their talks are even related. Even though they may seem tense and stress in their studies, they also have a lot of homework just like us and they also have fun during lessons. The teachers also try to make the lessons more interesting by being more dramatic and telling more about their life stories. Teachers in Singapore (some) just teach from the board, not all pay attention during class. This might be useful in improving the current situation.
2. One good quality I have learnt from the interaction with the students would be how to work hard and play hard and at the same time learn more about time management. Between breaks during classes, students either have fun with their classmates or do the homework assign to them, even when meeting us, the student still bring along the assignment for them. They also have a lot of fun. Everyone seems so close to each other. There is no discrimination which is good and we should all learn. I can apply this to my class by getting the opportunity to interact with one another regardless of race and religion, shape or size. When teacher ask to split into groups, we should not say or complain like say ‘huh?’ or be unwilling. We should do it quick and without complains.
CHINA REFLECTION (DAY5)
QUESTIONS:
1. Suzhou is a place with preserved historical sites such as the tiger hill. As a younger generation, what will you do to preserve Singapore’s history?
2. Compare the differences of the streets in Suzhou and shanghai
ANSWERS:
1. As a Singaporean, we should protect our own heritage and history. In order to do so, we should take more initiative to learn about Singapore itself. For example, we as students should go visit places like museums and centre or buy book to learn more about the history itself. This is because when visitors from other countries come to Singapore, we as students should be able to answer their questions. We should also raise awareness of the people about how important it to conserve these heritage and historical places such that other generation can learn about it.
2. One of the similarity would be in shanghai and su Zhou, there are a lot of trams passing by the streets and that the streets itself are beautifully lit at night. The people also cross the street even though the traffic light is green. Hence both are very dangerous. Another similarity would be that shanghai has more high rise building than su Zhou. Most of the buildings in shangai are also closely packed. The streets in shanghai look more ancient while su Zhou is more modern. Also su Zhou is less crowded than shanghai.
CHINA REFLECTION (DAY6)
QUESTIONS:
1. What interest you the most at the science and technology museum and why?
2. If you were to create a robot, what would it be used for? Why?
3. It is important for a country to have proper urban planning for the development of the country. If you were to manage an island, how would you make it an eco-friendly tourist attraction?
ANSWERS:
1. The thing that interests me the most would be the world of robots. This is because at the world of robots, I get to see how the future technology might be and how it will benefit us. Also, the world of robots shows us many interesting inventions. For example, how the robot can fix and repair cars or even play the piano! This way our future will be very high in technology. Everything can be done with ease.
2. If I were to create a robot, it would be used for answering my doubts and queries, when I have a problem. By having someone to answer all my queries, you would not be stuck with the idea like ‘how do you start writing the reflection?’ or “how does this work?’ or even ‘why does human look like that?’ . This way I can even gain more knowledge and at some time even have a partner to talk to!
CHINA REFLECTION (overall)
QUESTIONS:
1. How has your impression of china changed in the last few days?
2. In your opinion, what are some similarities between Singapore and china?
3. List and explain three of your most memorable experiences.
4. List and explain three things you have learnt about yourself and your life.
ANSWERS:
1. Before the trip, I thought that china would be a dirty place full of unfriendly people and that it would be dull and unattractive. However, after the trip in china, my impression of china changed totally. China is a place full of tourist attractions and interesting historical facts. Its technology is better that I expected. Although it might be a little dirty, it is very eco-friendly and the people (especially children are very friendly and welcome us warmly. China in fact also has a lot of high rise buildings and interesting facts.
2. Some similarities between Singapore and china would be that both countries have a lot of interesting tourist attraction and their own historical artifacts and landsite. Similarly, both china and Singapore have a lot of high rise buildings. Both Singapore and china people speak English and Chinese. There are also a lot of trees in both countries which help reduce the temperature of the surroundings. They also have a lot of recycling bins to reduce land pollution.
3. One of my most memorable experiences would be visiting the science and technology museum. At the science and technology museum, I get to experience and see how technology has improved throughout the years and how it can benefit us in the future. The item which catches my attention the most would be having my friends singing with the robots which can even play the piano. It was quite an amazing experience.
Another memorable experience would be visiting the lei feng pagoda. Visiting the lei feng pagoda is a very good experience. Not only did I learn about their name, architecture. I am also able to see and visualize how building are built and design. I also get to see a bird-eye view of the buildings from high above. Not only does it help make us exercise, I also get to feel the strong breeze. The feeling of about to be blown away like a kite was very cool!
The third memorable experience would be the visit to the pearl TV tower which is 468m above ground. We also get to experience standing above plain glass and looking right below us. We get to feel the cool breeze and at the same time, allow some to overcome their fear of heights. Like our teacher, Mr. Teo who do not dare to stare and look down below. I wished to have stayed longer, it was indeed very memorable.
4. Three things I have learnt about myself and my life would be having to walk out of our comfort zone and do the best of our ability. Taking the first step to be independent and go on this trip to gain knowledge about the world , is good thing and I should continue to do it.
During the trip I also learnt about all the different subjects. For example, the trip on the maglev train helps provide extra knowledge for my physics. The visit to the pagoda also helps in our visual, Dnt skills and allows us to take more notice of our surroundings.
Lastly, the thing I have learnt would be we should not be so stressed up always like I have always been. Sometimes it’s best to relax and enjoy. work hard and play hard. Sometimes everyone deserve a well deserve break. Perhaps a break to give oneself the energy to continue to do better and enjoy, which I hope I can achieve.
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