How to Pass Examinations
One of the greatest events I attended this semester is a public lecture o How to Pass Examinations. It was delivered by Prof. Arthur Magugu. Arthur is a renowned academician, rhetoric and literary scholar who as published a lot of books and articles in the field of English Literature. Besides, he runs a foundation-Magugu Educational Foundation (MEF) which traverses learning institutions across the country. The talk was organized by the Literature Department and partly sponsored by MEF.
I would like to report that it was a must attend lecture which sensitized both the students and staff of this institution. In his lecture, Prof. Arthur counseled us on basic and fundamental tips which can be employed by learners in their day to day lives. I was particularly delighted by the way he pointed out that we, as students, have been failing in our examinations because of our choices. He aid that students need to be conscious about what brings them to school. However, he asserted that may of them have failed to excel because of their ignorance. They do not know that they are not studying on behalf of their parents. Besides, they are not aware of the fact that education is the best thing they should acquire in life. His lecture was so important because it acted as an eye opener to us-it instilled the spirit of hard work on us (Hirsch Jr., E., 1999).
He said, ‘Most of us do not know that our success in life is determined by how much we read both in terms of quality and quantity!’ he said that some students are not committed to their studies. However, they do not know that success solely lies on the decisions which they make. He said that students do not have managerial skills. They should learn to manage their time without wasting it at all. Meaning, they should have a reading time table to stick to throughout their studies. This should be preceded by choice. The educational system grants them a chance to choose a specific area of study to specialize in. He said that such choices should be pegged on their interests and abilities.
I was pleased by the articulate manner in which Prof. Arthur delivered his speech. His voice was clearly and audibly projected throughout the hall. This made him be understood by all the audience who keenly listened to his counsel. He said that learners should cooperate with their teacher and parents because this is the only way through which they can be comfortable in their studies. They all have an important role to play in their education (Hirsch Jr., E., 1999). Lastly, he asserted that learners should be focused on what they want to accomplish in life. He said that everyone should have a goal because it is what will determine what they will become in the future. In fact, he insisted, ‘It does not matter what you were yesterday or what you are now. The most important thing is where you are destined.’
However, I would like to point out that the lecture was organized in a prompt manner. It was an impromptu incident which was never announced. That is why attendance was not encouraging. In this regard, I would like to suggest that it would have been organized for a long time. Prof. Arthur is a distinguished scholar whose talks should be announced to all the people since no one should afford to miss them.
Works Cited
Hirsch Jr., E. (1999). The Schools We Need: And Why We Don't Have Them. New York:
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