Isang Pahina ng Nakaraan

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Name: ASUNCION, Jezareel E.
Grade and Section: 12 – Gauss
Date: January 15, 2024, and January 17, 2024
Subject: General Biology I – Reflection

This quarter has been quite fulfilling for me, covering topics from enzymes to photosynthesis. Tomorrow, we're delving into the final topic, "Cellular Respiration," and to prepare, I plan to start advanced reading tonight. Since I wrote this reflection on January 15, 2024.

Before I share my reflections, I want to recount my experience with the BIO-UPDATE project. Honestly, I ended up cramming for it, and here's why. When the project was announced, I initially had the enthusiasm to work on it during the holidays to stay ahead and avoid stress in January. Unfortunately, family issues arose, and I lost the motivation to be productive. The emotional toll left me feeling down, and I found it challenging to concentrate.

During the holiday season, my family invited me to go out, but I couldn't start my project due to personal circumstances. On January 2, 2024, we had a family reunion, celebrating by going to the swimming pool. As days passed, I needed to choose a topic for the project, and that's when "Staphylococcus Aureus" appeared in my sight. Eager to showcase my storytelling and art skills, I decided on a puppet show. Originally, I wanted to tell my story in Filipino to express myself better, but the challenge led me to practice my English skills. Despite having a vision of how I could excel, I ended up cramming and couldn't give it my best effort. The lack of sleep added to the challenge, and I take responsibility for not managing my time effectively.

On the day of the presentation, I felt confident as I had practiced after creating my props. However, a last-minute issue arose – I couldn't print my infographic because our printer wasn't working, and I had to rely on our room printer. With the presentation scheduled for 7:30 am and the printer malfunctioning, panic set in. I was grateful when some classmates helped troubleshoot, but by 7:25 am, my anxiety intensified. Despite attempting to recall my practiced presentation, I couldn't overcome the fear in time.

I've had numerous realizations about this experience. Time management is crucial, much like our need for adequate sleep. Unexpected challenges may arise, even if you are a calm person. It's essential to acknowledge that you are responsible for all your choices and not run away from them. Also, confront your fears because doing so will make you a stronger person.

Now, enough about that. I just wanted to share my experiences. Let's delve into an interesting topic—photosynthesis. This topic is truly fascinating. Just imagine, that plants undergo this intricate cycle and process. This cycle is the basis for sustaining life on Earth. The absolute complexity of the biochemical reactions involved, such as converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose, highlights the remarkable efficiency of nature's design. To be serious, photosynthesis is not just a biological process... it's a dynamic and essential mechanism that sustains the delicate balance of life on our planet. The more we understand about photosynthesis, the more we appreciate the beauty of the natural world.

I have decided to continue my reflection on this day, January 17, 2024, starting with the challenge topic for this quarter. Honestly, I've chosen the topic of enzymes because it involves many terms that are crucial for understanding. Unlike photosynthesis, which I love due to my appreciation for nature, I also find aerobic and anaerobic respiration equally fascinating. It's like the discussion is emphasizing the importance of consistency in our activities to improve our cardiovascular fitness. It implies that sustaining a steady effort during physical activities contributes to conditioning our heartbeats. The importance of taking breaks and allowing oneself to rest is also emphasized as essential for catching one's breath. Personally, I align more with those who advocate for taking breaks rather than pushing oneself to the point of exhaustion, as pushing too hard can lead to burnout.

Now, let's talk about my grades and performance. I can honestly say that I did not show improvement in terms of quizzes. We only had one quiz, and my score was 25/40. My experience with this is that the quiz was unannounced. However, I noticed some of my classmates reviewing, so I inquired about it. They mentioned that there was a quiz in other sections, and they wanted to be prepared. As a student, it's crucial always to be ready, so I had no choice but to review. When our teacher entered our room, she granted us time to review, and I was grateful for that opportunity.

Before delving into the review, I sought guidance through prayer since I couldn't tackle this challenge alone. I dedicated my time to reading and mentally recalling the material. After the quiz, a familiar cycle started within me, where I reflected on my performance and thoughts at that moment. From the outset, I recognized the importance of SPACE REPETITION in this subject, emphasizing the need for continuous review even when there's no quiz. Why? Consistent review helps retain information in your brain and prevents mental blocks. And I failed to do that... I acknowledged this and hoped to make up for it in the next quiz, which, unfortunately, turned out to be the periodical exam.

Nevertheless, I am proud of myself for taking a stand for BIO-UPDATE. I mustered the courage to face my classmates and our teacher. I take pride in not giving up, and I look forward to the opportunity for improvement in the future.

Now, before diving into what needs improvement for the next grading period, let me reflect on the goals I set for myself in the last quarter. My previous reflection centered around the aspiration for better time management and cultivating a resilient mindset. Taking a moment to ponder this, let's explore how I fared.

Regarding better time management, it seems that not much has changed. If I had truly improved in this aspect, I wouldn't find myself cramming for the Bio-Update project, and I would have dedicated time to space repetition. Unfortunately, the reality suggests that I'm still grappling with this challenge.

Now, onto a resilient mindset. Here, I believe I've witnessed some positive developments. I managed to overcome the fear of speaking up and expressing myself. This, in itself, is progress. Despite this advancement, I acknowledge that there's still room for growth.

As a sentimentally driven individual, it's a mix of disappointment and pride. Disappointment in realizing that certain areas, like time management, haven't seen the desired improvement. However, there's a sense of pride in acknowledging the strides made in cultivating a resilient mindset. Moving forward, I recognize the need to redouble my efforts in refining my time management skills and initiating a structured study routine. The journey continues, and there's a determination to embrace growth and learning in the upcoming grading period.

Overall performance? A 7/10, I'm not that satisfied but still thankful because I'm here... writing this reflection. At mayroong pagkakataong matuto at makita ang mundo.

Note: Ma'am Lea, thank you so much po for making sure na may natututunan po kami sa inyong subject. Kahit po hindi ko ma-ta-take ang Biology para sa aking kurso, natutuwa po akong may natututunan ako tungkol sa kapaligiran. Lalo na't I'm a nature lover po talaga at mas lumalalim po ang pagmamahal ko sa kanila nang malaman ko po kung paano sila nabubuhay or nangyayari ang isang proseso (dahil mas in-depth po 'yong turo ninyo.) Naalala ko po 'yong kuwento n'yo po kahapon na kulang po ang tulog ninyo and still pumasok pa po kayo para sa amin. Nakita ko po talaga kung gaano po kayo ka-dedicated sa pagtuturo, also po, masasabi ko pong mahal niyo rin po ang mga estudyante ninyo dahil hindi naman po lahat ng teacher ay gagawin din po ang ginawa n'yo para sa amin. Kahit po nasa harapan ako at hindi madalas makapag-salita and express myself more po, I'm always listening po sa lahat ng sinasabi ninyo. MARAMING SALAMAT PO, MA'AM LEA!