This is me now by Cinthya Olivares Garita https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a These two years have been very hard for you and for me...please share one of the best things lived (personal or academic level), one of the worst things faced, and one positive change or personal transformation. en-us 2021-11-23 04:13:12 UTC 2025-10-31 15:37:22 UTC hello@padlet.com johanmoralesruiz https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908606851 Best thing: I have been able to write and have some read what I write. It does not sound like much, but the fact that I like writing a lot, it's a fantastic and enriching experience. 
Worst Things: Use WhatsApp and detaching myself partially from something that I enjoyed.
Positive Change: I have improved my level of English once again, and is something that no matter how many times happens, it still makes me happy.]]> 2021-11-23 14:52:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908606851 One of the best ones was when the CI-UNA students wrote me messages calling me teacher. One of the hardest things was to get accustomed to virtual mode because I can get distracted with very simple things. I think I am more responsible now. I learned to be more patient. I learned to love these profession because at the beginning it was not like that. https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908610146 2021-11-23 14:53:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908610146 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908610548 One of the best things that happened to me was when I got a 7 in Elocution when I thought I had lost that course. The worst thing was my mental situation last semester because I couldn't organize my time. However, I learned how to organize my time, and it has helped me a lot. Now I am sure that I want to do this for a long time.]]> 2021-11-23 14:54:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908610548 My journey :) sararojasgamboa https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908610636 The best thing that happened to me during this time is that none of my family members died from the pandemic and that I was able to continue studying. On the other hand, the most difficult thing for me was dealing with my mental health, the anxiety that sometimes caused me to be connected to classes for so long and doing coursework for so long. However, the results and seeing the journey makes me feel extremely proud of myself.😊

]]> 2021-11-23 14:54:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908610636 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908611320 The best thing is that I could share more time with my baby. Since I am at home I can see him all day long and it makes me so happy. 
A positive change is that I could find a job. It has helped me a lot to learn how to treat people and know that I am capable of anything if I do my best effort. 
The difficult part has been to combine the university, my baby and the university. I have been sleeping no more than 5 or 6 hours per night. I'm exhausted now:(]]> 2021-11-23 14:54:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908611320 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908614918 The best thing lived is when you are told it's almost vacations, just kidding. One of the best things is that we know more about online classes. The worst thing faced is that online classes are kind of demotivating by themselves, eventhough they have positive aspects, there were weeks when I didn't even see the light of the day haha. A positive change is that eventhough I wasn't able to study the language as much as I would have liked to, I've learned and improved my skills.]]> 2021-11-23 14:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908614918 valverdetamara8 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908616921 One of the best things was to pass all the last year and the last semester's courses. One of the worst things was those days when I felt like quitting everything. A positive change is to know that I grew up more and at least I am not so afraid of talk like before.]]> 2021-11-23 14:56:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908616921 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908617075 One of the best things I lived is that I discovered myself, what I want to be and what I want to do. One of the worse aspects is that I discovered that I suffer from diabetes and it affects me a lot because I did not have idea and now I have to take care of myself and change a lot of things to be healthier. 
One positive change is that learned a lot from these semesters and now I'm completely in love with the major. I really want to be such a good teacher as the ones that taught me.]]> 2021-11-23 14:56:51 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908617075 alissonriveragamboa https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908617652 One of the best experiences I've had during these two years was the opportunity to teach the CI-UNA Speaking Clubs. I was doubtful about my teaching skills; however, when I prepared and taught the class, I realized how much I already liked teaching.
The worst part of online education is the isolation. Sometimes, as students, we are not able to go out or have time to take care of ourselves, which can affect our physical and mental wellbeing.
With this experience, I learned that I'm more patient and empathetic than I thought. I was able to discover an unknown part of my personality. :)]]> 2021-11-23 14:57:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908617652 Kendall's experience kendallsibajacastro https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908618194 Let's start with the worst thing. Last semester the elocution course gave me a big headache. I got frustrated because I was struggling with the evaluation, but somehow I could pass the course. Then, a positive change would be that I learned not to overthink the situations. As well, I learned how to support myself. Finally, the best thing is that thanks to those years in the university and the English that I forged helped me to get an outstanding work for vacations, and I'm really glad about it. ]]> 2021-11-23 14:57:19 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908618194 wendyarroyocarranza https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908618706 One of the best things that I have experienced within these two years is to realized that I am capable of teaching. The experience of teaching two online classes give me the opportunity to see that I would like to teach because at the beggining I was not really sure if that was what I wanted. One negative thing is that I have had some anxiety. One positive thing is that I believe a little bit more in myself, and I have improved my English as well. ]]> 2021-11-23 14:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908618706 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908624994 For me it has been a great experience. learning how to plan classes was one the best experiences because I remember the previous semester when I tried to teach and it did not turn out as I thought because I still did not have the necessary experience and knowledge. I had been dificult for me to deal with connectivity issues and sometimes my computer did not work. I have change a lot, I have learned and I have gotten over my anxiety.]]> 2021-11-23 15:00:01 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908624994 helberthblanco https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908625419 Best things: Being relaxed at home, sometimes more than need it. 
Worst experience: losing connection in the middle of a test and going to my neighbors' house to see that they didn't have an internet connection. I should drive some minutes to find a place in which I could take my exam. 
Positive change: I'm more responsible with a schedule than I was before. People may  notice that I'm disorganized with time. Years ago I was worse.]]> 2021-11-23 15:00:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908625419 esteban18am https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908629411 Attending classes from home made me spend less money and have more time with my family. (And more time to sleep). But, dapting to a virtual mode was not easy. Spending too much time in my room drives me crazy sometimes. 
However, I learned so much from being in virtual mode (new tools, new ways to teach and learn). Also, I started loving my major by learning more about it. I think I've improved a little bit more.


]]> 2021-11-23 15:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908629411 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908631159 One of the best academic things I have had during these two years was to be able to teach intermediate-level students. It was a very enriching experience. A personal aspect is that I learned to drive a motorcycle. One of the worst aspects I had to deal with was connectivity. 
Regarding my trasformation, I think I have become more responsable in all aspects of my life. ]]> 2021-11-23 15:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908631159 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908632986 The best thing that happened to me is showing myself that I can, that I am very capable of doing things well.
That bad situations pass and life goes on.
It all depends on how we want to see life and face situations.]]> 2021-11-23 15:03:24 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908632986 paulinagarro1 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908634121 Best things: I have realized that this is what I want to do and I have learned a lot in all courses.
Worst thing: My internet connection problems. It was something that really frustated me. Also, my sight problems increased and I feel worried for that.
Positive change: I'm stronger than I thought before the pandemic. Now, I believe in myself and I know I can achieve what I want if I make an effor and believe I can. I feel really proud of myself.]]> 2021-11-23 15:03:51 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908634121 https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908638491 I am very happy that I already know how to plan a class. I loved this course and I really appreciate the opportunity to have a very good teacher teaching us how to plan.]]> 2021-11-23 15:05:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cinthyaolivaresgarita/itmt4x3g2w4jpt1a/wish/1908638491