Course reminders
Is this course a Pass/Fail or graded course?
Graded. You will receive an overall grade for your performace in the course.
What is the academic equivalent of "But"?
However
What does "dim sum" (點心) actually mean?
It means "touch the heart" in Cantonese. It refers to the culinary philosophy of creating food that is not only enjoyable but also comforting.
What is the 3-move structure when writing the introduction?
The 3-move structure is a framework that can be used to write an introduction.
Move 1 - Establishing the research territory
Move 2 - Establishing the research niche
Move 3- Occupying the niche
We should always use passive voice to maintain an objective tone in our writing.
False.
How many sessions are there in this course?
10 sessions
Define "sentence connectors" and provide 2 examples.
Sentence connectors are words and phrases that serve as a transition between statements. Examples: those mentioned in class and course handout.
What are the "king of fruits" and the "queen of fruits" in Southeast Asian cuisine?
The "king of fruits" is often referred to as the durian, known for its strong odor and unique taste. The "queen of fruits" is commonly considered to be the mangosteen, prized for its sweet and tangy flavor.
What is a MEAL plan?
MEAL plan helps students structure their paragraph:
M: Main idea presented in a topic sentence
E: Evidence to support ideas/claims/arguments
A: Analysis of the evidence - writers' interpretation/elaboration/explanation of the evidence
L: Link - concluding sentence - link the discussion back to the central theme
What should we avoid in Academic writing? Name 3
1. Contractions (e.g it's)
2. I, you or we (depends)
3. Questions
4. Basic vocabulary
5. Phrasal verbs
What is the purpose of working on the Weekly learning record and group tasks?
Students are required to complete 60 hours of independent learning.
Is it acceptable to use a sentence connector at the beginning of a new paragraph? Why or why not?
Not acceptable. Sentence connectors connect sentences not paragraphs.
According to CEOWORLD magazine's report, which country ranks as the highest-paying nation in terms of average monthly salary (after tax) in 2025?
True or false: Students are encouraged to use paraphrase rather than direct quotation.
True: The paraphrase shows your intepretation of the original source.
What is the difference between on the contrary and on the other hand?
On the contrary - something is NOT true while the other is true
On the other hand - both are true, looking at something from different perspectives
What is that one more writing you need to complete after course completion?
A 250-word reflection on your learning experiences in the course
True or false: Sentence connectors can only be used at the beginning of a sentence.
False
Which soft drink was invented by a doctor and pharmacist?
Coco-Cola - was invented by a doctor and pharmacist, Dr John S Pemberton, claiming it a cure for many diseases.
Name three strategies for paraphraisng.
1. Identify key words
2. Find synonyms
3. Change the sentence structure
Why do we need to cite other people's work in our writing?
acknowledge the source of information; avoid committing plagiarism; support our arguments
What are the course completion requirements?
1. Attend all classes (unless you have a valid reason to be absent from class)
2. One written assessment: 500-word introduction
3. One speaking assessment: 3MT
4. Learner portfolio (Survey; Weekly learning; group task; reflection)
What role do pronouns play in achieving cohesion in a text?
Pronouns help achieve cohesion by replacing nouns mentioned earlier in the text, avoiding repetition and making the text smoother and easier to read.
Which country made Lego?
Denmark
True or False: I could only use passive voice in academic writing as this shows my objective position in the writing.
False: You are also encouraged to use active voice as it's straight forward and more direct. More and more journals encourage writers to use active voice.
Give me one strategy to use GenAI effectively and ethically.
Always verify the information generated against trusted sources before incorporating it into your work, ensuring accuracy and maintaining credibility.