What's in my mind (Individual Reflection)

EDU702: Research Methodology is one of the compulsory subject for my Master of Education. I still remember the last time I went through this subject when I was in Part 5 of my degree days which was in 2008, approximately 4 years back.

After going through the 14 weeks of this course for my Part 1, there are many things that I have learnt especially in coming out with a good research. I can make a clear comparison from my previous experience. When I was in undergraduate study, everything was given by the lecturer but today everything is independent learning that make each and everyone of us responsible towards our learning.

The article review part teaches me to be critical enough and make a cross reference too. The article is quite related to me as a teacher in school as stress is always one of the issues for teachers. It is a great article though.

Meanwhile for the tests, there are two tests. The second one was on June 2nd 2012. Both tests were challenging. Burning the mid night oil was worth for the tests. Thank God I received a good mark for the first one and waiting for the second one.

Then, we have a presentation part. There are lots of presentations that I need to do for this semester and I bet it will continue for the next until the last semester. My lecturer is supportive and understanding enough, therefore for me myself I did not face much difficulties in preparing and also conveying my presentation. At the same time, the audience; my classmates are totally awesome and supportive too.

Last but not least the research proposal part. Research proposal part is the most challenge part for me. I always have problem to finalize my research topic. I wish to explore a new topic for my research, in case if it is good enough to be carried on for my dissertation, I can just carry on wonderfully. Plus, if it is possible, i would like to do it for my PhD (in one fine day). Therefore, it is so important for me to choose the best one. Luckily my lecturer always helps me to upgrade my research and add new ideas for me to improve my research proposal. There are lots of challenges especially when I need to fine book references. I went to the INTEC library but not much books can be used as references. When I wanted to borrow some of the boos, the system at the library broke down. I was so frustrated but I won't give up. Then, I try to find few books in Shah Alam Library, luckily it worked.

Now, it is the last week for me to edit my research and submit the proposal on this coming Saturday. I learnt something and always be my reminder which is 'DO NOT PROCRASTINATE WORKS'!

Last Friday, when I was on my way to Shah Alam, I was involved in an accident. Thus, because of that I lost my focus on my works. Fortunately, I have done all my important works or assignments that need to be submitted this week earlier. I lost focus during my Education and Human Development quiz.

Thank God, I have done my research earlier and just need to do some amendments before submitting it to Dr. Teoh soon. This semester was awesome! 
Good luck dearest friends!