
嶄新開學
The new semester is here! It’s a perfect time for a fresh start.
新學期來了!這是一個全新的開始。
approaching(adj.)接近的around the corner臨近
Many Taiwanese university students face busy schedules with classes, part-time jobs, club activities, and exam preparation.
許多台灣大學生面臨著忙碌的課程、打工、社團活動及考試準備。
face the music接受批評、承擔後果
Setting academic goals can help you balance everything and avoid feeling stressed.
設定學習目標可以幫助你兼顧各方面,同時避免過度壓力。
set(v.)設定/set up擺放/set out出發、啟程balance(v.)平衡、兼顧imbalance(n.)不平衡stress(n.)壓力=pressure/under stress處於壓力下stress management壓力管理
Start by reviewing your last semester. Which courses were easy? Which ones were difficult? Did you manage your time well?
首先,回顧上一學期。哪些課程輕鬆?哪些課程困難?時間管理是否得宜?
Understanding your habits helps you set realistic goals for the new term.
了解自己的學習習慣,能幫助你設定實際的新學期目標。
realistic(adj.)實際的/unrealistic(adj.)不實際的practical(adj.)實際的/impractical(adj.)不實際的
Write down clear goals. For example, instead of “study more,” try “finish all weekly assignments before Friday” or “practice English speaking three times a week.”
寫下清楚的目標。例如,與其只是說「多讀書」,不如設定「每週五前完成所有作業」,或「每週練習英文口說三次」。
instead of取代~、而不是~
Specific goals make it easier to track progress and stay motivated.
明確的目標能讓你更容易追蹤進度並保持動力。
track(v.)追蹤(n.)蹤跡keep track of…追蹤~encouraged(adj.)受到鼓舞的/inspired(adj.)受到啟發的
Break big goals into small steps. If your goal is better grades, focus on reviewing one chapter each day or summarizing class notes after every lecture.
將大目標分解成小步驟。如果你的目標是提升成績,可以每天複習一個章節,或在每堂課後總結筆記。
break…into…把~分成~summarize(v.)總結、概述summary(n.)總結、摘要
Small steps are easier to manage with part-time jobs and busy campus life.
即使有打工或忙碌的校園生活,拆解成小步驟後也更容易達成。
Check your goals regularly. Adjust if necessary and reward yourself for achievements.
定期檢視目標。必要時做出調整,並獎勵自己的進步。
on a regular basis規律地if necessary如有需要、必要時accomplishment(n.)成就failure(n.)失敗
Using a planner, phone app, or sticky notes can help you stay organized. Growth matters more than perfection.
使用行事曆、手機APP或便利貼,都能幫助你保持井然有序。比起完美,更重要的是成長。
remain(v.)維持organized(adj.)有條理的、井然有序的matter(v.)要緊
By setting realistic and practical goals, you can enjoy campus life, reduce stress, and make this semester productive and fun.
透過設定合理且實際的目標,你將能享受校園生活、有效減輕壓力,並讓這個學期既充實又有趣。
decrease(v.)減少