Friday, 30 August 2013

Survey Questions for "The Double Edge of Globalization"

The Double Edge of Globalization

Questions:

1) Is it true that globalization destroys the rain forest?

2) Is China largely responsible for the increase in “forest crime”? Why?

3) Is forest clearing the sole factor that attributes to environmental degradation?

4) How does technology helps in conveying realities of environmental degradation to the world?
 
5) What have been done to reduce the negative impact caused by global warming?


Published on YaleGlobal Online Magazine (http://yaleglobal.yale.edu)

Monday, 19 August 2013

My English Language Learning Journey

I grew up in Singapore and I was exposed to English since young. Hence that is where my English language learning journey started. Since young, my exposure to English language is rather limited as I usually converse in Mandarin with my friends and family.

English is a global language and Singapore, being a multi-racial society, requires one to be able to converse well in English. This is because it will allow better communication across different cultures. Therefore, I started exposing myself by speaking more English as I understand that having the ability to write and communicate in proper English will certainly be an added advantage to my studies and work.

My latest English language learning experience was 3 months ago, which I took the module ES2002 “Business Communications” in my previous semester. In this module, I was taught on interpersonal skills and how to speak confidently and persuasively during presentations. I also learnt how to write a proper report which is an essential skill needed in the workplace. My lecturer gave me useful feedback which allows me to work on my areas of improvement. I am also positive that upon completing ES1102, I will certainly gain valuable knowledge in English writing.


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