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BBA3202/BBB3101 ACADEMIC WRITING SKILLS
SEM II 2012/2013
ASSIGNMENT 1 (15%):
INTRODUCTORY, BODY AND CONCLUDING PARAGRAPHS
Instruction:
Choose one of the following topics and write a 3-paragraph essay consisting of an Introductory Paragraph, ONE Supporting Paragraph and a Concluding Paragraph.
Requirements:
1) Your introductory paragraph should not exceed 150 words, the body paragraph should not exceed 200 words, and the concluding paragraph should not exceed 150 words.
2) Your thesis statement should consist of at least 3 subdivisions and choose only ONE subdivision to develop your supporting paragraph.
3) Type your essay using Arial font, 12 pt., and spaced at 1.5 between lines. Remember to include page numbers.
4) You MUST cite works from experts. Include at least TWO (2) specific supporting details of different types (e.g. quotations or paraphrase/ statistics/ examples from various sources / references / online journals). Citation and referencing should be using the APA format.
5) Essays that are submitted after the deadline will be penalized 2 points per day unless you have prior approval/extension date, or a good and confirmable reason. If you need an extension, see your instructor. Extensions are at his/her discretion.
TOPIC 1
Many foreign students are interested in studying in Malaysia for many reasons. However, some of these students do not turn up at their colleges after successfully obtaining their student visa. In some cases, those absentees were caught being involved in vice activities such as prostitution and drug dealing.
Suggest some methods that can be implemented by the government and education institutions to stop foreign students from misusing their student VISA.
TOPIC 2
Every 4-5 years, Malaysia undergoes the election process by which the citizens select the people to lead the government. However, many of the younger generation do not feel the need to
SEM II 2012/2013
ASSIGNMENT 1 (15%):
INTRODUCTORY, BODY AND CONCLUDING PARAGRAPHS
Instruction:
Choose one of the following topics and write a 3-paragraph essay consisting of an Introductory Paragraph, ONE Supporting Paragraph and a Concluding Paragraph.
Requirements:
1) Your introductory paragraph should not exceed 150 words, the body paragraph should not exceed 200 words, and the concluding paragraph should not exceed 150 words.
2) Your thesis statement should consist of at least 3 subdivisions and choose only ONE subdivision to develop your supporting paragraph.
3) Type your essay using Arial font, 12 pt., and spaced at 1.5 between lines. Remember to include page numbers.
4) You MUST cite works from experts. Include at least TWO (2) specific supporting details of different types (e.g. quotations or paraphrase/ statistics/ examples from various sources / references / online journals). Citation and referencing should be using the APA format.
5) Essays that are submitted after the deadline will be penalized 2 points per day unless you have prior approval/extension date, or a good and confirmable reason. If you need an extension, see your instructor. Extensions are at his/her discretion.
TOPIC 1
Many foreign students are interested in studying in Malaysia for many reasons. However, some of these students do not turn up at their colleges after successfully obtaining their student visa. In some cases, those absentees were caught being involved in vice activities such as prostitution and drug dealing.
Suggest some methods that can be implemented by the government and education institutions to stop foreign students from misusing their student VISA.
TOPIC 2
Every 4-5 years, Malaysia undergoes the election process by which the citizens select the people to lead the government. However, many of the younger generation do not feel the need to