The essay must consist of:-
1. Introduction
-the overview (the bibliography),
-the purpose (to inform/to persuade?)
-the thesis statement of the speech (what do you think of the speech& the 3 key areas covered in the developing paragraphs)
2. The Developing Paragraphs (three)
-responding to the speech by looking at the key areas (Content & Organisation, Non-verbal Communication, Use of Voice & Using Audio Visual Aids-choose 3 key areas)
-responses can be either positive or negative
-please write responses in three organised paragraphs (a paragraph for each key area)
(please refer to the handouts given prior to your persuasive speech presentation for more on presentation skills)
3. The conclusion
-a brief paragraph stating your thesis statement (what do you think of the speech)
-give some constructive suggestions on how to improve the speech
ALL THE BEST PEOPLE!!!!
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Monday, December 11, 2006
Group Discussion Assessment (Group C&D)
The roles below are for Group C & D. Group C will start first and commencement time is at 12.15 p.m. Group D are expected to be at the venue at 12.45 p.m. Only assessed group are given the permission to be in the assessment venue. Gentle reminders to all candidates; please be early at the venue (G2 105) to avoid any unforseen inconveniences.
Group C ( Thursday, Dec 14, 2006, 12.15 p.m.)
Adriana
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a church pastor. You think gay marriages should not be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Ting Ting
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a parent of two teenagers. You think gay marriages should not be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Siaw Chin
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a social activist. You think gay marriages should be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized
Tong (from the Couple)
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a political science student. You think gay marriages should be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Kiet (from the Couple)
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a university lecturer. You think gay marriages should not be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Group D (Thursday, Dec 14, 2006, 12.45 p.m.)
Ee Tiing
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a parent of two school-going children. You think that disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Siew Ting
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a university lecturer. You think that disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Suk Bing
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a primary school teacher. You think that disabled children should not be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Dou
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a school principal. You think that disabled children should not be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Johnny
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a parent of a physically disabled child. You think that disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Group C ( Thursday, Dec 14, 2006, 12.15 p.m.)
Adriana
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a church pastor. You think gay marriages should not be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Ting Ting
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a parent of two teenagers. You think gay marriages should not be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Siaw Chin
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a social activist. You think gay marriages should be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized
Tong (from the Couple)
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a political science student. You think gay marriages should be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Kiet (from the Couple)
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Cultural Affairs to look into the issue of legalizing gay marriages, following the trend in some other countries.
Task A:
You are a university lecturer. You think gay marriages should not be legalized. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether gay marriages should be legalized.
Group D (Thursday, Dec 14, 2006, 12.45 p.m.)
Ee Tiing
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a parent of two school-going children. You think that disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Siew Ting
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a university lecturer. You think that disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Suk Bing
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a primary school teacher. You think that disabled children should not be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Dou
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a school principal. You think that disabled children should not be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Johnny
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Education to look into the issue of allowing disabled children to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Task A:
You are a parent of a physically disabled child. You think that disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether disabled children should be allowed to join the same schools as able-bodied children.
Friday, December 08, 2006
Group Discussion Assessment (Group A&B)
Hi Group A&B!
Group A, please be at the venue (G2 105) at 12.45 p.m. on Wednesday ( Dec 13). As for Group B, you can choose to come at early or 30 minutes after Group A commences (that is 1.15 p.m.). Only the assessed Group will be in class throughout the assessment.
Below are the assigned role for both Group members. Bear in mind that you are holding a role, which means you are some else, and not a student doing ECS unit in Curtin. Please be sensitive to/be more aware of the situation/context given to you.
Group A (Wednesday, Dec 13, 2006, 12.45 p.m.)
Ghin Hua
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a human rights activist. You think that drug traffickers should not be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Kimberly
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a parent of two teenagers. You think that drug traffickers should be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Ghin Kian
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a university student. You think that drug traffickers should not be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Li Ai
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a journalist. You think that drug traffickers should not be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Lee Ling
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a businessperson. You think that drug traffickers should be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Group B (Wednesday, Dec 13, 2006, 1.15 p.m.)
Gerald
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a parent of a pair of 18 - year old male twins. You think that the Internet should be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Chen Qian
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a church pastor. You think that the Internet should be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Jolene
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a human rights activist. You think that the Internet should not be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Fiona
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a university lecturer. You think that the Internet should not be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Lik
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a television journalist. You think that the Internet should not be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Group A, please be at the venue (G2 105) at 12.45 p.m. on Wednesday ( Dec 13). As for Group B, you can choose to come at early or 30 minutes after Group A commences (that is 1.15 p.m.). Only the assessed Group will be in class throughout the assessment.
Below are the assigned role for both Group members. Bear in mind that you are holding a role, which means you are some else, and not a student doing ECS unit in Curtin. Please be sensitive to/be more aware of the situation/context given to you.
Group A (Wednesday, Dec 13, 2006, 12.45 p.m.)
Ghin Hua
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a human rights activist. You think that drug traffickers should not be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Kimberly
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a parent of two teenagers. You think that drug traffickers should be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Ghin Kian
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a university student. You think that drug traffickers should not be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Li Ai
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a journalist. You think that drug traffickers should not be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Lee Ling
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Department of Home Affairs to look into the issue of reviewing the current death sentence for drug trafficking.
Task A:
You are a businessperson. You think that drug traffickers should be sentenced to death. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether drug traffickers should receive the death sentence or otherwise.
Group B (Wednesday, Dec 13, 2006, 1.15 p.m.)
Gerald
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a parent of a pair of 18 - year old male twins. You think that the Internet should be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Chen Qian
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a church pastor. You think that the Internet should be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Jolene
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a human rights activist. You think that the Internet should not be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Fiona
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a university lecturer. You think that the Internet should not be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is
considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Lik
Situation
A committee has been set up by the Ministry of Information to look into the issue of introducing *censorship of the Internet.
Task A:
You are a television journalist. You think that the Internet should not be censored. Give suitable reasons to support your view.
Task B:
As a group, discuss which of the reasons put forth by the speakers are valid. You are encouraged to arrive at a decision as to whether the Internet should be censored.
* censorship – the practice of examining books, films, etc and removing anything that is considered offensive, morally harmful or politically dangerous
Thursday, December 07, 2006
ECS Group 3 Buffet Dinner at Imperial Hotel
Dear all,
Thanks to Johnny for keeping us posted with our planned buffet dinner. It is now confirmed that the dinner will take place in Imperial Hotel in January 12, 2007, at 7.00 p.m. RM38 is payable on the spot. The Menu will be Western with free flow of coffee, tea, and carbonated drinks. All of you are welcome to bring your partners/friends. Dress code? Up to you!!
Thanks to Johnny for keeping us posted with our planned buffet dinner. It is now confirmed that the dinner will take place in Imperial Hotel in January 12, 2007, at 7.00 p.m. RM38 is payable on the spot. The Menu will be Western with free flow of coffee, tea, and carbonated drinks. All of you are welcome to bring your partners/friends. Dress code? Up to you!!
Thursday, November 30, 2006
End of semester dinner
Hi all!
Everyone has agreed to have a buffet dinner at Imperial Hotel before the Final Exam week. The proposed date is January 12, 2007 (which is next year) at 7.00 p.m. Johnny will be person in charge of the table booking and etc. Thanks to Johnny for voluntarily taking the autonomy to liaise with the Imperial Hotel management for the planned upcoming ECS Group 3 Dinner. Ladies and gentlemen, you are most welcome to bring your partners/guests to join us that night! I really look forward to it! Johnny, please update us next week.
Everyone has agreed to have a buffet dinner at Imperial Hotel before the Final Exam week. The proposed date is January 12, 2007 (which is next year) at 7.00 p.m. Johnny will be person in charge of the table booking and etc. Thanks to Johnny for voluntarily taking the autonomy to liaise with the Imperial Hotel management for the planned upcoming ECS Group 3 Dinner. Ladies and gentlemen, you are most welcome to bring your partners/guests to join us that night! I really look forward to it! Johnny, please update us next week.
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