Unlike most of my peers, my parents were kind enough to give me an iPhone 3GS when I was only ten years old, an act virtually unheard of amongst my peers. At the same time, my new smartphone opened a whole new realm of possibilities for my life, from video streaming to handheld gaming and even the possibility of writing on the go. It would be fair to say that this device brought the … [Read more...]
My Academic Life from Secondary School to University
Let us start with the foremost thought in my mind: I did not enjoy my academic life. I managed to secure a place in Raffles Institution after my Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) results were released. As I have noticed, it is a place that raises many eyebrows when mentioned. The name conjures an image in the mind's eye: a boy clad in an all-white uniform, destined for … [Read more...]
5 Things You Need to Know about Implicit Bias Test to Become a Better Team Member
An implicit bias test is a tool that individuals have commonly used to determine biases. As our global consciousness increases regarding the role biases play in our daily lives, you need to consider implicit bias tests to assist your self-development and become an effective team member. Here are five things you need to know about implicit bias test for self-development that will help … [Read more...]
Teenagers’ Perspective on Technology: What They Are and Why Parents Need to Know
Teenagers and technology are like peanut butter and jelly. The lives of today's teenagers seem to be deeply integrated with technology, whether in their academics, social lives, or hobbies and pastimes. Schools have begun deepening their focus on the technological competence of their students. We can also notice teenage friendships taking on a new dimension in social media. Teenagers also utilize … [Read more...]