What's in my mind (Individual Reflection)

EDU702: Research Methodology is one of the compulsory subject for my Master of Education. I still remember the last time I went through this subject when I was in Part 5 of my degree days which was in 2008, approximately 4 years back.

After going through the 14 weeks of this course for my Part 1, there are many things that I have learnt especially in coming out with a good research. I can make a clear comparison from my previous experience. When I was in undergraduate study, everything was given by the lecturer but today everything is independent learning that make each and everyone of us responsible towards our learning.

The article review part teaches me to be critical enough and make a cross reference too. The article is quite related to me as a teacher in school as stress is always one of the issues for teachers. It is a great article though.

Meanwhile for the tests, there are two tests. The second one was on June 2nd 2012. Both tests were challenging. Burning the mid night oil was worth for the tests. Thank God I received a good mark for the first one and waiting for the second one.

Then, we have a presentation part. There are lots of presentations that I need to do for this semester and I bet it will continue for the next until the last semester. My lecturer is supportive and understanding enough, therefore for me myself I did not face much difficulties in preparing and also conveying my presentation. At the same time, the audience; my classmates are totally awesome and supportive too.

Last but not least the research proposal part. Research proposal part is the most challenge part for me. I always have problem to finalize my research topic. I wish to explore a new topic for my research, in case if it is good enough to be carried on for my dissertation, I can just carry on wonderfully. Plus, if it is possible, i would like to do it for my PhD (in one fine day). Therefore, it is so important for me to choose the best one. Luckily my lecturer always helps me to upgrade my research and add new ideas for me to improve my research proposal. There are lots of challenges especially when I need to fine book references. I went to the INTEC library but not much books can be used as references. When I wanted to borrow some of the boos, the system at the library broke down. I was so frustrated but I won't give up. Then, I try to find few books in Shah Alam Library, luckily it worked.

Now, it is the last week for me to edit my research and submit the proposal on this coming Saturday. I learnt something and always be my reminder which is 'DO NOT PROCRASTINATE WORKS'!

Last Friday, when I was on my way to Shah Alam, I was involved in an accident. Thus, because of that I lost my focus on my works. Fortunately, I have done all my important works or assignments that need to be submitted this week earlier. I lost focus during my Education and Human Development quiz.

Thank God, I have done my research earlier and just need to do some amendments before submitting it to Dr. Teoh soon. This semester was awesome! 
Good luck dearest friends!

The Research Proposal

Thank God as finally I do finish my Research Proposal for this first semester. I hope I can get a good marks from this research as well as this subject overall.

TEACHERS AND STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS PARAPHRASTIC APPROACH TO TEACH LITERATURE IN ESL CLASSROOM

Main & Related References (The Research Proposal)

Books:

Brumfit, C.J., & Carter, R. A. (Eds.). (1989).Literature and language teaching. Oxford: Oxford UP.

Campbell, C. (1990). Writing with others’ words: Using background reading text  in academic compositions. In B. Kroll (Ed.), Second language writing: Research insights for the classroom (pp. 211-230). Cambridge:  Cambridge University Press.

Currie, P. (1998). Staying out of trouble: Apparent plagiarism and academic survival. Journal of Second Language Writing, 7(1), 1–18.

Eken, D. K. 1999. Through the eyes of the learner: Learner observations of teaching and learning. ELT Journal, 53(4): 66-80

Fraenkel, J. R. & Wallen, N. E. (2008). How to design and evaluate research in education (7th ed). Boston: McGrawHill

Harris, A.J., & Sipay, E.R. (1990). How to increase reading ability: A guide to developmental and remedial methods (9th ed.). White Plains, NY: Longman.

Munro, J. (2008). Literacy Intervention Strategies – Course Notes. University ofMelbourne.

Pecorari,D. (2008). Academic writing and plagiarism. London: Continuum.

Rosli Talif. (1995). Teaching literature in ESL the Malaysian context. Kuala Lumpur: Penerbit Universiti Pertanian Malaysia.

Sarceni, M. (2003). “Literature in the EFL Classroom: Roses or Thorns?”. In Subramaniam, G. and Vethamani M.E. (Eds.) Teaching Literature in ESL/EFL Contexts. Petaling Jaya: Sasbadi Sdn. Bhd.

Sidhu, Gurnam Kaur, 2003. Literature in the language classrooms: Seeing through the eyes of learners. In: Ganakumaran & Edwin Malachi (eds.). Teaching of literature in ESL/EFL contexts. pp. 88-110. Petaling Jaya: Sasbadi-Melta ELT Series.

Van de Berg, Camille (1990). Conversation activities based on literary readings. French Review, 63(4), 664-667.

Vacca, R., & Vacca, J. (1999). Content area reading. New York: Longman.

Widdowson, H. G. (1975). Stylistics and the teaching of Literature. London: Longman

Journals:

Angela D. Evansa, Kim P. Robertsb, Heather L. Pricec, Candyce P. Stefek. (2010). The use of paraphrasing in investigative interviews. Retrieved on April 21, 2012 from http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0145213410001420?via=ihub

Bronshteyn, K; Baladad, R. (2006). Librarians as Writing Instructors: Using Paraphrasing Exercises to Teach Beginning Information Literacy Students. Retrieved on April 21, 2012 from http://connection.ebscohost.com/c/articles/23842329/librarians-as-writing-instructors-using-paraphrasing-exercises-teach-beginning-information-literacy-students

Bazerman, C. (2010). Paraphrasing: The Author's Thoughts in Your Words. Retrieved on April 3, 2012 from http://writing.colostate.edu/textbooks/informedwriter/chapter3.pdf

Crossley, S.A , Louwerse, M.M,  McCarthy, P,  McNamara, D. (2007). A Linguistic Analysis of Simplified and Authentic Texts. Retrieved on June 2, 2012 from http://www2.gsu.edu/~wwwesl/Files/ALSL/Cross__linguistic_analysis_of_simplified_and_authentic_texts.pdf

Clason, D. L. & Dormody, T. J. (n.d). Analyzing Data Measured by Individual Likert-Type Items.  Retrieved on June 2, 2012 from citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.113.2197...pdf 

Diana Hwang & Mohamed Amin Embi .(2007). Approaches Employed by Secondary School Teachers to Teaching the Literature Component in English. Retrieved on March 29, 2012 from web.usm.my/education/.../jpp%20aminukm%20art%201%20(1-23).pdf

Fauziah Ahmad & Jamaluddin Aziz. (2009). Students’ Perception of the Teachers’ Teaching of Literature Communicating and Understanding Through the Eyes of the Audience. Retrieved on March 29, 2012 from www.eurojournals.com/ejss_7_3_02.pdf

Higher Score. (2007). How to Paraphrase Effectively. Retrieved on March 28, 2012 from http://www.higherscore.ca/downloads/Higher%20Score%20Free%20Advice%202%20-%20Paraphrasing.pdf

Keck, C. (2006). The use of paraphrase in summary writing: A comparison of L1 and L2 writers. Retrieved on April 21, 2012 from www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S106037430600066X

Larson, K.A. (2004) Using Quotation. Retrieved on April 13, 2012 from http://leo.stcloudstate.edu/research/usingquotes.html

Maryam Pakzadian & Hossein Barati. (2012). The Effects of L1 Translation vs. Paraphrasing the Literary Texts on Female and Male Students Reading Comprehension ojs.academypublisher.com/index.php/tpls/article/download/.../4928

Mohammad Khatib. (2011). Literature in EFL/ESL Classroom. Retrieved on April 4, 2012 from http://atuir.academia.edu/SaeedRezaei/Papers/319078/Literature_in_EFL_ESL_Classroom

Murat Hişmanoğlu. (2005). Teaching English Through Literature. Retrieved on March 30, 2012 from http://jlls.org/Issues/Volume1/No.1/murathismanoglu.pdf

Radzuwan Ab. Rashid, Malachi Edwin Vethamani & Shireena Basree Abdul Rahman. (2010). Approaches Employed by Teachers in Teaching Literature to Less Proficient Students in Form 1 and Form 2. Retrieved on April 7, 2012 from ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/elt/article/download/8379/6189

Siti Norliana Ghazali, Roszainora Setia & Chittra, M. (n.d). ESL Students’ Attitude towards Texts and Teaching Methods used in Literature Classes. Retrieved on May 5, 2012 from www2.tganu.uitm.edu.my/upena/dokumen/ELTNorlianaKJ1revd.doc

Smita. (2010). Language in India. Retrieved on March 29, 2012 from http://www.languageinindia.com/june2010/v10i6june2010.pdf

Perles, K. (2009). Tips for English Language Learners: Paraphrasing. Retrieved on April 6, 2012 from http://www.brighthub.com/education/languages/articles/59249.aspx

Zubaidah Awang & Shaidatul Akma Binti Adi Kasuma. (2010). A Study On Secondary School Students’ Perceptions Of Their Motivation And Attitude Towards Learning The English Literature Component. Retrieved on June 3, 2012 from  http://eprints.utm.my/10716/

The Research Proposal (Presentation Slides)

Here is my presentation slides for my research proposal =)

Research proposal presentation

My Classmates' Presentations

These are my classmates' presentation slides. Everyone has done a great job!