EP PADLET GROUP B - Week 4 by farah dhaniyah

WEEK 4

farahdhaniyah99 — 2021-08-19 06:28:37 UTC

Assalamualaikum & hi everyone!
It’s the final week! Congratulations everyone, you all deserve a pat on the back for making your project possible!
Please write, upload lots of pictures & videos in this final Padlet =)

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

4. What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

5. What can be improved in this project?

Elective Posting Week 4

a168302 — 2021-08-25 11:01:14 UTC

Amirah Aida binti Abdul Rahim (A168302) - 13/07/21

Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

Perhaps not to the fullest but yes, I think I have fulfilled the objectives of this project that I first had in mind.

I could say I’ve accomplished my first and second objective magnificently which are to acquired new skills on basic visual gesture and editing skill, and second is to become competent in finger spelling aspects.

But, I barely achieved my third objective which is to make sign language close to our society and widened this knowledge with my peers. The only person I had chance to teach was my sister. My other siblings and friends are all busy with their own work at the moment so I couldn't bear to bother them.

All in all, I am now assure that I have a firm base in sign language skill and I can now apply it in my daily life by confidently start a light conversation with people who use this language.

What have I enjoyed or liked the most about the project

What I love the most about this course is that it offered a flexible schedule for the students since it was held online through a recorded videos. Thus, I can learn while enjoying my other activities such as eat ramen, listen to music and pause in between the session to take a lunch break.

Besides, it is good that this course is through recorded videos because I can repeat it for how many times I wished in order to understand the topic holistically.

What have I found challenging about this project

For me, the most challenging part for this project is when I was asked to answer quizzes especially for topic 8 and 9. Since I'm nearly at the end of the course, the level of difficulty is getting harder and the vocab used is now wider. Sometimes, I got confused between some words that have similar gesture. Thankfully all my teachers are very responsive and kind. They will enlighten me whenever I have questions.

Another challenging thing that I found is to do reflective writing with approximately 2000 words. I always hate doing reflective writing because I'm not good in self reflect. However, I know this is significant for me to improvise myself so I will put all of my effort into it.

What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

Alhamdulillah, I think everything had turned out nicely for me as I was able to complete the course in 1 month time period. I have been really productive in those 1 month and I could never regret choosing this course as my project. Now that I'm almost finished with my final report (reflective writing and video submission), I couldn't wait to enjoy my holiday to the fullest without having to worry about my elective posting. (yay :D)

What can be improved in this project?

I'm aware that now we are in pandemic, the virtual class might be the best option for us to learn. However, it will surely be good if this course can be done physically so it will be easy to ask any questions regarding to the task and also we can interact with each other using sign language physically.

With this, I attached a video of me doing sign language. I hope you guys enjoy watching it! Stay safe everyone! :D

elective posting week 4

2021-09-01 01:46:17 UTC

Mohd Ridzwan bin Arman A168589

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

I think I have fulfilled the project objectives although it maybe not perfect as I have mention in my proposal which I have three objectives including able to communicate with deaf people, able to learn all the basics and advance sign language and manage to ask question with sign language with proper facial expression.

In my opinion, I might be not that perfect to communicate using sign language but with basic things that I have learned I am pretty sure I will manage to apply things that I have learned slowly and make use to it.

As the second objective where I will able to learn all the basics and advance sign language, I think I have accomplished this objective but maybe there are more advanced things that I need to find out maybe not through this course. However, as for me I think I have covered enough to understand and communicate with deaf people.

And in my opinion, the most that I confident is the third objective which is able to ask question using sign language although the facial expression need more practice because I still feel awkward using facial expression to communicate.

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

I enjoyed the most about this project is the learning process because I learned from videos and after that post my own sign language videos which I think it is frustrating when I keep watching the videos to memorized what they have taught but it teach me to not easily giving up. Although, it was hard at first and keep repeating watching the videos but I enjoyed the process and I take it positively.

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

the sign language itself is already challenging because I need more time than expected to memorized and to get used to the sign for every topic.

Other than that, the quizzes also I found hard to do because the actor in the videos were too fast and I need to pause the videos to catch up with the sign that they were performing.

4. What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

I think everything worked well even though at first I thought I want to have a good holiday with my family as I rarely to have times with them which I only manage to go back to my hometown after year in campus and it have been like that since I enter UKM. I only manage to see my family members once in a year at the end of the semester. However, through this course maybe I gain some new and important knowledge that will benefit me. Everything was completed only in 1 month. So next, I will be finishing a final report.

5. What can be improved in this project?

Rather than virtually, physical class or project might be the best but with the pandemic I am sure online course or project is the best that we can do. However, I still preferred the physical class so that I can communicate with the teacher and ask questions.

EP (week 4)

nnaminyin07 — 2021-09-04 16:24:54 UTC

Nurul Nazmin Aida Binti Khairul Nizam (A163598)
30/08/2021

Were the objectives of the project fulfilled ?

      Honestly, I may not fulfilled my objectives to the fullest yet as I wanted to learn this sign language in order for me to communicate with deaf community. In future I hope I can communicate with them. As for this pandemic, I just able to communicate and create awareness about sign language among my family members which I proud of it.

      However, I do fulfilled my second objectives whereby I was able to understand the non - verbal communication throughout this elective posting. I am very happy about it. New achievement unlocked. 

       Even though my sign language may not be prefect, as long as the other person understand it, it was magnificent.

What have I enjoyed or liked the most about the project

         What I enjoyed the most is that the flexibility in learning this language. As I can just watched the video whenever I have free time at home. I also enjoyed the learning process and how to apply what I had learned. I am having fun while learning it. It give me the leisure and the thrill of learning something new yet quite beautiful language.

What have I found challenging about this project

            As for me, in doing the sign language itself was quite challenging. This was because I was not used to it. I thought it was easy but I was wrong. The sign language itself have it owns beauty that I need to master it. For example, some hand gestures are quite similar to one another and sometimes it make myself confused. However, practice and patience makes it prefect.

           Another challenging things for me was that, I have to write reflective writing with 2000 words. I am having quite hard time because of it to be honest. I am not particularly good in writing in addition have to make it with 2000 words. Nevertheless, I still try my best in writing it and complete all my elective posting tasks.

What has really worked ? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

          Thankfully everything that I had in mind went quite well. I was happy to make used of 4 weeks duration in learning something new. In addition, I was able to learn it thru online with much leisure and full of excitement. Soon I will completed the final report. Hope for the best.

What can be improved in this project ?

          I was hoping to learn this physically with the respective lecturer and friends. It was much more fun in that way but we need to comply to the government instructions due to Covid - 19 pandemic. I think I will able to learn it fast in this way. However I still enjoy and gratefully learning it online because I still able to flow my own time in learning it.

Nur Ain Izzati binti Muhammad A162697 (WEEK 4)

a162697 — 2021-09-06 05:32:12 UTC

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?
To be honest, I really hope so. My main objective which is familiarising myself with sign language is definitely fulfilled. My other objectives, I think will mostly be fulfilled when I am able to apply my lessons in real life. But overall, I am satisfied and ready to do so. The thing I am most surprised and happy with is about my other objective of indirectly learning the deaf culture. I thought I would only be able to do this post elective posting when I will be able to communicate and ask directly the people with this culture. However, things to an unexpected turn when I took initiative to connect with them through social media and learn more or less about the deaf culture through our interactions in the social media. This was really unexpected as I didn't plan this part my overall activity outline in my proposal. This was such a pleasant surprise indeed. I was very glad I got out of my comfort zone to do this.

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?
As I mentioned before, I like the surprise and unexpectedness of it all. I honestly did not see myself picking up new things (apart from medical things) when I started med school. Didn't think I would have the time for them, slumped as I am with the course. Therefore, I am very glad for this opportunity to just learn new outside thing of my liking and definitely will be beneficial for me in the future.
Besides, I think it was really fun that I can communicate with people that I did not expect to be able to connect with before. The aspect of being able to continue this in the future with people who use ASL really makes me giddy with excitementand anticipation.

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)
I think this was obvious as I had mentioned it a lot of times before, which is to memorise the signs for each things I learnt. This was totally different from picking up a new verbal or written language. Due to the similarity of the signs and the stiffness of my hands, I found being fluent in ASL is the biggest challenge I had faced about this project. Also, as I am not a very creative person, I found myself still stumped on making the poster. I intend for it to be informational AND pretty, however I think I can only achieve the former and not so much on the latter.

4. What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)
I think the learning part has went on splendidly. Also, I am very proud of my time management as I am able to do my weekly tasks hassle and stress-free along with maintaining a very balanced personal life with my family. while I am at home I am very proud of that as I know, I am not that good with managing my plans before.

5. What can be improved in this project?
In my opinion, I could have picked on more topics to learn, for example 2 topics per week instead of one. Although I did pick the topics that I think would be most beneficial and useful for me to use in real life communication, I couldn't help but feel that I could've indulged on topics that I still find interesting although albeit less useful.

Final Week of EP

a168214 — 2021-09-06 17:27:00 UTC

SOFEA NAJIHA BINTI MUHAMMAD SHAFIQ
A168214
28TH AUGUST 2021

Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

I would say it is 90% fulfilled as i am still not satisfied with the result of my ebook recipe. Nevertheless, i still managed to learn a lot of new recipes which is the main objective of my elective posting and i am proud of how my cooking skills has improved so much better now.

What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

The thing that i like the most about this project is when people especially my family members and friends love my cooking and finish them. It really makes me feel happy and satisfied. I am really glad that i choose this cooking course as my elective posting project as other than i get to learn a lot of new recipes, i also managed to learn few tips on how to make my cooking looks delicious and tempting.

What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

I think the most challenging part about my project is to overcome my fear with hot oils! I had an incident where hot oils were spilled all over my face when i was 13 and it was really painful and stressful as it was not easy to get rid of the scars. Most of the recipes i bought at the website requires me to fry but i tried to stay calm and follow the tips shown in the cooking videos i joined on how to not make the hot oils splash. I am glad that i managed to overcome my fear of hot oils when i did my elective posting project as i was really afraid to fry anything before.

What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

I think everything turned out well and nicely for me throughout this project and i am really proud of my progress. Alhamdulillah, I managed to complete my objectives and all the things i had in mind throughout the past 1 month and i am really happy that i choose the right project for my elective posting. I cannot wait to finish my video submission and also reflective writing and enjoy the remaining days of my semester break.

What can be improved in this project?

In my opinion, if i had the opportunity to have some classes face to face with my cooking instructor/masterchef this project would have been so much fun and interesting as i get a better experience and knowledge as well as ask some tips from the chef himself. However, i am aware of our current pandemic which soon going to be endemic situation, hence this was the best option for me during this challenging time. Other than that, i am grateful for the opportunity i had and i am happy that the whole project was carried out smoothly and nicely.

Here is a short video of me overcome my fear of hot oils by frying crabs for my kamheong crabs

EP WEEK 4

a168366 — 2021-09-06 18:34:43 UTC

SWAATHI A/P ANBALAGEN (A168366) 23rd August 2021

Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

Indeed. After a month of hard work and efforts and I’m delighted to announce that I have successfully fulfilled objectives of my EP projects.

My objective was to learn new things about baking. Well, I certainly learned new things about baking from my online baking course. Besides, I learned about basics mistakes in amateur baking and how to fix mistakes by doing extra research and managed to apply it in my baking. Which brings to my next objective, be able to apply things I learnt in my baking. My final objective was to come up with an E-book consists of recipes and tips for future references and I’m glad that I’ve completed that too.

What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

Almost everything. Baking have been always therapeutic to me. I find it instantly rewarding when my bake becomes a success. When it’s not, I always get intrigued and works extra to know my mistake and correct it in my next bake. So when I get to do something I love for my EP project, it’s a bonus for me. I enjoyed each and every minute I spent during my project. I even spent some late nights watching baking videos on YouTube and reading about baking online out of pure interest.

What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

The most challenging part was the abiding by the timeline. Managing my time was definitely of the most challenging part of my project. Sometimes I tend to procrastinate and end up with pile of work to do. Besides, I also felt baking is an expensive project. The equipment, ingredients were much expensive than I thought. I can say that I have exhausted my savings for this project.

What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

The tips I picked up from YouTube bakers really were helpful in my projects. For instance, It’s safe to say that none of my bakes went into trash. I followed their instructions and incorporated their tips in baking and the outcome was impressive. I’m proud of my bakes and my family loved every single bakes of mine. That made me really happy.

What can be improved in this project?

I wish I could have improved in terms of selection of recipes to try out. I played safe by baking only recipes that I was comfortable with. I opted for easier recipes since I was afraid of failing. I wish I could have explored on pastries, tarts or even breads. Maybe in future when I’m confident and have the luxury of time, I’ll learn and try those, especially Biscoff Cheese tarts.

EP Week 4

2021-09-08 06:02:43 UTC

Sarah Batrisyia bt Hasnizam (A172053)

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

Most of the objectives i have listed are fulfilled so far. I have managed to get acquainted with my kitchen by familiarise with the kitchen, the tools and equipment in it. My cooking skills and my self esteem has improved by joining this EP and i felt more confidence in cooking after going through this. Through learning the recipes it has encourage cultural awareness and create sense of belongings. However, in regards of food presentation i think i have many more to improve. As for the last objective about gaining skills for future business or profitable engagement, i didnt manage to cover this objective. All in all, i am very glad of myself as i manage to fulfill the objectives i listed.

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

The thing that excites me the most would be how my family appreciates and enjoys the meals I prepared. It really creates an amazing sense of satisfaction when others like your cooking. I kind of get how mothers usually felt full even just by watching others eating 😅😂. Other than that, I am proud of myself as I have unlock a new skills, learn new recipes and finally have enough confidence to cook even though to cook like an expert seems far fetch but I am slowly improving day by day. For me that is something to be proud of.

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (Any part of the project you found hard to do)

I think the hardest part would be staying positive and not giving up on myself even after multiple failed attempts. At first, I was very excited to cook and the first attempt failed horribly that disappointment hits me really hard. I am also a bit embarrassed as cooking for other people isn’t something hard but yet I failed. That was a bit discouraging. On the bright side, I managed to divert the disappointment into encouragement. With undivided support from my family members, I manage to complete my EP successfully. Thanks to them tolerating the failed dishes and be putting up with whatever new dishes coming, for that I am really grateful.

4. What has really worked? (Any part of the project that you thought worked well)

Despite the hardships i stated in previous padlets, everything actually turned out pretty good. It was a slow progress but I improved and managed to fulfil almost all of the objectives. I never thought I could actually cook before joining this class, so far I managed to accomplish all the things I had in mind throughout the past months and I am glad that I chose this cooking class as my EP project.

5. What can be improved in this project?

To be honest, a part of me wishes that this cooking class could be executed face to face instead of online as I believe in-person-session would have maximise learning experience especially in terms of skills. It is true that, you can see it from the videos but it wouldn’t be the same. However, i truly understand that under current circumstances this is the best option and I am happy how well the process went so far.

2021-09-08 08:18:46 UTC

NARMETHA BASKAR
A168689

Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

It’s the final week and I think its safe for me to say that I have indeed fulfilled most of my objectives. Although I’m still an amateur, but my baking skills have definitely improved tremendously. My main objective was to understand the basics of baking, including the golden rules of baking. 4 weeks into this project and I’m already mastering the tricks on troubleshooting problems that arise while baking.

What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

Everything. From the recipe planning to finally savouring the baked goods, I have definitely enjoyed the entire process and I am very grateful for that. If I have to pick my most favourite moment, that would undoubtedly be the end part of each baking session where I’ll have to wait anxiously for the outcome to see if I did a great job. Baking is indeed very therapeutic.

What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

Every project is like a double-edged sword. I did face a lot of challenging moments but the hardest one would be procrastination. The idea of getting the ingredients from the shop is already exhausting, what’s more the cleaning process after the mess I would make in the end. These thoughts alone would lead to procrastination, but all in all, the therapeutic feeling of baking would make it all worth it in the end.

What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

The tricks and techniques taught in the course on how to fix baking blunders were one of the many things I found very useful. For instance, substituting some of the baking soda for baking powder helps the cookie dough to rise. Also, we can always under-bake the cookies if we are unsure about the oven temperature.

What can be improved in this project?

I wish I had been more experimental with my selection of recipes, so I would be able to learn more and in depth as I make more mistakes along the way. I was too afraid to try out bold recipes as I did not want to waste the ingredients. The baking tools and ingredients are definitely not as cheap as I had expected! Overall, it was definitely a great experience and I can’t wait to try out more recipes in the future, now that I am a little more skilful then how I was before !

EP Week 4

a167623 — 2021-09-10 16:59:55 UTC

Harshini A/P Ponniah (A167623) | 18 August 2021

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

I can’t believe that in the span of four weeks, I have managed to achieve the objectives of my elective posting project. In the beginning, I was slightly skeptical if I would be able to fulfil my end goal for baking, but I guess there is so much that we can successfully pull off when we devote more time and effort into it. In short, I have attained the objectives of my project, specifically in educating myself and having a deeper understanding about the theory behind baking and to apply this knowledge by baking pastries and goods for people around me.

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

To be honest, the whole process was pleasant and therapeutic. Before I started baking, I was stressed wondering how am I going to dive in into a field that is not relevant to me. I thought the whole journey would be stressful and strenuous for an amateur like me. However, what made this project different was that even after a long stressful or tiring day, the process of baking made me feel relaxed and calmed my mood. To be more precise, my favourite part of the process was looking at the final product and tasting it to see if my effort had been paid off. Also, the part that comes after—which is when my family or friends taste it and I would nervously wait for their feedback. These little things made me feel satisfied and elated at the same time.

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

‘Life without challenges is a journey without adventures’ is something I truly believe in. Along the way, I faced some hurdles and challenges but these obstacles only made me more resilient and enhanced my decision making skills. Some of it includes finding the right ingredients needed for the recipe. Due to MCO, it is to difficult to find a baking shop nearby but thankfully around Week 2, I found a new baking supply shop nearby. There were no options for delivery for most ingredients so I had to drive out to the baking shop and thus exposing my risk to Covid-19 virus. Also, some products needed for the Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake could only be found on Shoppee, thus the delivery for that took some time and delayed Week 4’s plan. In addition to that, I also had difficulties with my oven’s temperature adjustment until I needed my mother’s assistance.

4. What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

In my opinion, I feel that all of the pastries baked tasted scrumptious which made me realize that the recipes I chose are the ones that really worked out for me throughout this project. Credits to the tips and techniques taught by the course as well.

5. What can be improved in this project?

I feel that I have opted for simple recipes and took the easy way out. I was too reluctant to take up harder recipes as I was afraid to fail during my first try. In the future, I would settle on recipes that includes frosting and decoration and sharpen my baking skills as much as I can.

EP WEEK 4

farahdhaniyah99 — 2021-09-11 11:35:29 UTC

Nur Farah Dhaniyah binti Muhammad Fadzil A168436
1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

I can say that almost all my objectives of the project were fulfilled. With a lot of practice, I believe that my cooking skills have increased better than before I start my project. I also been able to learn a lot of new recipes that I have never heard before such as Ayam madras. But for the long term objective, I realized that my journey was still far ahead from my reach, however because of that I know I will never give up from achieving it.

2. What have you enjoyed or like the most about the project?

Of course it was when I start my practical in the kitchen while being supervised by my father. The thrilling and excitement when I cook really made me enjoy going through my classes.

3. What have you found challenging about this project?

I found it hard when I try to compliment my family preferences and the recipes I learned from the course. I have to know wether my family like the dish to be more spicy, or to be less salty and more. I also found it hard to finish my assignment which are video presentation as my skills with editing is a little bit humble.

4. What has really worked?

I think what has really worked was when I cook "daging goreng cili kering" on my first attempt. I know that I already said about this matter before but I just cannot really forget my first successfull achievement in this project. :) All my family loves it very much including me and there was no words to describe how happy I am when I saw the meal on the plate was finished.

5. What can be improved in this project?

I think if I do this project again in the future, I will go out to buy the ingredients by myself and learn how to differentiate the bad with the good one. But because we do this posting during COVID19, I understand that there will be some limitation we need to abide of. Thank you!!!

2021-09-11 16:03:18 UTC

Loshiny Dewi a/p Jeeva A168534

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

Absolutely yes! I have gained a new skill which is baking. I learned to bake cookies, cakes, muffins and bread. In the 4 weeks, I learned some baking theories and skills and also baked some really good items which was really satisfying. Enrolling into the art of baking in udemy, really taught me excellent new tips which I believe will be useful for my future baking. This course made my baking smoother and more enjoyable. It’s nicer to bake when you have the understanding and know the intricates in baking. Thanks to Yuppiechef from udemy for that! Baking cakes, cookies, muffins and bread for special occasions? No problem, I can do it with the knowledge I’ve gained from the course and my experiences in baking during the 4 weeks.

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

The part I enjoyed the most is looking at my family enjoying my yummy baked items. It motivated be to do better the next time. The whole baking process was fun, because I can be creative and experiment the recipes. It was fun to use my creativity in baking and take my own sweet time to give a presentable output. I found baking very therapeutic. It’s something that pleases me and pleases the ones who eat it, which are definitely my family.

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

The challenging part were the trials and errors throughout the baking. There were certain times where I had to re-do which was quite frustrating, but somehow I found the ways to make sure the second batch turns out well. My mom did help me out by checking the consistency of the better, and also the taste before baking. I also did find for some tips in YouTube which really helped as well. Overall, I overcame the obstacles which taught me that every problem has at least one solution.

4. What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

I used to be not confident when it came to baking but after taking this online course from udemy, I learned a lot of tricks and knowledge about baking. It really blew my mind and I learned the mistakes I did from my past baking experiences. One of the interesting discoveries was, I’ve always wondered why the cakes I used to make rise in the oven and falls when it cools down, and during the baking course I understood that the cause of it is too much baking powder/baking soda. Using the tips from the course really improved my baking skills in 4 weeks. I could see the difference between the baking goods I did in the 4 weeks and the ones I did before acquiring the knowledge. This week I baked cheese bread, and it turned out great with some slight experimentation of my own. It was a great end to a great start!

5. What can be improved in this project?

The only thing is, I think I was quite in my comfort zone, trying recipes which were quite simple because I was afraid that I’ll mess it up terribly. I should have tried doing pastries and tarts. I wish I were more confident and courageous enough to try out challenging recipes.

EP Week 4 A167771

2021-09-12 05:17:35 UTC

Name : Ummi Raimi binti Ibrahim
Matric no : A167771
Date : 7/9/2021

1. Were the objectives of the project fulfilled?

I think most of the objectives for my project which is Cooking Skills for Beginner fulfilled. Eventhough there were some incidents happened when I were in the kitchen like forgetting the flow of inserting ingredients inside my dishes, overheated but I believed that was a part of my learning process. Based on the 4 main objectives of my project, 1. I get acquainted with my kitchen by familiarising with the kitchen, tools and equipment in it such as the common spices used ( turmeric, chili powder, cumin, coriander, mustard seeds) and types of knives. 2. I get to improve my cooking skills and promote my self esteem in cooking dishes too. 3. I am also able to appreciate past and present practices of the Malay food heritage and culture in Malaysia. 4. I gain skills for future involvement in entrepreneurship related to food and dishes.

2. What have you enjoyed or liked the most about the project?

Things I enjoyed about my project is I realized that cooking is part of my coping mechanism. It means that cooking is somehow helps me to relieve my stress and boost my mood. This is because cooking engages our senses and it got the ability to activate memories. The smell of dishes remind me of my grandmother's house, my favorite restaurant or vacation. This allowed me to immerse in memories as I cook is a therapeutic way to relieve stress and boost my mood. I love watching my family and friends enjoyed my cooking too! Not to say that I am a professional cooker after joining this class, but to see ones finishing my cooking fluttered my heart!

3. What have you found challenging about this project? (any part of the project you found hard to do)

I think the most challenging part of this project is at the beginning of it itself. When I proposed my project and wrote the application letter, I was uncertain either I managed to complete this project or otherwise. It was because we were at the college and it was uncertain either we got to go back home or not during our semester break as our country is still under RMCO. I was quite anxious, hoping that our government will allow us students to spend our breaks at home. Alhamdulillah, everything went smooth and here I am, completing my project at my home sweet home!

4. What has really worked? (any part in the project that you thought worked well)

I am glad that most of my objectives of this project fulfilled. I manage to get my purposes and objectives of my project done despite all the hustle and hurdles. My cooking skills improved over the time and it boost my confidence and self-esteem level. I realized that we should not be afraid to immerse ourselves in anything new and we should embrace failure, not fear it. Cooking taught me that failing is a part of success. It is okay if dish that we make does not turns out as we expected, we can learn from our mistake and try it again.

5. What can be improved in this project?

Overall, I think that this project is carried out well. I would appreciate it more if I could have a face-to-face class with my supervisor, but I understand with current movement restriction orders and for everyone’s safety, this is the least we can do with our project.

Attached is video of my Ikan Siakap 3 Rasa of my assessment video asked by my supervisor. Enjoy!