It's been a ridiculously busy and stressful week! 😩 I've missed Hive so much, but I barely had time to breathe, let alone write or post. It was exam week for my part-time BSC in Accounting program, and it was a real challenge. I studied Business Administration in my HND (higher national diploma) days, which had a lot of reading courses, but Accounting is a different course altogether - it's all about calculations! 😬
I have to admit, I've never been a fan of calculations, even back in secondary school. But here I am, studying Accounting, and it's been tough. We had nine courses in one week, with two exams a day, and I had to rush from one tutorial to another. The schedule was tight, with little time for rest. Some of my friends even complained of headaches and forgetfulness during the exams. Maybe because we don't have enough rest.
As I sat through each exam, I couldn't help but feel like I was just memorizing information without truly understanding it. It was like cramming for a test, rather than learning for life. But at the same time, I knew that exams were a way for me to prove to myself that I had grasped the material. It was a strange mix of emotions ,frustration, anxiety, but also a sense of determination to push through and come out on top.
What really moved me, though, was the struggle of some of my older classmates. I pity the older woman and man among us - it's not easy for them to balance work and study, especially when they're already working and just need additional qualifications for promotion. The fact that HND isn't given the recognition it deserves means they have to go back to school and earn a BSC, which can be really tough at their age.
I admire their determination and not giving up.They're really trying, and it's not easy for them to assimilate information like younger students. I just can't help but feel a sense of admiration and pity for them. Well done to them!
Despite the exhaustion, I'm relieved that it's all over now. I'm looking forward to catching up on some well-deserved rest and watching some movies. 🤩 During the exam week, I couldn't help but wonder why exams are necessary. I know it's because our teachers want to assess our understanding of the material, but the stress makes me question it. 🤔
In the end, I realize that exams are crucial. Without them, how would our teachers know if we're grasping the concepts? And let's be honest, we'd probably relent off on our reading if there were no exams. 😅
I'm grateful that this semester's exams are over, and I'm wishing myself all the best for the next semester. I've missed writing here, so it's great to be back! 😊 I'm looking forward to watching some movies, write on hive , post and engage and enjoying some well-deserved rest. Happy to have survived the exam week. I say well done to myself.
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