1. Do you think it is better for a scientist to work on his own or with colleagues? 2. Is natural curiosity a sign of a future scientist? Do you possess this quality? 3. Is it true that some famous scientists were quite mediocre in their childhood? 4. Do scientists have to work to meet deadlines? 5. What is your attitude to plagiarism in science and in studying? 6. Is it a good idea to use websites which seem dubious for your studies? 7. Who do you think is the most prolific scientist / inventor of all time?
These days you can often hear «Be patient!» or «Be more tolerant!». What does that mean? Are these phrases the same? Firstly, we should find out what tolerance is itself.
Tolerance relates to society, so it's directly connected with people's behaviour and their ability to communicate and interact with others. It happens that you have to accept behaviour and beliefs that are different from your own, although you might not agree with or approve of them. But that doesn't mean you have to change your mind or your point of view. You just need to be able to deal with unpleasant or annoying situations. If you disagree with somebody, you should disagree respectfully. You have the right to think freely and come to your own conclusions, even if they differ greatly from other people's conclusions and views.
In my opinion, tolerance is not about how you treat people with whom you agree, it's about how you treat people with whom you disagree. I think tolerance means putting up with people's attitudes, actions and behaviour so that people can get along.
2. Is natural curiosity a sign of a future scientist? Do you possess this quality?
3. Is it true that some famous scientists were quite mediocre in their childhood?
4. Do scientists have to work to meet deadlines?
5. What is your attitude to plagiarism in science and in studying?
6. Is it a good idea to use websites which seem dubious for your studies?
7. Who do you think is the most prolific scientist / inventor of all time?
These days you can often hear «Be patient!» or «Be more tolerant!». What does that mean? Are these phrases the same? Firstly, we should find out what tolerance is itself.
Tolerance relates to society, so it's directly connected with people's behaviour and their ability to communicate and interact with others. It happens that you have to accept behaviour and beliefs that are different from your own, although you might not agree with or approve of them. But that doesn't mean you have to change your mind or your point of view. You just need to be able to deal with unpleasant or annoying situations. If you disagree with somebody, you should disagree respectfully. You have the right to think freely and come to your own conclusions, even if they differ greatly from other people's conclusions and views.
In my opinion, tolerance is not about how you treat people with whom you agree, it's about how you treat people with whom you disagree. I think tolerance means putting up with people's attitudes, actions and behaviour so that people can get along.