Digital Storytelling (Reflection) | Diva Putri Joelkarnaen | 1B Farmasi

Summary

In this video, a 19-year-old pharmacy student reflects on their journey learning English. They discuss the challenges they faced, such as unfamiliar vocabulary and pronunciation difficulties, especially in technical subjects. Despite struggling at times with assignments and quizzes, they highlight their perseverance and the progress they’ve made. They also share how Mr. Erwin’s bilingual teaching approach helped make difficult concepts more accessible. The student expresses pride in their achievements and encourages others to persist in their language learning, emphasizing that the journey, not just the results, is what matters most.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker introduces themselves as a 20-year-old pharmacy student studying at Tasikmaya University, currently in their second semester.
• 😀 They emphasize the importance of English learning and how it helps in communication and professional development.
• 😀 The speaker faced challenges in learning English, particularly in translating technical pharmaceutical terms and improving pronunciation.
• 😀 By practicing English through quizzes and exercises, they gained a deeper understanding of vocabulary and sentence structure.
• 😀 A key learning moment occurred when Mr. Erwin explained lessons in English and also translated them into Indonesian for better understanding.
• 😀 Despite challenges, the speaker learned how to overcome obstacles by persevering in their English studies.
• 😀 They describe the progress they made during the semester, learning new vocabulary and understanding complex systems in English.
• 😀 The speaker highlights how learning English helped them understand subjects like skin, hair, nails, and various biological systems.
• 😀 Although the speaker still faces difficulties with assignments and quizzes, they are determined to improve and overcome language barriers.
• 😀 The speaker expresses excitement when taking quizzes, finding joy in the process of learning and expanding their knowledge.
• 😀 Despite low quiz scores at times, the speaker recognizes that progress is gradual, and they are proud of their commitment to learning and improving their English skills.

Q & A

What is the speaker’s name, and where is he studying?

The speaker’s name is [Name], and he is studying Pharmacy at Tasikmalaya University.

What semester is the speaker currently in?

The speaker is currently in his second semester.

What challenges did the speaker face while learning English?

The speaker faced challenges in translating words, especially pharmaceutical vocabulary, understanding material in English, and pronouncing certain words correctly.

How did the speaker overcome these challenges?

The speaker overcame these challenges by practicing questions in each chapter, learning new vocabulary, and using translation apps when necessary.

What role did Mr. Erwin play in the speaker’s English learning?

Mr. Erwin explained the material in English and also provided translations into Indonesian, making it easier for students to understand the content.

What impact did the learning process have on the speaker’s confidence?

The learning process helped the speaker build confidence by showing that persistence and practice could overcome difficulties. The speaker also felt more excited and motivated during quizzes.

What is the significance of the final results in the speaker’s journey?

The final results are important, but the speaker believes that they are not the ultimate measure of success. The focus is more on the learning process and the gradual progress made.

What specific topics did the speaker learn during the semester?

The speaker learned about various systems in the human body, such as the skin, hair, nails, ears, endocrine system, lymphatic system, hepatic system, and the reproductive system.

What aspects of English learning did Mr. Erwin emphasize beyond the chapter material?

Mr. Erwin emphasized pronunciation, parts of speech, sentence structures, and correct use of language, which were not directly related to the chapter material.

How does the speaker feel about his progress in learning English?

The speaker feels proud of his progress, noting that his English skills have improved significantly over the semester, and he rates his English course score as 90 out of 100.