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Jan 9, 2023

Student Talk / Practice doesn't make perfect and Can Adult learn a second language: - Survey [18]

It is not accurate to say that "practice doesn't make perfect," as practice is often an important part of achieving proficiency in a skill. However, it is important to note that simply practicing something does not guarantee perfection. Other factors, such as the quality of the practice and the individual's natural aptitude for the skill, can also play a role in the level of proficiency achieved.

As for the second statement, "Can adults learn a second language," the answer is generally yes. While it may be easier for children to learn a second language due to their brains being more receptive to language learning, adults can also learn a second language with the right approach and motivation. Research has shown that the most effective methods for language learning involve frequent and consistent practice, immersion in a language-rich environment, and the use of meaningful and relevant material. With these approaches, adults can successfully learn a second language.

glowstorm

Jan 9, 2023

Writing Feedback / Should children be banned from using their phones during the school day? [5]

This essay presents a balanced view on the use of phones in schools. it acknowledges the potential distractions and negative impacts that phones can have on students, but also points out the potential benefits that educational apps and social media can provide. The suggestion to involve parents in discussions about phone usage is a good one, as it promotes responsible use of these devices. you could give examples or cite some research to support your argument.

glowstorm

Jan 7, 2023

Letters / Revewing a Motivational Letter for IFROS (intelligent Field Robotics Systems) Scholarship [2]

Letter OF MotivatioN

what is the correct way to write a Motivational Letter for IFROS(intelligent Field Robotics Systems) and how to qualify for the ERASMUS MUNDUS scholarship.

These are the requirement for the IFROS motivational letter: outlining your reasons for enrolling in the program. The letter should clearly state (preferably 3 or more) achievements of your past curriculum which are related to the area of Field Robotics, and how these shaped your preferences towards this master program. The motivation letter cannot be longer than a single page.

This is my motivational Letter:

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am very excited to apply for the opportunity to join the Joint Master Program of Intelligent Field Robotic Systems. According to WHO approximately 1.35 million people die each year due to road accidents, I believe with the advances in Artificial Intelligence we will be able to develop self-driving cars that will allow us to save millions of lives and that is why I am interested in studying at the IFROS program. This program aligns perfectly with my passion for robotics and my goal of becoming a lead researcher in the field of autonomous vehicles. As a member of a religious minority, my family and I have faced persecution in Pakistan. Despite this, my father has always supported my studies and encouraged me to pursue my dreams, despite facing discrimination in his own career. I am grateful for his unwavering support and determination. Obtaining the Erasmus Mundus scholarship would be a major step towards fulfilling my goal of becoming a researcher and making my father proud while reducing his financial burden.

The reasons why I believe I am suited for the IRFOS program are as follows, first since I am a final year Bachelor's student of Mechatronics Engineering at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), the top-ranked university in Pakistan, I have experienced various aspects of robotics throughout my degree program, I am currently taking a course called Introduction to Robotics where I am learning the course material that will be covered in Robot Manipulation module (1.1) at University of Girona in the IFROS program. During this course I had the opportunity to study the UR5 Robotic Manipulator and the Nao Humanoid Robot during my lab sessions which further piqued my curiosity towards the field of robotics. Another reason for my interest in robotics comes from having participated in multiple robotics completion, one of those being National Engineering and Robotics Competition(NERC) the largest robotics competition in Pakistan, where I led my team to build a fruit plucking robot that used infrared and ultrasonic sensors to follow a set path and a gripper mechanism to pluck fruits from a model tree. My final year thesis is also on Self driving vehicle perception where I will fuse Stereo Camera and LiDAR by using Extended Kalman filter , this coincides with material taught at Eötvös Loránd University in Camera-LiDAR fusion module (3.9). Lastly I have a passion for Artificial Intelligence, having completed my internship at the National Centre of Robotics and Automation Islamabad, where I learned how to implement segmentation using artificial neural networks and developed a draft for a research paper on semantic segmentation for a crop/weed classifier. In addition to that I am also currently pursuing a deep learning specialization from Coursera and the courses that I have completed are mentioned in my circum vitae .

In addition to my technical skills, I also have an interest in entrepreneurship and have represented my country at the Hult Prize competition, which is a global competition for funding startups that aim to solve pressing social issues. I also am particularly enthusiastic about the third semester at Eötvös Loránd University, which will allow me to specialize in the field of self-driving land vehicle since after completing my Master's degree, I hope to continue my pursuit of knowledge in the field of Autonomous vehicle perception by pursuing a PhD in that domain. I wish to be a pioneer researcher in the field of self driving so that I can help save the lives of people all around the world and I believe IFROS is the program will help me in achieving that goal.

My passion for robotics and AI, combined with my hands-on experience in the field of autonomous vehicle perception, make me well-suited to excel in the Joint Master Program of Intelligent Field Robotic Systems. I am eager to begin this exciting journey and make a meaningful contribution to the field of Autonomous vehicles.

Thank you for considering my application.

Name, Mechatronics Engineering