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The graduation project feels very difficult to do. The teacher always asks questions, but doesn't say how to do it. By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I am currently in my third year of study and working on my graduation project, but I have only made a little progress since June. Every time we have a meeting, the teacher says there are problems with what I have done. When I look for answers to the problems in the literature, I find that they are fundamentally different from what the teacher says. And every time the teacher raises questions in the meetings, I lose confidence. I feel that I am doing everything wrong. I don't know how to change what I have done so far, and I don't know how to continue to enrich the content after I have finished. I feel that I can't move forward. Not only in my studies, but also in my life, I have lost confidence.

Robin Avery Baker Robin Avery Baker A total of 1716 people have been helped

Dear Question Asker,

It is challenging to provide guidance on the challenges you face during your graduation project in a brief description of less than 300 words. Nevertheless, I hope to discuss these challenges with you in my response and offer support as you explore new possibilities when you feel lost, anxious, or guilty about this.

"When faced with urgent challenges, it is necessary to take immediate and decisive action."

When I read your description of the situation, I immediately thought of my own challenging experience before graduating from graduate school, as well as the various concerns expressed by my seniors, juniors, and younger classmates. You are not alone; we faced similar challenges.

The graduation project is not an easy undertaking. It is often described as a challenging trial that requires significant effort and dedication. However, with perseverance and commitment, we can successfully navigate this challenge and emerge with a successful graduation and entry into the professional world. This is a unique challenge that requires a different approach. Your supervisor may provide constructive feedback, which you can then incorporate into your work. You may have to dedicate significant time to revising and refining your work, and you may have a large volume of references that require careful reading and analysis. However, with the right mindset and a willingness to invest the necessary time and effort, you can overcome these challenges and succeed in your graduation project.

Persevere through this challenging period and trust that your efforts will be rewarded. Once you have completed your studies, you will find that your resilience has been significantly enhanced by the rigorous demands of the graduation project.

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[Identify key personnel and prioritize key tasks.]

The graduation project is a key factor in determining whether you can graduate on time. Currently, there are two key people who affect the progress of this project: yourself and your supervisor.

Your success in gaining admission to graduate school and completing your third year demonstrates your exceptional learning abilities. The next step is to collaborate with your supervisor to complete your graduation project. This may present a challenge, as working with a more authoritative figure requires effective communication and a respectful approach. You should aim to fully express your ideas while providing rationale and evidence to support them.

Additionally, learning more about your supervisor's style from other students can facilitate communication between you and your supervisor in the future.

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It is important to identify a safe outlet for accumulated negative emotions. In this case, calling your mother is a way to seek comfort and relieve pressure. However, this action may also result in feelings of guilt and self-blame, such as "I'm sorry for my family."

There are additional methods for reducing stress and enhancing mood, including meditation, exercise, listening to music, maintaining a journal, engaging in conversation with classmates, and so forth. It is also essential to ensure sufficient sleep to maintain optimal energy levels for the completion of the graduation project.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish the questioner every success in their graduation and subsequent employment.

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Florence Woods Florence Woods A total of 578 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm Jiang 61.

First of all, thank you for trusting us and being willing to tell us your troubles in order to get help. It seems that you are having some difficulties working on your graduation project, that you are unsure of your progress, and that your supervisor has expressed some concerns.

You seem to lack confidence and are starting to doubt your abilities. It's understandable that you're unsure of how to move forward at this point.

Let's take a moment to embrace and remain calm. Let's collaborate to analyze the situation and identify a solution.

1. Dilemma

From your description, it seems that you may be facing a dilemma. It's possible that you've lost your sense of direction and are unsure of the best way forward.

1. Confronting criticism

You mentioned that you're in your third year of graduate school and working on your graduation project, but that you've only made a little progress since June. It seems that every time you have a meeting, the teacher mentions that there's an issue with your work. You've tried to identify the problem in the literature as the teacher suggested, but you've found that it's quite different from what he's saying. Additionally, it seems that every time you have a meeting, the teacher raises questions, which has led you to feel uncertain about your abilities.

You tend to agree with the criticism.

It has been approximately three months since you began working on your graduate thesis. You have made some progress, but perhaps not as much as you had hoped. At meetings, your teacher has identified a few areas for improvement in your thesis. You have been open to feedback and have considered that there may be aspects of your design that could be refined.

Could I ask a question?

You followed the teacher's question and looked for it in the literature, and found that the literature presents a different perspective than what he said. Your approach is commendable, and it would be beneficial to seek verification from multiple sources, including the literature.

2. Confronting opinions

Perhaps you could have looked for information to support your argument by trying to find out the theoretical basis behind the teacher's point. This might have involved finding support for his view, the literature's view and your own view.

The teacher's perspective on this matter is as follows:

The teacher raises questions at every meeting, and it seems likely that they will express their own point of view. It would be helpful to identify where there might be a discrepancy between your understanding and theirs.

Could you please clarify whether you agree with the teacher's point of view? I'm curious to understand his rationale.

It would be beneficial to consider the views of the literature.

Given the existence of relevant literature, it would be beneficial to understand the views expressed therein and the reasons behind any discrepancies with the teacher's perspective. A comparative analysis could prove insightful in this regard.

It would be beneficial to come to your own conclusions about which points of view are correct, which points of view you consider unreasonable, and why you do not agree with them.

Could I ask for your point of view on this?

Perhaps it would be helpful to consider why you wrote in that way in the first place. What were your reasons for doing so? What were you thinking at the time, and why did you choose to write it that way?

If you were to sort out the three perspectives and compare them, your own point of view might become apparent as right or wrong. This could be seen as your thinking and your own opinion.

I believe that developing one's own opinions can be an important step towards growing confidence.

3. Denying yourself

Perhaps it would be helpful to go back to the beginning of the problem mentioned by the teacher and look for the starting point of the problem. From all aspects, you could consider which point of view is more correct, rather than blindly following the teacher's comments and the views of the literature. This might help you to maintain your confidence.

It might be helpful to consider that when we don't pay attention to our own thoughts, we may find ourselves following the ideas of our teachers. It's possible that our subconscious minds are already negating ourselves, which could be a root cause of our lack of confidence and frustration.

2. A lack of self-confidence

You may feel uncertain about how to improve what you've done so far or how to continue enriching it. It's understandable to feel like you're stuck. It's not just in your studies, but also in your life, that you've lost confidence.

1. Thinking

A graduation design or thesis typically includes a theme, a central idea, an argument, evidence, a solution method, and a conclusion. This is a comprehensive set of elements that can be considered when writing a graduation design or thesis.

It would be beneficial to consider the teacher's train of thought.

Following the teacher's train of thought can help us understand the core of our problem and identify where there may be a discrepancy in opinion. It would be beneficial to consider what the teacher's train of thought is in this case.

Could you please clarify the basis for this conclusion?

If you can identify the core of the problem, you can then focus on finding a solution. This is an effective approach to problem-solving.

Could I perhaps inquire as to your line of thought?

When you do your graduation project, it would be beneficial to have your own ideas, your own topic, and a central idea. You may wish to consider providing examples to support your own opinions, arguments, and evidence.

After the meeting, if you find yourself in agreement with the teacher's point of view, you may wish to consider adjusting your thinking accordingly and following the teacher's line of reasoning to prove it. Similarly, if you feel the literature's point of view is correct, you might like to adjust to the literature's line of thinking and follow it.

If you believe your perspective is valid, you may wish to continue following your own line of thinking.

2. It would be beneficial to explore opportunities.

From your account, it seems that you have been following the teacher's train of thought, but you may not yet have fully caught up with the teacher's ideas. When there is a discrepancy between the literature and the teacher's views, it might be helpful to consider not continuing to seek evidence to prove who is right and who is wrong, but rather to stop and reflect on how you can best proceed. You may wish to take the opportunity to seek further evidence, which could be a chance to engage in discussion.

It would be beneficial to have a discussion session at every meeting, including regular meetings, to explore the strengths and weaknesses of the design and express your own opinions. This session could be very helpful in discerning right from wrong, understanding the merits and demerits, and identifying the strengths and weaknesses in both your own and others' designs.

However, your personality may make it challenging for you to express your individual opinions. It's understandable that you value the guidance of your teachers, but it might be helpful to consider developing your own opinions and self-confidence. It's possible that you're not always open to seeking help, but it's important to remember that your tutors are there to support you.

I regret not seizing the chance to learn and improve.

3. Perhaps there is room for improvement in terms of learning methods.

Perhaps you could benefit from learning how to enrich what you've already done. It seems that your inability to learn and establish your own complete set of design ideas might be the result of something that could be improved.

If you could adjust your thinking in time to follow the new idea, you would know what to add to make the design more colorful. This might also help to rebuild your confidence.

4. There is currently no solution to the problem.

After each meeting, I find myself wanting to call my mother to share my concerns. My mother is incredibly patient and supportive, but her encouragement only intensifies my feelings of regret for my family. I'm struggling to find the courage to continue living. I'm filled with a sense of compassion for everyone around me. I'm unsure of the best way forward.

Perhaps it would be helpful to consider the possibility of overdependence.

When you encounter problems, you tend to think of your mother, someone who you feel understands you and can support you. This could perhaps indicate that you lack confidence. You seem to rely on the support of your family to give you the confidence to move forward, and you have become accustomed to relying on your family.

Perhaps a lack of courage and methods could be contributing factors.

It seems that when faced with setbacks, you may lack the courage and confidence to overcome them. This may also be due to your high level of dependence. Additionally, it seems that you may lack the methods to learn.

I'm not sure how to resolve this.

It might be helpful to consider that some of your beliefs may be unreasonable.

In light of your situation, it seems that you may be comparing your learning challenges with your abilities in other areas. It's possible that you have a tendency to view things in black and white.

You may be concerned that if you don't do well in your thesis, you may disappoint your family. It's understandable to feel pressure and experience feelings of inadequacy. It's important to remember that everyone faces challenges and that there's no need to feel guilty.

It might be helpful to remember that these are two completely different things. Perhaps the fact that you didn't do a good graduation design just means that you didn't use the right methods. It doesn't necessarily mean that you are a bad person or that you are lacking in other abilities.

I believe that with the right approach, the graduation design will be excellent.

3. Consider ways to regain confidence.

1. Consider ways to build self-confidence.

Your graduation is a testament to your abilities. You have demonstrated resilience in overcoming challenges along the way, and I am confident that you will find success in your graduation design. It is essential to nurture your confidence at this stage.

You may wish to consider doing a few things to help regain your confidence.

You may find it helpful to recall successful experiences to give yourself confidence.

As you progress, you may face challenges. How can you overcome these obstacles and maintain your confidence? Believe in your abilities and trust that you can complete your graduation project to a high standard.

It may be helpful to seek support and assistance from family and classmates.

It might be helpful to ask your family and classmates to support and encourage you, to tell you that you are still the most capable person in their eyes, and to believe that you can do a good job on your graduation project. This could give you the courage and confidence to solve problems.

2. It might be helpful to explore some methods.

As previously discussed, there are methods for graduation design and thesis writing. With your abilities and a little thought, you will be able to establish your own complete set of ideas. After that, you may wish to consider the design methods for graduation design and problem-solving methods, and find a way to move your graduation design forward.

It might be helpful to communicate with your teacher and classmates to discuss ideas and find solutions together. You could also seek proof from your teacher on specific matters. Expressing your ideas and thoughts in a clear and confident manner can also be beneficial.

3. Consider eliminating absolutist thinking.

It might be helpful to try eliminating absolute thinking, i.e., if I..., then... It could also be beneficial to understand that your current predicament is just a temporary inability to find a solution to a problem, and that it does not necessarily mean that you are incapable of anything.

It might be helpful to consider separating learning from other abilities. I believe that you have come this far because you have the ability to achieve your current results, and you will likely rely on your abilities to achieve other results in the future.

4. The starting point of life

From what I can gather from reading your description, it seems that many people believe you have the potential to overcome this minor difficulty. It is just a small episode in your life's journey and a new starting point as you prepare to step into society.

I believe that with this scene, your life will be more fulfilling and exciting. It is most important to have confidence in yourself.

I would like to encourage the question owner to believe in the power of believing and to support you.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you well in your studies.

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Sophia King Sophia King A total of 1205 people have been helped

Hello! I'm here to give you a 360-degree hug.

Your question reminded me of when I was writing my graduation thesis. I was locked in the office by my supervisor for more than a month, and I finally finished a thesis that was barely acceptable at 30,000 words. During the writing process, apart from the outline, the content was overturned several times. I was practically being criticized by my supervisor, and I avoided him whenever possible.

My supervisor was actually pretty nice and often invited us to dinner, but our thesis also wore him out. Looking back at my own graduation thesis, I have to admit that if my students wrote like I did back then, I think I would have lost my cool.

The reason is actually pretty simple: the level of those years was pretty terrible. After graduation, they kept studying and researching, getting a better understanding of their research topics and also a clearer understanding of the logic of the thesis itself.

So, your thesis is probably normal for a graduate student. It's likely the first time they've written an academic paper. They may not know how to find information or the logical structure of a thesis. It's normal that they can't write well. The teacher is prepared for this.

It's like the teacher's catchphrase: "You are the worst class I have ever taught." He knows his students inside out.

So, in general, the issues the teacher highlights are really just issues. Some teachers may use this kind of pressure to make students work harder on their graduation projects.

So, under normal circumstances, you can also go to some graduate student forums and see others complaining about the difficulties they have had with their own theses. You'll find that, in fact, everyone is more or less in the same boat. People, seeing others in the same boat as themselves, can often help ease their own pain a little.

You can also read more papers written by seniors and juniors. Most universities allow graduate students to download papers directly from the knowledge network on campus.

You can search by your supervisor's name to find the graduation theses of the students they've supervised.

There are also some academic writing books that might help, like "Academic Writing Strategies and Techniques" and "Academic Writing Is Like This." I don't know your specific major, but I imagine you're writing a graduation design, probably in engineering, which probably requires experiments and the like.

The logic behind writing a thesis is pretty similar. Basically, all articles should be easy to understand, and your arguments should be well-supported. For instance, if you say that the sun rises in the west, you'll be able to convince others if you have solid evidence and a logical argument.

Of course, this is just an extreme example. These days, science is empirical, meaning that theories and concepts can be proven correct through experiments or facts.

Just because something is proven through experiments or facts doesn't mean it's the absolute truth.

Indeed, writing a thesis is like peeling an onion for many people. Many people find it a daunting task.

So, keep an open mind, be thorough, read more, and ask more questions.

I'm often both Buddhist and pessimistic, but I try to be an occasionally positive and motivated counselor. I love the world and I love you.

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Zane Taylor Davis Zane Taylor Davis A total of 6650 people have been helped

"Your face reflects your heart, and your situation changes with your heart." When we encounter problems that we don't understand, let's put them aside for now and not let them trouble us. We can change the situation, but for now we just have to accept it. But we can control our patience, give ourselves tolerance, understand ourselves, and let go. And then, we can start fresh!

Troubles are not in the external environment; they are all inside our hearts. Negative emotions are beginning to tighten up, like a black hole in the sky, and we cannot see what is inside. But we can! We must now look within ourselves, light a bright lamp for ourselves, and I will light a bright lamp for you too. I hope that friends will complete the task as soon as possible, so that they can illuminate the way forward.

My friend, let's play a fun game! Hold up your finger and look down to see if they are all the same length. You should answer that they are not the same length, right? Everyone has different aesthetic views, whether in painting or design. That's what makes us unique! Even twins have different appearances, let alone our design. First, we need to calm down. If you have any questions, you can discuss them with your teacher in advance. I don't think you really understand your teacher's opinions.

Your teacher says at every meeting that there is a problem with our design and that you have to change it again. He is older than you, so he must be experienced and knowledgeable. Now we are not in a good mood, we are haggard, irritable, and lack confidence. We are like a loose string. But we can turn this around! If there is a problem, we should ask for advice with an open mind and have a good private talk with the teacher. It takes time to polish a brilliant design. Since we have not seen the rainbow, we are repositioning ourselves. I believe you will definitely get over this hurdle.

My friend with a bright future, if you don't understand something, you must find out. You must find out what the teacher really wants from you and what he considers to be good work. Once you understand, we can start with a rough draft and then consider all aspects before we start working. You can't just design whatever comes into your head because then how can you be inspired? It's like drawing a picture: you can't just start without a rough draft, unless you're an expert, otherwise you're sure to fail. But don't worry, I'm here to help!

My friend, you should know that there is absolutely nothing wrong with accepting failure. We should turn challenges into motivation! You should know that the world-famous scientist Qian Xuesen, who was responsible for the development of China's two bombs and one satellite, was determined to develop an atomic bomb for our motherland. His sense of mission and responsibility has made great contributions to our modernization!

We shouldn't be discouraged. If there are problems with the design, we can just change it. And we will change it! We can do this! We can be valued by the teacher. In fact, the teacher must also be deliberately polishing your will. Just think, how difficult it is to train a famous graduate student. And we can do it!

My friend, don't be angry. I'm speaking from the heart, and I'm so excited to tell you that although we have different professions, we both have a positive attitude and want to become famous!

Let's just accept the teacher's criticism. If you really want to take it out on someone, I can accept your unhappiness. I'll trade you my sincerity for your happiness. What do you say?

Embrace your friends, learn to embrace yourself, understand the teacher's intentions, and as long as we find the weak points, we can break through them. Isn't that more than enough? You are already making a difference, you just don't know it yourself. The teacher has seen countless people, and he's got to have a good idea! Let's think about things as simply as possible, and don't make them more complicated than they are.

The good news is that you can fix this! It's just a matter of adjusting your mindset. The more you do this, the more you'll see how this new approach will bring you success. It's so exciting! I wish I had a teacher like this, someone who could enlighten me and give me peace of mind.

All problems must be considered from a bottom-up logical perspective. All the changes or wealth you want to have will come from the explosion of your inner strength! Everything you have now is closely related to your wealth.

It's because you don't feel like you're achieving anything at work or in life that games are so appealing. They offer a way to escape from reality and do whatever you want, and feel powerful in your own imagination.

In this state, you'll waste time and feel guilty afterwards, but you'll also learn and grow!

All difficulties do not happen all at once. When you don't do the first step well, you might think it's no big deal, but it's not! It leaves behind seemingly small hidden dangers that will cause problems in the second step. Over time, it will eventually cause even bigger problems.

"Measure the clothes seven times and cut them once." You can do it! All you have to do is prepare the work well in advance and then calmly study it. Then, you'll be able to complete any difficult task.

Let's become smart people and conquer this little problem together! I know you'll do a great job.

Find your self-confidence again! Give yourself the energy of self-confidence! Try boldly, conquer your worries, establish the spirit of continuous self-improvement, break through your own limits, sort out from the inside out, and persevere from simple to complex to achieve success!

Finally, I gave my friend four sentences, and I was so excited to see how happy they would be and how they would solve problems with a smile!

Life is full of surprises!

Embrace the challenges and work hard for the joy that awaits!

Stay calm and free from distractions in times of trouble!

After the storm comes the harvest!

My friend, I may have said some things in the heat of the moment that I didn't mean, but I'm still your good friend and I want to be forever!

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Esther Thomas Teachers are the miners who dig deep into the mines of knowledge and bring up gems for students.

I understand how frustrating it can be when you feel like you're not making the progress you hoped for. It's tough when the feedback from your teacher seems to contradict what you find in your research. Maybe it would help to sit down with your teacher and ask for more specific guidance on what aspects they think need improvement. Also, discussing your concerns openly might give you a clearer direction.

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Melissa Jackson To lose honesty is to lose one's soul.

It sounds like you're really struggling with confidence, and that's completely understandable given the situation. But remember, criticism is part of the learning process and doesn't mean you're failing. Try to view each critique as a step towards refining your work. Perhaps you could also seek support from peers or a mentor who can offer a different perspective and help you regain some confidence.

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Desmond Miller A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches.

Feeling stuck in both your studies and personal life must be incredibly hard. Sometimes stepping back and focusing on small, manageable tasks can make a big difference. Consider breaking down your project into smaller parts and tackling them one at a time. This can make the whole process seem less overwhelming and help you build momentum gradually.

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Ethan Anderson In a world of masks, honesty is the face of truth.

The sense of uncertainty you're experiencing is tough, but it's important to acknowledge the effort you've put in so far. It might be helpful to reevaluate your goals and perhaps adjust them if necessary. Setting realistic, achievable objectives can provide a sense of accomplishment and motivate you to keep going. Also, don't forget to take care of yourself; balancing work with relaxation is crucial for maintaining your wellbeing.

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