FYBCom Sem 2 Learning Skills Questions and Answers

FYBCOM Sem 2 : LEARNING SKILLS:

•        Thinking About Soft Skills  (2x2 =4) 2/4

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1.            Why is it important to update one's knowledge and skills?

Answer: Updating our knowledge is very important because knowledge is life. Ignorance is death. When you stop learning you stop leaving. Knowledge gives us growth and development. Knowledge and skills will improve the quality of life. It gives us self-confidence. Knowledge decides our success. Knowledge will give us strength to fight with the problems of life. Learning allows us to walk with time. If we don’t keep our knowledge updated, we will face failure in life.

2.               What are the different sources you can use to acquire knowledge?

Answer: Apart from schools and colleges, we can acquire knowledge from various sources, such as books, the internet, teachers, experts, media, websites, mobile apps and even from you tube and pod casts. we can even learn from our practical and personal experiences. We can also learn through seminars, workshops, training programs.

3.               What motivates some people to study and learn even when there is no apparent need to do so?

Answer:

Some people like to study and learn because they enjoy finding new things. They may be passionate about certain topics. Learning also helps them stay curious and keep their minds active. Learning helps them to be ready for new opportunities in the future. They enjoy the feel of personal growth and achievement that comes through learning.

•        Proverbs on Learning Skills:  (3 marks)  1/2

1.               He who is afraid of asking is ashamed of learning.

Answer: This proverb means that if someone is too afraid to ask questions, he/she will never be able to learn new things. The fear of asking questions holds you back from gaining knowledge. The fear of asking question will keep you away from knowledge. It’s okay to admit you don’t know something – everyone starts as a beginner.If you ask, you will learn. It is rightly being said that questioning is the mother of knowledge. (This proverb emphasizes the importance of willingness and curiosity to learn. )

2.               The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.

Answer:   This proverb conveys the idea that, just like a gem needs to be rubbed and polished to reveal its true beauty, people also need challenges and difficulties in life to grow and improve.  It emphasizes that difficulties and problems are essential for personal growth and development. They help to refine a person's character and abilities. Difficult situations teach us important lessons and help us develop new skills.  

Without facing hard times, we wouldn't learn how to be strong or how to overcome problems and obstacles.

3.               Only after learning, do you know what you do not know.

Answer: This proverb suggests that it is only after learning that you come to know what you know and what you do not know. (When you start learning something new, you often realize how much you didn't know before.) The true understanding and awareness of one's ignorance, comes only after learning. when a person is involved in the process of learning he will come to know about his/her lack of knowledge. (The more you study and explore, the more you realize there is always more to learn.) The one who truly starts learning will soon know that he/she does not know much. 

4.               You are never too old to learn.

Answer: Anyone, at any age can learn new things if he/she has a strong will to learn. What matters is your learning attitude and not your age. No matter how old you are, you can always learn new things. Learning is not limited to the young; it is a lifelong process. As long as you are curious and open to new ideas, you can continue to grow and improve at any stage in life. There is no age limit for learning new skills, gaining knowledge, or trying new things. Every day is an opportunity to learn something new, whether it's a hobby, a skill, or a piece of knowledge. So, don't let age stop you from expanding your mind and abilities.

5.               Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere.

Answer: This proverb means that knowledge and education are valuable asset that stays with a person throughout their life and can be utilised in various situations. The worldly treasure may go away from you, but the knowledge and learning will be with you forever. Your learning will remain with you forever and it will help you throughout your life.

6.               Keep the old, but learn the new.

Answer: The phrase "Keep the old, but learn the new" advises a balanced approach to life and learning. It suggests that while it's important to value and hold the wisdom and knowledge from the past (the "old"), it's equally important to be open to new ideas, experiences, and new advancements. It emphasises the importance of learning attitude and understanding the new developments to walk with time.

You may have the knowledge and may keep it as your proud possession, but you should always be open to new learnings as per the demand of the new time.

7.               You will not grow at all if you think you know it all. Answer: This statement conveys the idea that personal growth and development stops when one believes that he/she has all the knowledge. (If you believe that you know everything, you will stop growing and improving.) If you think you know everything, there's no room for learning or improvement. Wise man always know that they do not know, and fools always say that they know everything. It encourages a mindset of openness to new knowledge.

There is always more to learn, and being open to new information and ideas is essential for personal development.

(Growth comes from curiosity with the humble attitude that we don’t know everything. )

8.               If you study to remember you forget; but if you study to understand, you will remember.

Answer: This proverb underlines the importance of the right approach to studying and learning. It suggests that if your primary focus while studying is to memorize the information without truly understanding the fundamental concepts, you are more likely to forget that information over a time. However, if your goal is to understand the subject matter deeply, the knowledge will be with you forever and it will be easier to recall. 

If you understand the concepts, you will remember it forever, but if you just memorize it for exams you will soon forget it.

9.               Live and learn.

Answer:  The phrase "Live and learn" means that the life experiences, both positive or negative, teaches us valuable lessons. Through life experiences we gain knowledge and wisdom. It suggests that our mistakes and successes provide important lessons and opportunities for personal growth. It is said that experience is a best teacher. Experience(live) your life and that will give you learning. It encourages us to embrace the learning that comes from our life journey and to use those lessons to become wiser and more capable individuals. In other words, it suggests that living means learning and life is full of lessons.

10.            If the child is not learning the way you are teaching, then you must teach in the way the child learns.

Answer: This quote emphasizes the importance of adapting teaching methods to suit the individual needs and learning styles of each child. Every child is different and you cannot apply same way to teach them all. So it is important to understand the individual child and teach him/her as per his/her personality and ability.

(Effective teaching involves modifying the approach to match the child's unique abilities, interests, and strengths. It promotes a student-centered approach to education. Educators should focus on understanding the difference in each child’s capacity and adjust their teaching strategies accordingly to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn and succeed.)

•        Soft skills at workplace: (2x2=04) 2/4

1.               You have been working in a company for many years and your employees are satisfied with your work. Suddenly one day you are asked to upgrade your skills. What will you do to improve your skills?

Answer:

To improve my skills, as per my company’s requirement will be my first priority. So, I will observe my limitations and start working to improve upon them. I will start learning and improving my skills through relevant trainings, reading, practicing etc. Also, I will stay motivated to learn through all sources like consulting experts, seeking feedbacks, using my time effectively for continuous learning and improvement.

2.               What are the different ways by which you can acquire recognised degrees and diplomas?

Answer: You can get degrees and diplomas in different ways. You can attend regular colleges or universities, take online courses, go to vocational schools, do an apprenticeship, or join international programs.

It’s important to make sure that the school or program is accredited, so your degree or diploma is recognized. And  also its important to choose the best option based on your career goals and interests.

3.               What are the informal ways of learning by which you can develop your abilities and empower yourself?

Answer: Informal learning is a way of learning without going to a formal school. There are many informal ways which gives us opportunity to develop our knowledge and abilities. This includes self-study, online learning, learning through websites, networking, podcasts, learning through media, seminars, workshops, training programs, personal projects, mentorship, and many more.

These methods help you learn in a flexible way and give you the chance to grow outside of traditional classes.

4.               What opportunities are given to employees to improve their skills and abilities? Give specific examples.

Answer: Employers often provide opportunities for employees to improve their skills and abilities. For examples,

Training and Workshops: On-site sessions to learn new skills, like sales techniques.

Continuing Education: They provide financial support or time off for employees to pursue further studies.They allow employees to take courses on a variety of subjects, from technical skills to soft skills.

Online Courses: They provide access to platforms like LinkedIn Learning or Coursera for learning new skills.

Mentorship: Pairing employees with experienced mentors for career guidance.

Conferences and Seminars:  Companies may sponsor or facilitate, industry conferences and seminars where employees can learn about the latest trends and innovations in their field.

•        Development of a Paragraph on Learning Skills

1.               What prevents us from learning?

Answer: There are various factors that affect our learning ability. These factors can be lack of motivation, lack of curiosity, fear of failure, distractions, closed mind set, ineffective learning strategies, lack of resources, negative environment, etc.

You will not grow and learn at all if you think you know everything. Such approach stops you to grow and learn. Wise man always know that they do not know, and fools always say that they know everything.

If you are afraid of asking questions, you would never learn. The fear of asking question will keep you away from knowledge. If you ask, you will learn.

If you have a closed mind set and if you are not motivated to learn than you will never learn. Also, if you are not ready to work hard you won’t learn. Lazy people cannot learn. Also you should be aware of all your destructions which can waste your time and disturb your learning.

2.               What happens to people who stop learning?

Answer: When people stop learning, their progress stops. They become stagnant in their personal and professional development. They will miss the opportunities in life. If we stop learning, we will not be able to walk with time. If we don’t learn and if we don’t update ourselves, we will not be able to adopt the new ideas and new technologies in our life. If we stop learning, we will have very limited understanding and knowledge which ultimately lead us to failure in life.                

Without learning and knowledge you will not be able to take right decisions. This will make us less competitive and we will fail in our professional life. Our career advancement (growth) is only possible if we keep learning. 

The man who says that he knows everything and he don’t want to learn anything, is actually a fool. If you don’t learn, you will not be able connect with people and time.

Learning is a food for your mind and for a progressive life. The moment when you stop learning, you stop living.    

 

3.               All children have the ability to learn but some fail to learn even those basic skills which are necessary for their survival. Why?

Answer: Some children struggle to learn basic survival skills due to factors like learning disabilities, a challenging home environment, health issues, trauma, cultural barriers, lack of support, economic disadvantages, and individual differences in learning styles. These obstacles hinder their ability to acquire essential skills.

We all are born with ability to learn and all of us gradually grow by learning. But some children are not been able to learn due to some disabilities which are by birth. Their mind is not capable enough to understand and learn as the normal child can learn easily. Sometime they are not physically fit to learn thing and sometimes they are not mentally fit to learn common things. They might have some health issues which doesn’t allow them to learn basic things which are simple and easy to learn kind of things for a normal child.

In some cases, the social background and the family environment also becomes barrier for a child. Challenging home environment and their poor economic condition impact their learning capacity. So, due to their abnormal external factors and exposure as well as due to their own physical and mental limitations some children fail to learn the basic skills.

 

4.               Why are learned people respected everywhere?

Answer: Learned people are respected everywhere because of their knowledge, problem-solving abilities, innovation, creativity, teachings, credibility, inspiration, and their ability to contribute to the betterment of society.

Learned people with knowledge are respected everywhere due to their knowledge and skills. They are able to communicate very well and connect with the people and the society. They can understand every situation in life and they can take proper decisions as per time and situation. They are able to adjust in every situation and they can support others also. They can inspire others and motivate others. They can also work for the betterment of the society. They can face challenges of life very well and overall; they live a good quality life.

Thus, learned people are respected everywhere due to their wide knowledge, creativity and power to connect with time and people. 

 

5.               How do learned people manage to live well even in difficult circumstances?

Answer: Learned people can live well in difficult circumstances because education gives them with various life skills. They are able to handle everything in a right way due to their wide understanding. They are well prepared with problem-solving skills. They can manage things well due to their flexibility and adoptability. They can face every situation well because of their learning attitude. They can do a better financial planning which will help them successfully manage their life. Due to their knowledge and wisdom, they get a good network of support which enables them to overcome challenges and maintain a good quality of life. Their commitment to continuous learning also helps them face changing situations effectively. Learning allows them to walk with time. So, they will be able to adopt new ideas and new technologies in life. This allows them to face the difficult circumstances.