English 2 is one of the compulsory subjects for Semester 2. The intention of the module is to equip us with sufficient language skills to demonstrate English Language proficiency at both the pre-university and tertiary level. We will be trained to communicate according to the situation and purpose as well as demonstrate accuracy in the 4 language skills. The emphasis of the module is on the development of academic reading and writing skills, as well as techniques to answer the listening and speaking components both accurately and appropriately. The course is also designed to equip learners with sufficient communication and interpersonal skills and techniques. At the end of the module, we should be able to demonstrate English Language Proficiency at both the pre-university and tertiary level. Not only did i gain the 4 language skills, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening throughout the whole module; I have also gain extra knowledge from my english lecturer, Mr. Woon. I appreciate how he puts effort in finding extra articles and give extra handouts in guiding all the students for their assignments. To say that English is one of the classes that I enjoyed being in the most would be an understatement.
TASK A
Class assignment 1: Observing
the unfamiliar - The Tool.
AIMS:
We will observe and analyze the object chosen
and write a well-developed and well-organized descriptive and narrative essay
or extended description/journal entries .
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
I began this assignment by setting up my workplace
on my desk or kitchen table so that I could look at the chosen tool carefully
with no obstructions. Next, I took my time to explore the object throughly. I let
myself to observe ike a curious child or a dedicated scientist then wrote down
my first reactions and what I've have noticed on a piece of paper. Later on, I
have spent at least fifteen minutes noting down the visual details of my object before exploring the other senses, etc.
touch, hear, smell and taste. Lastly, I put all my information together and
wrote at least one and a half page typed description about the object that
enables readers to imagine the object and understand the whole observation
process.
REFLECTION:
The first class assignment was to write an essay about a observing
the umfamiliar tool. I find this assignment absolutely interesting as it
involves 5 senses to explore the tool. Not only did I discover how
fascinating the five senses have helped me throughout the whole assignment, it
had also helped me in other areas where I could develop my writing skills in
descriptive essays and possibly be a food critic. Besides that, I have learnt
to apply the APA citation style in my essay with Mr. Woon's handout. Not only
that, I also understand the necessity to interpret the data received from
various sources and incorporating the information into my essay. It is really important
to choose the right information to include in my essay. This assignment
was particularly a favorite of mine as we were allowed to explore and write freely,
without any restrictions.
Class Assignment 2: Compare and Contrast Essay
AIMS:
I to be able to demonstrate the ability to
‘read’ a television series. i.e. to understand and interpret the chosen
television series genre and to demonstrate the ability to compare/contrast,
analyse and synthesize information from two television series in an essay and
explain them clearly and logically . Lastly, I should be able to communicate
the relevant ideas in a clear, logical and appropriate academic English.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
In this project we are required to compare any
two English language television series based on the chose genre. I chose
Romantic Comedy movie as the genre that I will be focusing on. The Roncom movie of
my choice are Friends with Benefit and No Strings Attached. Before
starting on this assignment, I did research on the published materials related
to these two movies. Besides published materials, I also used the online
databases to search for suitable materials and included them in the reference
list.
REFLECTION:
This assignment is my utmost favourite as it
involved both my favourite movies. Not only that, both movies starred my
favourite actors and actresses in it that made me watched both the movies for
several times that I have come to be familiar with very well. Firstly, I
learnt to use the correct method in planning my points. I was able to use the
"point by point" analysis correctly. Besides, I learnt to apply the
APA citation style in my essay. I also understand the neccessity to interpret
the data received from various sources and incorporating the information into
my comparison essay. It is important to choose the right information to include
in my comparison essay.
Class Assignment 3: Debate
Debate Script
Debate Script
AIMS:
The Learning outcomes for this class assignment is to be able
to explain the basic ideas of each chosen topic with reference to the related
theories learned in this course and to prove mastery of the topic clearly and
accurately in the form of a debate .Beside that, we need to apply the principles
of communication and behaviour in analyzing interaction with others, both at
individual and at group levels. Next, is to demonstrate an ability to analyse
and response to various issues including handling conflict. Lastly, the
learning outcomes is to be aware of the importance of cultural differences
and respect cultural differences as well as to build healthy and positive
relationships.
ACCOMPLISHMENT:
In this debate group presentation, we have
selected the topic from the list and confirm the particular topic with the
lecturer-in-charge. The topic that we have selected is 'Sabah and Sarawak
deserve to get more from the federal government than what they are currently
receiving.' My group members for this debate presentation are Pua Kai Jing,
Leonard and I. We began our task by locating the relevant section(s) from the
text that relates to the topic. Next, we have also looked at other references
that deal with the same topic to ensure we have a greater depth of knowledge on
the topic we're doing. Besides that, we need to research on the topic
especially to look for the latest examples etc news articles and reports to
examine why these topics are controversial. Not only that, we are reminded to
look at both sides of each issue so we will be able to do a more comprehensive
explanation of the topic. We decide how we choose to defend and explain our
point of view on the issue. Lastly, we started to select our speakers and
organise our scripts.
REFLECTION:
You
could say that this is the first time that I have debate, adding to that it's
an English debate. Throughout this debate presentation, I have learnt to
understand the neccessity to interpret the dare received from various sources
and incorporating the information for the debate. Not only it's a good experience
for me and my group, it's also a good experience to interact with the opposite
group and able to use my language skills in presenting this debate
presentation.
Research Assignment
AIMS:
The learning outcomes of this research assignment is to identify
the key issues in the question and explain them clearly and logically and
demonstrate the ability to prepare questionnaires and interviews to obtain
information about the topic. Next, we need to demonstrate the ability to
analyse and synthesize information and compile them in the report. Beside that,
the learning outcomes is to communicate the relevant ideas and analysis in
clear, logical and appropriate academic English and select and present
infomation clearly and appropriately to one’s target audience.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
For this assignment, we are
required to work in a group of 4 - 5 and write a research paper of a minimum of
2500-3000 words following the referencing guide that has been passed to you for
citations, quotations and referencing. This assignment will focus on
comparative research where our task is to apply the skills that I have learned
last semester in comparing similarities and contrasting differences in the
specific area/topic that we choose. For my group, we need to study on Bak Kut
Teh business. We went to three Bak Kut Teh shops in three different
areas, Klang, Cheras and Subang Jaya to conduct our interview. These three Bak
Kut Teh business have the history of more than 20 years. The interviews that we
have conducted are able to gather useful information for our research paper. We
also did some researches online and using published material and did a recorded
speaking task and sent the hardcopy to the lecturer.
REFLECTION:
My thoughts on
this assignment is that it required time and effort to make the research paper
a successful one. Not only did I learn how to communicate with the others
during the interview, I also able to demonstrate the ability to analyse and
synthesize information that I have gathered earlier on and compile them in the
report. Besides that, I have learnt how to use meeting minutes and how
essential that sheet of papers is to keep our progress in check. Overall, this
assignment helped me to sharpen my English writing skills and group social
skills.
TASK B:
Overall, I learnt several
skills and knowledge in this whole module. First of, it helped me in
strengthening my language skills especially my writing and speaking skills with
presentation and writing tasks. Besides that, I learnt how to use citations and
references in the correct method and proper way according to the APA format and
guide that Mr. Woon has gave us. Other than that, I have tried debating in
class for the first time of my life eventhough it is challenging at first, it
is a rather fun experience. I am thankful that Mr. Woon have provide me all the
information and guidance I needed to complete all the assignments above. Not
only that, I appreciate all the extra handouts and extra information that Mr.
Woon gives in hopes that we could improve our work better. All in all, English
2 is my favourite subject in this whole semester and I really enjoy attending
the classes where lecturers and students get to interact more effectively in
tutorial classes than in lecture classes.
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