Saturday, November 13, 2010

My third post

In this week's tutorial, I have learnt various ways to produce more desirable results when using google search engine. One of the search strategies is to create search queries with key variations. This is the first time I have came across this kind of method to do research. I was impressed upon seeing the results that differ from what I usually get without using key variations.

I came to know of another search engine also, Google Scholar. At first, I have doubts in this search engine because I don't believe that I will be able to get a more desired results by using it. But when I used both search engines, Google and Goolge Scholar, the top fews results for Google Scholar are all relevant to me whereas Google does not give me the result that I want on the first page. This shows that Google Scholar is a much more effective search engine with higher relevance as compared to Google. I am definitely looking forward to using Google Scholar for my future researches.

I had discussed my point of view of the given topic on the facebook forum. This is my very first time posting my view on discussion forum. I felt that there is nothing to be afraid of to share your perspectives on the forum. It is a very good way of widening your knowledge in a short period of time. It is also a very quick way to get other people's opinion which can be helpful in our research. I will definitely participate more actively in the discussion forum in near future.

Citation and bibliography are essential in doing researches because it violates the right of the person who originated or contributed to the idea. It is so important that we should credit others for their ideas, if not we run the risk of plagiarism. If we put ourself into their shoes, we would definitely want our hardwork to be acknowledged and credited.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

My second post

Hi readers, this is my second blog for EIR. In this second week of tutorial, I was tasked to reseach on reseach on a topic that I choose which is nuclear energy source. The reason why I choose this topic is because I have a great interest in Science and i hope that i can be able to get to know more about it.

 For my second part of the assignment, I am tasked to purchase items that I would like to have if I have $500 in my hand. I believe many would think that how great will it be if its real. Well, there are stuffs that flash through my mind. They are..........

Iphone 4 - 189pounds

I have always dream of having Iphone 4. Hope that I will not be disappointed with the applications and other function when I really can get one.

Perfume - Joop for Men. 39 pounds
Pleasant smell gives people around you a pleasant feeling:D hopefully a good impression too

Addidas Ball Shoe - 59 pounds
My ball shoe has worn out already. A new one would be nice.....

Adidas Tiro Sweat 23.99 pounds

It will be useful if the weather is cold. It look stylish too.

Perhaps, this are the items that I would really like to have if I have extra money on my hand. Shopping online has a certain disadvantages and one of them is buyers could easily get cheater as they are not sure of who the sellers are and also the information given in the website may be a scam.

At the end of this assignment, I have learnt that it can be simple to get the things we want through the internet as the items can be cheaper but one should not be too commited into online purchasing as he or she may risk being cheated.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Hi all readers, my name is Zhong wei and Im from Diploma in Business Information. My favourite past time activities are watching anime, reading manga and play sports. I also like to listen to music and my favourite singers are Jason Mraz and Bruno Mars. They do have a nice voice(Y). I don't really have a favourite TV programme as I spend most of the time using laptop when im at home. I like to eat rochor beancurd for supper with my friends. My hobby is to play badminton. Practise, practise and practise makes you a good player.

The reason why I have chosen EIR as my cds is because I hope that this subject will help me with my project in the future especially when it comes to researching.