【推荐1】With the development of modern technology, robots are going into many fields of human beings. They can be instructed to carry different tasks and finish them well.

【推荐1】Distance or Face-to-Face Learning: What’s the Difference?

Although many people think it is a modern phenomenon, distance learning has been around for at least 200 years in one form or another.

When comparing the two systems, the first and most obvious area to focus on is the way that learning is delivered. Distance learning is heavily dependent on technology, particularly the internet.    1    In comparison, when learning remotely, technology is the principal means of communication. The flexibility this provides means that students may be better able to learn at their own pace, following their own timetable, but it may also mean that learners have to be well-organized and self-disciplined. They must therefore be highly motivated in order to do well on the distance-learning courses.

    2    . Namely, the teacher is the “knower”, and is responsible for helping students understand the key components of the course. However, the nature of the relationship may differ slightly within the two modes of delivery. With face-to-face learning, the teacher and student have the opportunity to develop a personal relationship through lectures, seminars and tutorials. This is different from a distance-learning course, where the teacher may seldom or indeed never actually meet the student. This may make it hard for teachers to understand their learners’ specific learning needs.

    3    . Generally, students like to meet regularly and talk to people on the same course. However, this kind of interaction on a distance-learning course is less common. Although people can increasingly interact through online conversations and message boards, there is a significant difference between virtual and real interaction. Time and geography must also be considered when contrasting these two types of learning. Face-to-face learning must take place in real time and in one location.    4    .

In conclusion, it is difficult to state whether one form of learning is better than another, as they cater for different audiences. What is important to understand is the different ways in which they operate, and that there are strong similarities between the two systems, which can both produce positive results.

【推荐1】Guan Shanyue Art Museum

Shenzhen artists are sending hope and gratitude to the Chinese COVID-19 frontline workers through 215 artworks at the “We Are Together” exhibition running until May 17. The paintings, sculptures, photographs and music videos show medical workers, delivery men, cleaners, police officers and volunteers working tirelessly during the outbreak. Meanwhile, a selection of master Quan Shanyue’s paintings featuring flowers and birds are also on display until July.

Hours: 9 a. m. -12 pm; 2 pm. 4. 30 p. m. closed Mondays.

He Xiangning Art Museum

Selected paintings by master He Xiangning are offering an in-depth review of her revolutionary and artistic career. The paintings mainly portray plum blossoms, pine trees, lions, tigers, and landscapes. Meanwhile, contemporary Chinese oil paintings produced in the past 30 years are also on display at the “AS Times Go By” exhibition until May 5.

Hours: 9:30 a. m. -4:30 p. m. , closed Mondays.

MixC Shenzhen Bay

The “Fantastic Dali” exhibition, running until May 5, presents an unimaginable world of 200 artworks by Spanish master Salvador Dali. Another exhibition running until May 28 features painting “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” by Ming artist Qiu Ying (1494-1552) and vivid scenes for visitors to take photos.

Hours (Dali):10 a. m. -7 p. m. (Mon. -Fri. ), 10 a. m. -9 p. m. (Sat. -Sun)

Hours(Qiu Ying):10 a. m. -9 p. m. , closed

Mondays. Cartoon Museum

At this exhibition, you can come behind the scenes with us to see how cartoon characters are created in the past 30 years. You can feel the moon dust flying into your face or take part in a wildlife adventure in our 3-D cinema. You will search for and see elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions and leopards, closely but safely with advanced 3D technology.

Hours: 9 a. m. -6:30 p. m. , closed Mondays

【推荐2】A Clubs for Students in the UK

Charles Peguy Centre (CPC)

The centre provides advice, support and information to young Europeans aged between 18~30. Facilities include an information and advice service regarding education, work placement and general welfare rights. Moreover, the centre holds a database of jobs. Members may use a fax machine, a copier and computers for CVs. Monday: 14:00~17:00; Tuesday ~ Friday: 10:00~17:00. Membership fees: £35 per year, plus £5 per month.

YMCA London Central (YMCALC)

Facilities include photography, art, drama, pottery, language courses, badminton, exercise to music, sports clinic, fitness testing and other activities. Weekdays: 07:00~22:30; Weekends: 10:00~21:00. Membership fees: aged 16~17, 25 per year plus attendance charge of £1.30 per visit; aged 18~19, £213 per year; aged 20~25, £366 per year.

Royal Overseas League (ROL)

It opens 365 days per year, which is a club with facilities, restaurants, bars and accommodation. There are branches around the world. There are quarterly magazines, literary lectures, annual music and art competitions, and summer and winter programs of events for members. Membership fees: students aged 17~24 are £47 per year + initial joining fee £23.50; others are £70 per year + initial joining fee £35.

Kensington Committee of Friendship for Overseas Students (KCOF)

KCOF is the society for young people from all countries. Each month there are some parties, discos, visits to theatres, concerts, walks and other gatherings where you will be able to meet lots of people. A new program is sent each month directly to members (£5 to join in October, less later in the year). Events are free or at reduced prices. It opens during 10:30~17:30 weekdays only.

【推荐3】With Bookswap, you can give away the books you no longer need and exchange them for new ones that you want to read. The system was created by a team of book-lovers who want to spread the joy of reading and make a positive change in the world.

When you order a book through Bookswap, you will use one ordering point from your account. When someone orders a book from you and you post it to them, one ordering point is added to your account.

If you have ordering points, you only pay a small swapping fee of $1.2 per ordered book and the delivery cost is $2.6.

If you don't have any ordering points, the cost of an ordering point is added to your cart (购物车). The cost of an ordering point is$3.

If someone orders several books within the same order, then they should be sent together. If the parcel goes over the set weight/size limit, Hermes Delivery can charge a bit extra for the delivery, but this is covered by us and should affect neither sender nor receiver of the book(s).

Cancelling your order is allowable if the order has not been posted. Used ordering points are returned almost immediately to your Bookswap account, and monetary refunds (退款) can take up to 5-10 business days to appear back in your bank account. You can then choose whether to give reasons for cancelling the order according to your own wishes.