Most research supports the idea that music’s main benefit for students is the uplift of mood and thus of abilities to concentrate on tasks and study for longer periods of time.
What kind of music are we talking about then? Some Drake? Bach? SpongeBob? What’s the magic song? Again, complicated (复杂). You want something that’s going to drop you right into that sweet spot of what is called medium arousal; a playlist that’s too boring might make you sleepy, while a song that’s too exciting might make it harder for you to focus. Songs with 60-70 beats per minute have been suggested to be good for keeping information. Beethoven’s For Elise is an example. Listening to Mozart has also been shown in studies to improve the productivity of its listeners.
There’s quite a bit of controversy on the effectiveness of having music on while you study, even music that puts you in the right mood. A study conducted by the University of Wales found that students consistently performed worse on tests when exposed both to music that they liked and music they didn’t like, meaning that listening to music, regardless of how it made the students feel, was found to be just as distracting as a person talking to you while you’re working.
That same study also found that along with a completely quiet environment, students also performed best when they were played repetitive sounds or sounds of nature.
Another similar study, however, found that while average performance was lower for the music-listening group, the variation in individual scores suggests that the effects of the music vary a lot from person to person, and hence why it’s difficult to definitely say whether music helps or hurts.
There seems to be agreement on one thing at least, which is that music with lyrics (歌词) definitely is a no-go. Processing lyrics means there’s no room in the language processing part of your brain to work on other tasks, especially when this involves reading or writing. The brain, actually, doesn’t have the ability to multitask at all. What you think is multitasking is actually just your poor old noodle rapidly switching between everything, but concentrating on nothing. Sad!
1. What kind of songs can be good for keeping information?2. Why is listening to music with lyrics not helpful for study?
3. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
▶The study conducted by the University of Wales found that students performed best when they were exposed to music.
4. Apart from the aspects mentioned in the passage, how can listening to music influence you? (In about 40 words)
2 . When facing the task of deciding your major, you should remember that the decision you make doesn’t mean you are only destined for one path.
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF AS YOU MAKE YOUR DECISION
●Do I have a career in mind?
Although your major does not necessarily dictate your career, some jobs do require a certain field of study. If you have your future career in mind, do your research and find out the education requirements. If you are at a loss with what you want to do, go ahead and research different career fields. A certain job might pique your interest, and that could prompt you to pick a certain major.
●How much does money matter?
Some majors do have higher potential earnings than others. If earning a lot of money is a primary goal for you, search for majors that pay off well. Feel free to reach out to the Career Center for more information on higher-earning majors and careers.
●What do I love to do?
If you love what you study, you will be more likely to pay full attention to your classes. which will probably lead to better grades and valuable connections in the field. Also you will find your college years more fulfilling if you cultivate your passion!
TIPS FOR DISCOVERING WHAT INTERESTS YOU
●Explore different courses!
Don’t take random free electives just to meet the credit requirement for graduation. Explore different subjects! By branching out of what you know, you may discover an unexpected aptitude for sport management, or realize that you love psychology! Maybe an elective course could lead you to your major.
●Meet with a CDC staff member!
Your Career Development Center (CDC) is eager to help you! Meet with a peer Career Ambassador to talk about your career goals and the options for you. Also consider scheduling an appointment with a professional staff member to discuss potential career paths, internships (实习), and more!
●Utilize the CDC’s online resources!
CDC offers many online resources for self-assessment and career search. We make recommendations for majors and careers based on your answers! See page 6 for more details of what we have to offer!
1. If you don’t know what to choose as your future career, you need to ______.| A．cultivate a related hobby | B．aim for well-paid jobs |
| C．consider the education requirements | D．investigate different fields |
| A．give major-related advice | B．establish internship programmes |
| C．define your future career goals | D．select an elective course for you |
| A．A research paper. | B．A commercial post. |
| C．A college brochure. | D．A recruitment notice. |
3 . Beauty and Well-being Benefits of Handed Massage Guns
What are they?Originally beloved by athletes, massage guns are gaining popularity as a stress or pain-relieving tool. A quick and convenient alternative to a traditional deep-tissue massage, many offer detachable heads to target calves, ankles or the top s of shoulders, available in a range of sizes and speeds.
What are the supposed benefits?If you often find yourself aching after the gym or a long day of work, a massage gun may well be your new best friend. Sending pulses at a steady frequency that is difficult to achieve manually, they allow you to target a specific area of tightness, loosening lactic acid buildup muscle and allowing for greater mobility and muscle flexibility. Even if you’re not so physically active, a couple of minutes of regular massaging can do wonders for your complexion.
Through vibration frequency, the movement of a massage gun will encourage blood and lymphatic (淋巴的) circulation, giving a new vibrancy and comfort to skin as toxins (毒素) drain out and oxygen flows through. If you’ve been feeling heavy or struggling to unwind, massage guns are also thought to be a useful tool in the rehabilitation (康复) of depression, anxiety, digestive disorders and stress-related insomnia.
Do they actually work?Once you get used to the quiet humming noise, the swift, targeted relief a gun can offer more than justifies the initial spend. Leading the market is the Lola, a lightweight handheld gun in a sleek matte finish with four speeds that tucks easily into the pocket of an overnight bag. The key is to operate within your own comfort-be sure to fit the adjustable heads firmly and work through the speed functions slowly, building up to higher pressures only if necessary. While concerns about suitability for specific conditions or injuries should always be discussed with a doctor, the massage gun is certainly proof that both internal and external beauty can be achieved by listening that little bit closer to our bodies.
1. What is not the supposed benefits of handed massage guns?| A．To target a specific area of tightness. |
| B．To allow for greater mobility and muscle flexibility. |
| C．To encourage blood and lymphatic circulation. |
| D．To help lactic acid build up in muscles. |
| A．Many offer fixed heads to target diverse muscles. |
| B．The initial spend is too high to be justified by their functions. |
| C．They can help rehabilitate people with depression and anxiety. |
| D．Their suitability for specific conditions and injuries is certain. |
| A．To show the beauty and well-being benefits of handed massage guns. |
| B．To inform us the availability of different sizes of handed massage guns. |
| C．To share with us the popularity of handed massage guns among athletes. |
| D．To compare handed massage guns with doctors on suitability for injuries. |
Chinese people have a strong need for cultural consumption, and the need pushes people who work in the field of cultural relics and museum to explore
In recent years, TV shows, performances and cultural products
