Critical Thinkinh and Digital Technology

So, last week speaker was bro Alfian, he shares about his experience of struggling for study abroad. Experiencing the thrill of going abroad can be accompanied by challenges, such as navigating visa complexities, financial constraints, and logistical hurdles. The struggle often lies in finding a balance between saving for the journey and managing the intricate details of international travel. Overcoming these obstacles requires meticulous planning, determination, and a step-by-step approach to turn the dream of an overseas adventure into a rewarding reality.

- AI is part of the ecological crisis facing humanity. It can help overcome the crisis or make it far worse. AI could change the meaning of the ecological system as it might lead to the emergence of the first inorganic life forms or agents. - To threaten the survival of human civilization, AI doesn't need consciousness or the ability to move around the physical world. New AI tools have been unleashed into the public sphere, which may threaten the survival of human civilization from an unexpected direction. - AI is gaining mastery of language at a level that surpasses the average human ability. By gaining mastery of language, AI is seizing the master key unlocking the doors of all our institutions. - AI has just hacked the operating system of human civilization. The operating system of every human culture in history has always been language. AI is gaining the ability to manipulate and generate language. - AI is gaining the ability to develop deep and intimate relationships with huma...

Diplomacy in English communication involves using tactful and strategic approaches to convey your message effectively and maintain positive relationships. Some key tactics include:   Politeness: Use courteous and respectful language to show consideration for the other person's feelings and opinions.  Active listening: Pay close attention to what the other person is saying, ask clarifying questions, and show genuine interest in their perspective.  Constructive feedback: Offer criticism or suggestions in a constructive and non-confrontational manner, focusing on solutions rather than blame.  Empathy: Try to understand the other person's point of view and emotions, and validate their feelings, even if you disagree.  Cultural sensitivity: Be aware of cultural differences and adapt your communication style to be culturally appropriate.  Flexibility: Be open to compromise and negotiation to find mutually beneficial solutions to conflicts. Maintaining confide...

  The Benefits of Study Abroad Study abroad is typically described as life-changing. A defining moment, or so participants say, study abroad helps shape a participant’s life for years after the experience. In 2002, the Institute for the International Education of Students (IES) conducted the largest survey of study abroad alumni ever. the data, which the Institute gathered from 3,723 respondents who took part in IES study abroad programs between 1950 and 1999, show that study abroad positively influences the maturity, education, and career path of participants. Beyond the Cultural and Linguistic Benefits Consider the improvement of creative thinking and com- munication skills. Tracy Rundstrom Williams shows that stu- dents who study abroad generally demonstrate a greater increase in intercultural communication skills after their time abroad than students who stay on campus.  Stronger results have been obtained. Irvine Clarke III et al(etal). show that students who participate ...

 UNICEF defines digital literacy as “the knowledge, skills and attitudes that allow children to flourish and thrive in an increasingly global digital world, being both safe and empowered, in ways that are appropriate to their age and local cultures and contexts.”  Through the lens of education, we like to think of digital literacy as a student’s ability to use digital tools and technologies to work, learn and interact. Digital literacy manifests as both cognitive and technical skills. Beyond being a basic required skill to move about in today’s connected world, there are a number of specific benefits students will realize once they gain digital literacy skills: 1. Improved writing, reading, listening and speaking skills 2. Ability to identify authentic materials 3. Increased frequency and ability to use digital technology  4. Enhanced ability to collaborate with teachers and peers 5. Enhanced engagement  6. Improved academic performance

 Name : Ailsa Rahma Nim : 2223220043 i just attended a seminar, with the topic Life Changing - Experiences Through Overseas Study, with the speaker Mrs. Yesika Maya Ocktarani. She shared her experience studying abroad.  Listening to her experience inspired me a lot. It make me believe that there are many chance and opportunities to study aboard. She said that there are some steps when we want to study abroad, some of them are you have to know yourself and get to know the environment.