I agree, learning is hard work. Knowledge is something that can only be obtained over time with dedication and perseverance. Take learning a new language for example, there is no way someone could be fluent in a foreign language in a couple of days. It takes months (at a minimal) to learn the basics, let alone truly understanding the roots of the language. There are no shortcuts, no secrets, no 'pills' to acquiring true wisdom that lasts.
Even in other practices, like sports, you learn in a social environment. Sports are pretty self-explanatory; it is much easier to practice with other people, rather than hitting a ball against the wall. But in order to actually improve your skills, you must constantly pit yourself against tougher opponents; for how can you know you are 'good' when there is no one to compare yourself to?
Proficient learning is definitely social, but it all depends on the individual. If one chooses not to cooperate, whether in a discussion or game, they are hindering themselves of learning, and (slightly) obstructing others who may want to learn. If you are really committed, you should be able to find a way to get over obstacles, and that itself would be a good learning opportunity.
Now specifically, changing to and learning digital literacy. I actually find the use of technology and the internet much easier and appealing than written works. Maybe it is because I never had to make a huge, sudden transition in the first place. Instead, as I grew up, I gradually taught myself how to use computers and the internet.
Times change - and so must we. No matter the circumstances, learning will always be a step-by-step process.
In your response, you selected only a few points, but you looked into them specifically and extended on each with your personal life experiences. This is effective in showing the reader “what you think”, which is an important aspect of a response. One thing you can do to make this response even better is by paying more attention to the paragraph structure. The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th paragraph, I feel, should be combined, as they all refer to "Learning may be social, but in the end it is individual." Finally, I really enjoyed your introduction with a simple, yet effective example, and the parallel structure, which enhanced the overall quality of your writing.
ReplyDeleteIn this response, you showed your opinion clearly in the first sentence. All the rest of paragraphs successfully supported the idea of "learning is hard work". However, just as what Isaac has mentioned, I think it's necessary to add more supporting ideas in each body paragraphs, otherwise you can just combine all of them into one. In addition, from my perspective, changing from a rote learning system like in China to a more meaningful way like Canada might not be "painful" for students. Nevertheless, lots of other issues need to consider, such as government or parents. Lastly, the conclusion was really interesting and meaningful. It indicated the viewpoint of the response perfectly.
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