WEEK 1
EXPECTATIONS & ASSESSMENT
I have never been assessed through a portfolio before, so I'm looking forward to this. I think it will really help me keep track of how I'm doing throughout the course. Instead of just relying on tests or assignments, I’ll get to look at my learning over the weeks.
Writing a weekly journal sounds easy for me since I am already familiar with the method, even though I have never used it in an academic or personal setting. I think it’ll be useful because I can look back at what I thought in previous weeks, see how my views have changed, and spot where I’ve done well or still need to work on things. This kind of reflection should really help me get more involved in the course and understand the topics better.
I have always been fascinated by multilingualism and how people learn languages, and this course immediately caught my attention as it offers an approach that isn’t available in my current programme. Last year I took a postgraduate course called Languages in Contact, where we explored similar ideas based on students’ interests. At the time, we focused on additional language teaching and acquisition, which was incredibly enriching. I expect this course to complement and expand my knowledge, providing me with new perspectives that I want to incorporate into my future Master's or Doctoral research.
As someone who aspires to become both a teacher and a linguist, I believe reflection is essential. It encourages self-improvement and helps adapt to students’ needs. Through this course, I hope to get into the habit of thinking critically about my teaching methods, identifying what works, what doesn’t, and how I can improve. In the long run, I think this will make me a more effective educator, better equipped to handle challenges and create meaningful learning experiences for my students.
Thank you, Eriovan, for this articulate and engaging reflection. Your response shows a deep awareness of the value of reflective practice, and your enthusiasm for the subject and its relevance to your academic and professional goals is clear. I particularly appreciate the way you connect this course to your past academic experiences and future aspirations—this makes your reflection especially meaningful. Your writing is fluent and well-structured; just be sure to maintain consistency in tone by avoiding overly casual phrases in academic contexts. One small reminder: please make sure to name your files clearly with your full name and the subject, so they’re easier to organize and identify later. Excellent start overall!
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Thank you, Eriovan, for this articulate and engaging reflection. Your response shows a deep awareness of the value of reflective practice, and your enthusiasm for the subject and its relevance to your academic and professional goals is clear. I particularly appreciate the way you connect this course to your past academic experiences and future aspirations—this makes your reflection especially meaningful. Your writing is fluent and well-structured; just be sure to maintain consistency in tone by avoiding overly casual phrases in academic contexts. One small reminder: please make sure to name your files clearly with your full name and the subject, so they’re easier to organize and identify later. Excellent start overall!
