Pre-discussion

1. Should govenment be responsible for keeping consumers safe
I believe that government has a responsibility to protect consumers. In Canada, the government controls many items such as alcohol and cigarettes. After 11 o'clock, consumers are not allowed to buy any alcohol by the government. For another example, the government restricts companies to put some pictures which are warning the risks of smoking. Many people quit smoking and stop drinking alcohol by these reasons. Government contributes not only consumers' safe but also their health.

2.Should individuals be free to choose risky behaviour if they want to
Even though government controls many risky items, consumers also have a right to buy the items. For example, smokers know smoking causes a lung cancer; however, they choose it by themselves. So, if they get a lung cancer, it's their responsibility. Government should interfere with consumers' right,but consumers should control themselves as well.

Research Paper:
1. Do you think your writing has improved overall by doing this paper? Explain.
Yes. It was my first time to write 18 pages and I learned how to paraphrase. I have improved not only paraphrase but also good vocabulary words.
2. What are some of the skills you improved in while doing the paper?
I learned how to organize clearly and how to find a book in the library.
3. How do you feel about your paper?
I felt satisfied.
Presentations
1. Did you enjoy listening to the presentations?
Yes, I learned various fields and most of the topics were so fascinating.
2. What did you learn about presentation techniques while listening to them?
Classmates had confidence and they minimized which information is important.
3. What did you learn during the process of preparing for your presentations?
I learned how to organize. I was more familiar with this topic. I also learned how to chose the best word to tell.
4. Were you satisfied with you own presentstion?
I was sick; however, I felt satisfied.

Developing Sound Study Habits

The most important factor to achieve good marks is effective studying. Learning can bring a lot of satisfaction; however, studying usually requires hard work. There are three steps to acquire effective learning. The first step is one should set up a schedule to ensure one has enough time for studying. It is important to divide exact time to study and check your time. In order to keep up your concentration level, you need to take breaks. Writing your schedule down is also important to have a regular study routine. Before starting studying. One should set up one's learning for goals and objectives. People have tendency of delaying big tasks. According to Alan (1996), " many of us tend to tackle simple, routine tasks first, saving lager tasks for later. " The tendency to delay major assignments affects learning negatively. The second step is to find a quiet place to study where one can concentrate. Most llearners can not concentrate when there is noise around, so one should avoid places that can disrupt one's attention and focus. The third step is to reward one's studying once it is completed. Rewards can stimulate one's motivation to learn. One can reward oneself in different ways such as snacking, watching a TV show or calling a friend.