Hmmm…another week, another same old story…
To start off, we have now moved on to a more challenging stage which is writing a critical response. In this chapter, we covered an article which is called “Invasion of the body snatchers”.
This article tells about the increasing number of children who are abducted and not to be found yet. The media has played a great role in exaggerating these kinds of stories. However, it seemed that many people have ignored the neglected children who should also be a main priority.
In a nutshell, writing a critical response still involve the 10 areas that we have studied before. The only difference is that it is not written in points form. Plus. the length is also greater compared to previous tasks.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Reflection 4
Hello again…
This week, Hasrul and Amin were responsible of the presentation. They delivered an interesting presentation on the topic “Australia’s methadone madness”. Interestingly, they also distributed some handouts which made the presentation even better.
The topic concerned on the act by Australia’s Government endorsement of a narcotic meant to help heroin addicts is, in fact, condemning many to a life of misery and even death.
From this chapter, I’ve understood that impact on audience is very important so that the writer is able to convey his or her message well.
That’s all for now…
Daa….
This week, Hasrul and Amin were responsible of the presentation. They delivered an interesting presentation on the topic “Australia’s methadone madness”. Interestingly, they also distributed some handouts which made the presentation even better.
The topic concerned on the act by Australia’s Government endorsement of a narcotic meant to help heroin addicts is, in fact, condemning many to a life of misery and even death.
From this chapter, I’ve understood that impact on audience is very important so that the writer is able to convey his or her message well.
That’s all for now…
Daa….
Reflection 3
This week, we were exposed on “argument & evidence”. In this chapter, the lecturer has asked us read on the article entitled “Burning out at Nine” by Nadya Labi.
This article talks about a new study that suggests kids are overscheduled, overworked ~ and running out of time. In this article, the writer includes statistics and research results in order to support her arguments. From what I understand, the evidences that have been included are valid and reliable. Thus, it is easier to understand and accept the arguments stated.
In addition, I’ve also learnt that as a reader, I need to be critical of the evidence in every reading material so that I will not be blinded by words.
That’s all for now…
Daa….
This article talks about a new study that suggests kids are overscheduled, overworked ~ and running out of time. In this article, the writer includes statistics and research results in order to support her arguments. From what I understand, the evidences that have been included are valid and reliable. Thus, it is easier to understand and accept the arguments stated.
In addition, I’ve also learnt that as a reader, I need to be critical of the evidence in every reading material so that I will not be blinded by words.
That’s all for now…
Daa….
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Reflection 2 (Week 4)
Haa…it’s been a tough week…juggling with my lectures and my club’s activities sure is not easy…ok, back to the business…In unit 3, we focused more on POSITIONING…this should be good since lots of my friends are still having problem withy this aspect.
For this chapter, Shera and Farah were responsible to do the presentation. I did not have too much problem in understanding the text since I have read it earlier. The text showed us how a writer positioned the participants in his writing and also his readers. From what I understand, I can say that, different approaches can determine different perspectives. So, a correct positioning is so important so that the writer will be able to convey his or her stance clearer.
Another two readings were interesting too. “Please, let me go to your school” displayed how successfully the writer gain sympathy by describing Scarlett Finney as an innocent and disadvantage girl. The other article which is “The Truth about Youth” is quite appealing too. It talks about what teenagers nowadays fear of and it is quite a mind-opener for me.
As for this chapter, I do not really have problems with it. Now, I feel more comfortable reading any articles and it is not quite as depressing as before.
That’s all for now.
I’ll keep you updated!!!
Sunday, February 17, 2008
reflection #1
Reflection 1 (Week 3)
This week, we’ve read another two readings for Unit 2. First is Reading 1.3 ‘Rules & Regulations’ which explains how language is used in order to manage behaviours and influence others. Unfortunately, the text is quite long which makes it almost unbearable for me to finish it. Hehe…
Now, lets move on to ‘Battling the Bullies’. Ahha…this one is more interesting. It is about bullying and how to overcome it. I’ve always been against bullying, so its no surprise that I actually read this one word by word! For me, the article is simple and easy to understand.
Oh yes…! I almost forgot to mention that in this unit, we emphasized more on the perspectives. At first, I found it quite confusing and difficult to answer this question. Eventually, after rounds of reading, I slowly got the point. Not really sure its correct though, I just hope I did answer well in the portfolio…huhu…
Comparing the way I read this article, I think I’m wiser & critical this time. I’m getting used to the notion that reading is more than just spelling out words. This makes me more interested than ever to write in the future. I like the idea of people analysing my work just to understand what I’m trying to say. Cool, huh?
Obviously between the two readings, there are some differences. The first reading is of course more serious than the other one. And the latter involves more emotions, I have to say…it’s easier to get connected to the message conveyed.
This week, we’ve read another two readings for Unit 2. First is Reading 1.3 ‘Rules & Regulations’ which explains how language is used in order to manage behaviours and influence others. Unfortunately, the text is quite long which makes it almost unbearable for me to finish it. Hehe…
Now, lets move on to ‘Battling the Bullies’. Ahha…this one is more interesting. It is about bullying and how to overcome it. I’ve always been against bullying, so its no surprise that I actually read this one word by word! For me, the article is simple and easy to understand.
Oh yes…! I almost forgot to mention that in this unit, we emphasized more on the perspectives. At first, I found it quite confusing and difficult to answer this question. Eventually, after rounds of reading, I slowly got the point. Not really sure its correct though, I just hope I did answer well in the portfolio…huhu…
Comparing the way I read this article, I think I’m wiser & critical this time. I’m getting used to the notion that reading is more than just spelling out words. This makes me more interested than ever to write in the future. I like the idea of people analysing my work just to understand what I’m trying to say. Cool, huh?
Obviously between the two readings, there are some differences. The first reading is of course more serious than the other one. And the latter involves more emotions, I have to say…it’s easier to get connected to the message conveyed.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Critical Literacy : The Subject...
Believe it or not,im now a 4th sem student...
Talking about sem 4, let me introduce you with a new subject...(drum rolls please...)
Talking about sem 4, let me introduce you with a new subject...(drum rolls please...)
CRITICAL LITERACY...!!!
Earlier this sem,i had only the slightest idea about this subject
Asked a few seniors and this is what i get:
Critical Literacy is...:
- when you read and think
- thinking outside the box
- being critical (whatever that means...)
- boring,hard,irrelevant,etc...(now that isnt something id need to know to start a new sem,rite???)
And so,I presented myself in the first lecture with so many(mostly negative) things running inside my head...And guess who's my lecturer???(more drum rolls pliz...) MR JUHARI SHAM aka MR JOE...now this should be interesting...
FYI,he was the one who interviewed me for my Gen Comm Oral Test in sem 1...(not sure if he remembers that though...) ive never been in his class before..so i figured out that it could do no harm to try something new...get a bit of fresh air,if i may say...turned out, it really does refreshing...(mr Joe,this is NOT an attempt to 'kipas' u,ok...hehehe)
in a nutshell,Critical Literacy isnt really that bad...i think,i got the whole idea behind it...that writers have messages to convey and so, its our jobs to figure that out...
ok,gtg now...daa...
my cubicle...my sanctuary...
Friday, January 25, 2008
Testing 1,2,3...
Yay!!! Now i have my own blog...!!! after hours of exploring,it's finally here...
i'm so glad that i did it on my own...after all,i'm a DIY kinda girl...OK,i think i'm superexcited now...gotta go now,got more explorations to be done...it's time to upgrade my new lil' baby...(blog,that is...)
Daa...
i'm so glad that i did it on my own...after all,i'm a DIY kinda girl...OK,i think i'm superexcited now...gotta go now,got more explorations to be done...it's time to upgrade my new lil' baby...(blog,that is...)
Daa...
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