Hello my name is Ying He you can call me Yuuka, i’m come form GUANG ZHOU Dongguan， one of the industrial cities in China，Dongguan is famous not only for its industry and imitation goods, but also for its unique traditional foods, like rice noodle rolls, roasted goose, and zongzi. Dongguan is close to Guangzhou and Shenzhen, making trips there convenient. I often go on weekends or holidays to see friends.

Student Name & ID Number:YING HE2404433

Module / Title of PCA:Academic Integrity

Date watched:15/5/2025

Main idea(s):We explained the definition and rules of academic integrity.

Details:The video elaborates on specific behaviors that violate academic integrity, including but not limited to: accessing mobile devices or reference materials during closed-book examinations, as well as procuring assignment or project solutions from third parties.

Furthermore, it delineates the permissible parameters of open-book examinations and explicates the disciplinary ramifications for academic integrity violations.

Clarity:I find the definition of when external assistance is permitted remains somewhat ambiguous. For instance, it is unclear whether translation software can be used when completing assignments.

Reflection:I should reduce reliance on AI translation tools and attempt to complete the majority of assignment content through independent writing. This approach will better prepare me to handle examinations with greater ease.

Language:reflective,continuously,experience

Preparing for discussion:I think I should watch the video several more times to reinforce my understanding of the content.

Student Name & ID Number:YING HE2404433

Module / Title of PCA:Reflective Practice

Date watched:15/5/2025

Main idea(s):The video explains the concept of Reflective Practice, introduces its principles and application methods to facilitate our learning.

Details:The instructor introduces a structured reflective practice framework centered on five fundamental questions: what occurred, why it happened, how one felt about it, what lessons were learned, and how to improve in the future. This carefully designed methodology promotes daily engagement in critical reflection to cultivate it as an enduring professional habit.

Clarity:I have no questions about the methodology itself; my concern lies in whether I can consistently maintain this practice.

Reflection:I have never systematically engaged in this type of reflection before, but I believe I can apply it more extensively in my future studies.

Language:reflective,continuously,experience

Preparing for discussion:nothing

What did I do?
Today I was working on making a paper airplane following the instructional video.

What were I thinking and feeling?
I was interested in finding out if my crafting skills had deteriorated, and I was happy that I easily completed the paper airplane. However, during the follow-up vocabulary activity, I struggled to express my thoughts in English, which slowed down my responses.

What was good and bad about the experience?
I think I did well overall in the lesson. It wasn’t as easy as it looked, because although it was a simple activity with clear video instructions and straightforward vocabulary requirements (with no strict limitations), I still faced some challenges in verbal expression.

Was the outcome successful? Why (not)?
It was exactly what I had been hoping for. Although I made a mistake in one folding step, I adjusted it later, and it didn’t affect the final result. During the flight test, the airplane still performed well.

What did i learn?
What I learned is that completing class tasks smoothly can be a completely new experience for me.

What can i do better in future?
In the future, I hope to rely less on translation tools during discussions. Achieving this would give me a great sense of accomplishment.

Erik Erikson's quote from Identity: Youth and Crisis suggests people look for their tribe in society to feel they belong and stay mentally healthy. I think his view has a flaw. Sure, humans are social animals - we need our tribe for belonging. But real acceptance comes from within. You must know yourself first to understand society and find where you truly fit.

I think David Bowie's quote basically means 'get out of your comfort zone.' He's telling people to keep pushing their limits I don't see any problem with this - in fact, we share similar views. But while pushing my limits, I always make sure I get enough time to process things and rest.

2 Frida Kahlo produced numerous self-portraits and paintings depicting her family. Historically, art movements emerged to challenge the divinity-centered tradition, establishing portraiture as a dominant genre that unveiled humanity and asserted human subjectivity. Through her self-portraits, Kahlo powerfully affirmed her own worth—this profound validation of selfhood is precisely what makes her work so compelling to me.

3 In her works, I see her dignity and confidence—yet they also unflinchingly depict her pain and tears. What moves me most is her refusal to look away from such suffering.

4.I often paint original characters of my own creation. To me, depicting these personal figures serves as a visual diary of my growth—a medium through which I can express emotions with subtle symbolism. Recognizing this same approach in Kahlo's work creates profound resonance.

So what?
I noticed a significant difference between Chinese and Western education styles. Before the course began, we had an online meeting with our Chinese advisor who told us to "relax and enjoy the course because it would be fun." At the time, I was skeptical of her words, but now I've experienced it firsthand.

Now what?
In the future, I will approach the course with more ease and immerse myself in the beauty of the language.

This is because I recognize that language is one of my stronger skills. Although I'm not sure if class participation counts toward the final grade, I still strive to present my best effort.

However, I still struggle with expressing more complex ideas. For example, during the recent PS1 interview, even though I learned many new words in preparation, I couldn't use them naturally in the actual conversation. As a result, my answers might have sounded rehearsed.

Why was it important?
Clear communication is vital for artists—after all, our work can't speak for itself. To ensure my art is understood in the UK, I need to develop this skill. It's also essential for thriving in daily life abroad.

What will you do next time?
I think my current participation level is steady, so I'll maintain this momentum. That said, I definitely underestimated the preparation time needed for PS1. Next time, I'll aim to sound more professional. I also plan to start an oral journal to improve fluency—perhaps incorporating it into my PCA practice.

I believe that identity is crucial for designers and artists, as it helps them retain their creative uniqueness and find the target audience for their work.

For example, there is an online artist _r4m. Because of long-term mental health medication, her right hand shakes and can't draw straight lines. So she creates art with wobbly curves instead. This became her unique style. Her work often shows emotional pain. Many people with similar mental health struggles saw her art online and felt deeply connected to it. This is a good example of how identity can shape real-life success in art.

Her illness and messy line style became part of her artistic identity. Because her work truly reflects her life experiences, it gained huge recognition online.

For me personally, when browsing art online, works demonstrating exquisite techniques and themes that resonate with my daily life attract me the most. As I mentioned earlier, there are many such examples. Therefore, I fully agree with this perspective.

For example, there is an online artist _r4m. Because of long-term mental health medication, her right hand shakes and can't draw straight lines. So she creates art with wobbly curves instead. This became her unique style. Her work often shows emotional pain. Many people with similar mental health struggles saw her art online and felt deeply connected to it. This is a good example of how identity can shape real-life success in art.

Her illness and messy line style became part of her artistic identity. Because her work truly reflects her life experiences, it gained huge recognition online.

For me personally, when browsing art online, works demonstrating exquisite techniques and themes that resonate with my daily life attract me the most. As I mentioned earlier, there are many such examples. Therefore, I fully agree with this perspective.

My weak English foundation has become the biggest obstacle in my writing. The vocabulary I currently know is far from enough to complete a proper piece of writing.

The approaching deadline is what finally pushes me to start writing. My desire for good grades outweighs my laziness—which might be a good thing, but I can't keep relying on this habit. When I'm forced to finish assignments at the last minute, I feel anxious, uneasy, and frustrated.

I'll start my assignments earlier next time. I will definitely make a schedule to track what I can accomplish.

I didn’t prepare notes for this presentation, so I felt very nervous at first. But once I started speaking, I gradually found my flow, and I could feel myself getting better and more confident.

2. What worked (or didn’t)?

I think this is a great way to practice thinking on my feet, and it really worked!

But my thoughts weren't organized clearly enough, and my PPT didn't help remind me of my key points.

3. What did you learn (from others)?

My slides could be more visually polished, and in these presentation opportunities, I should try to share more content.

4. What feedback did you most enjoy?

My favorite moment was when Chenying asked me a question during Q&A. She mentioned some buildings that reminded me of my special memories from that place, which brought joy to the whole class.

5. What was the most helpful feedback?

Actually, I found all the feedback helpful. This kind of interaction really encourages me to express myself more in English.

This is an interview with artist Ram2, featuring an introduction to their artwork. The pieces use young girl imagery and skeletal motifs as symbols, combining functionality with the lines of the human body. Using 3D printing technology, the artist has created a series of shelves and accessories that evoke feelings of pain and melancholy.

Personal Connection:

Since childhood, I’ve been exposed to subculture, where female melancholy, pain, and blood have always been significant themes—especially in anime and alternative art. At first, I found it beautiful, but now, when I encounter such works, I feel a sense of discomfort as a woman. Seeing girls’ bodies twisted, bent, with exposed bones and lingerie, turned into shelves—I can’t help but think: Is this how women are seen in their eyes? Why only women? I believe this shift in perception comes with my growth.

This is a magazine interview with artist Santong. I want to discuss her graduation work A Night Ride to the DAY mentioned in the interview. The story follows a girl named Dizzy who, while sorting through her late father’s belongings, unexpectedly saves a middle-aged man attempting to burn himself alive. They share similar family issues—both have strained relationships with their fathers. To repay Dizzy, the man joins her on a journey to fulfill the unfinished wishes of the deceased, hoping to free her father’s lingering spirit.

Personal Reflection:

I come from a difficult family background myself, so I deeply relate to both the girl's emotions and the middle-aged man's sorrow. As someone whose family members are still physically healthy, I realize that working on these family relationships will be one of the most important challenges I need to face in my life ahead.

This is a fan-creation artwork from a doujin artist, featuring characters from the commercial game Arknights.

The story explores the connection between an orphaned priest and the malevolent spirit haunting his church. To relieve the church's burden, the young priest is sent to live alone in the cursed chapel. For survival, he must confront the evil spirit using only his faith and compassionate heart.

This is ultimately a story about love and self-discovery.

Personal Reflection:

As a former Arknights player, I dislike how commercial games treat their characters like commodities—this is where I share common ground with this fan artist. Unlike typical fanworks, her creations don’t just express love for the characters; I also see her resistance, a form of pushback against the game’s shortcomings.

2Interface of Kojima Productions' Introduction, Including the Company Introduction Written by Hideo Kojima；https://www.kojimaproductions.jp/en/company

3The award - winning interview of Hideo Kojima is the source of the profile photo of Hideo Kojima in the poster.http://www.bafta.org/games/features/the-fellowship-hideo-kojima

4The secondary - creation works taken by the players of Death Stranding at the game's shooting locations. The landscape pictures in the background of the poster are all from these places.https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV14u4y1a7jX/?spm_id_from=333.1387.collection.video_card.click&vd_source=d82f19ece12fe3a24e72335c47b0f4f8

5Musichttps://music.163.com/song?id=1419191927&uct2=U2FsdGVkX18lY0CCOKAH4txiUFDjBUvZ00tQPHgwlHs=