Assignment 1 - Photo Blog

In this assignment, we are required to form a group of four to five people to present photo blog. Each photo blog must consists of 25 - 30 photos of a particular setting  or scene at the location that we have chosen. In addition, we also need to provide 20 to 30 words for each picture as captions to explain the story on the blog. The photos should focus on 

a) People –  ethnic background, gender, age, description of clothes.
b) Food – types of food available or food presentation at hawker stalls or restaurants.
c) Activities – kinds of activities found in the surrounding of the suggested location.
d) Cultural conservation on buildings – Façade, interior and exterior design of the building and                                                            ornamentation.


This is our group blog link: http://punabb1996.wix.com/epcfirstproject

Prayer hall. where Islamic prayers kneel and pray

Whole view of Masjid Jamek. A modern designed mosque built with bricks and concrete.

Indian desserts that we have tried

A band of musicians performing by the street

REFLECTION

Discipline Specific Knowledge

I have gone through the brief requirement and demonstrate understandings on this assignment. I am able to put theories into practice. Besides that, I understand the ethical issues in the context of the field of study.

Thinking and Problem Solving

I have tried to think critically and creatively in order to complete this task effectively. Additionally, I encountered time management during this group project as well. I was not capable to complete my part of task on time. However, my group mates are willing to help me. Thus far, this photo blog ends up finishing on time.

Communication Skills

In order to allow the audience understands my presentation, I have communicated appropriately in various setting and modes. Moreover, I used standard/fluent English to present my speech as well.

In a nutshell, having completed this assignment i am more aware of the importance of culture difference and respect cultural differences as well to build healthy relationship between different races. Of course, gaining new knowledge and experience is inevitable. After this assignment I have identified both my strengths and weaknesses as well. First of all, my strength is that I am able to manage my time well and finish this photo blog as soon as possible before the actual oral presentation day. On the Contrary, my weakness is that I could not present well during the verbal presentation due to anxiety. In order to overcome this matter, I will need to practice more and do more preparation before the presentation day.

Oral Presentation 1 (Individual)

In this very first individual oral presentation, we are required to choose ONE traditional home OR ONE religious building of  our choice and describe all the five aspects mentioned below. First, we must research the topic that we choose and prepare an oral presentation for about 6 – 10 minutes. Moreover, we are also required to provide detailed referencing and citation in our presentation slides for submission requirement. 3.

TASK

Choose ONE traditional house from any continent of your choice and describe the following:
a. Historical background of the country
b. Structure and layout
c. Types of ornamentation used
d. Type of materials used
e. Other relevant information

 

This is my presentation slides.

REFLECTION

SElF DESCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE

I am also able to put theories into practice upon doing this assignment as this is a communication subject where i learn about how to communicate appropriately such as using the right words and non-verbal communication like gestures, tone of of voice and body language.

LIFELONG LEARNING

This assignment is done individually. Therefore, upon completing this assignment, I have learnt independently and also to locate, extract, synthesize and utilize the information that i have collected effectively.

INTRAPERSONAL SKILL

As this is an individual assignment, I have learnt to manage oneself and be self-reliant by doing the presentation slides and finding information by myself. I had also reflect on one's action and learning throughout this assignment.

In conclusion, after completing this oral presentation, i have learnt my strength and weakness. For example, I am able to choose an interesting topic to attract the attention of listeners and audience. Moreover, I had made some improvement in this oral presentation compared to the group presentation of photo blog. However, the weakness that I found is that during presentation, I am not able to present my information using my own words in a more natural way. Therefore, in order to improve my weakness, I should do preparations earlier and do more practice beforehand as i believed that practice makes perfect.

Oral Presentation 2

In this second individual oral presentation, we are required to choose ONE place of mural paintings OR ONE park and garden of your choice and describe all the five aspects mentioned above.
First, we must research the topic that we have chosen and prepare an oral presentation for about 6 – 10 minutes.

TASK

Choose ONE place from Klang Valley of your choice and describe the following:
a. Historical background of the chosen place.
b. Structure and layout of the landscape (s) / building(s) / monument(s).
c. Types of park and garden
d. Descriptions of activities / recreational activities
e. Type of materials used to build the park and garden

 

This is the my second presentation slides.

REFLECTION

Lifelong LearningHaving this oral presentation part 2 completed, I have learned independently. I located, extracted, synthesized and utilized information effectively. This is an individual work therefore I have done every research on my own.

Communication Skills

I have tried to communicate the relevant ideas in a clear, logical and appropriate academic English. Various settings and modes are used to communicate appropriately during the verbal presentation so that the presentation will be carried out successfully.

Digital Literacy

To complete this project, it’s a must to do online research and use the online resources in order to get the relevant information for my slides. I have effectively used the ICT to look for more details and information for my chosen Park & garden.

In a conclusion, I have identified my strengths and weaknesses throughout this part 2 assignment. First of all, my strength is that I managed to complete the important part for my selected park & garden. Lastly, one of my weaknesses is that I have low self -confident when I am in front of people. Hence, I could not present and explain well on my slides. To improve this issue, I will try to grab any opportunities to present more in front of others.