What is the exactly meant by the word ‘tourism’? Is that sixty miles journey is called a tour? The answer is ‘yes’. In fact, according to the World Tourism Organization, a tourist is defined as a person who travels at least fifty miles from home.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
LeT'S ToUr.......CutI-cUtI MaLaYsIa..
What is the exactly meant by the word ‘tourism’? Is that sixty miles journey is called a tour? The answer is ‘yes’. In fact, according to the World Tourism Organization, a tourist is defined as a person who travels at least fifty miles from home.
fIrSt HuMaN fLiGhtS....SpACe eXpLoRAtioN....
Did you know this guy???..The first human spaceflight was Vostok 1 carrying 27 year old man,Yurin Gagarin on April 12, 1961.The spacecraft had completed one orbit around the globe, lasting about 1 hour and 48 minutes.
And this had opened an entirely new era in space exploration namely human spaceflight. Within a month of Gagarin’s flight, the United States of America first launched a person into space with the first Mercury flight, by Alan Shepard. However, orbital flight was not achieved by the United States until John Glenn’s flight February 20, 1962.
Here are the some important names :-
-Apollo 11 craft(first Moon landing by the
American on July 20, 1969
-Apollo 11 craft(first Moon landing by the
American on July 20, 1969
-Salyut 1(first space station launched by soviets in
1971).
1971).
-Sputnik1(first orbital flight launched on October 4,
1957).
1957).
-Explorer 1(orbital flight successfully launched on
January 31, 1958).
January 31, 1958).
-Soviet dog Laika(the first animal in orbit on
November 3, 1957).
November 3, 1957).
-Vostok 1(the first human spaceflight launched on
April 12, 1961).
April 12, 1961).
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
sO wONdErINg...AgAin.....
How did Diyana do it?Her presentation had fully attracted my attention today....How could she do very well today?...Her presentation, I mean her voice tone is just like a real teacher or lecturer and I like the way she performed this morning.It is not like I am jealous with her.But I just wonder how could she perform very well in the presentation?..
Sunday, September 23, 2007
wAnT A gOoD jOb???...
Which subjects are the most crucial in case for a child to get a good job as soon as he or she finishes his or her childhood and comes to adolescence period? I strongly believe that studying mathematics as well as foreign languages is the most essential part of a child in order to be employed under good employments.
First and foremost, I would like to say that it is awfully important to know that the most offered professional jobs at the present are closely related to creative thinking and how to deal with critical mathematical thinking problems. Take an example of economist profession that requires creative and curious thinkers in order to get used of that particular career. Economists study on data and statistics in order to get informed of trends in economic activity and its level. Then, they assess this information in statistical analysis, mathematics and computer programming that they finally point out the best methods to improve the efficiency of a system itself.
Besides, foreign languages also help prepare a child for various good careers when they reach adolescence. It is very essential to master at least one foreign language in case for a person to deal with very well-known companies around the world. Combining languages with the study of business can help a person be well-prepared for any critical jobs in foreign commerce. These include fields like banking, marketing, finance and many more. We must be wondered such that combining foreign languages with law studies could lead to good well-respected profession in international law. No one can dispute that fact.
Last but not least, I believe that the children need to study mathematics as well as foreign languages for their bright future in their careers in life rather than explore art and music studies.
First and foremost, I would like to say that it is awfully important to know that the most offered professional jobs at the present are closely related to creative thinking and how to deal with critical mathematical thinking problems. Take an example of economist profession that requires creative and curious thinkers in order to get used of that particular career. Economists study on data and statistics in order to get informed of trends in economic activity and its level. Then, they assess this information in statistical analysis, mathematics and computer programming that they finally point out the best methods to improve the efficiency of a system itself.
Besides, foreign languages also help prepare a child for various good careers when they reach adolescence. It is very essential to master at least one foreign language in case for a person to deal with very well-known companies around the world. Combining languages with the study of business can help a person be well-prepared for any critical jobs in foreign commerce. These include fields like banking, marketing, finance and many more. We must be wondered such that combining foreign languages with law studies could lead to good well-respected profession in international law. No one can dispute that fact.
Last but not least, I believe that the children need to study mathematics as well as foreign languages for their bright future in their careers in life rather than explore art and music studies.
Friday, September 21, 2007
diD yOu ReAliSe oNe's CoMmuNiCaTion...
“Mom, can I go to the grand feast at Batu Burok Beach Resort today?” It is actually involving a dialogue communication between a son and a mother. So, what is the actual meaning of a communication? Did you realize that we have daily communication among ourselves? Have you done a deep research in that particular field of communication? From my recent research, we can determine that a communication is a process that allows organisms to exchange 
information by several methods. Generally, communications include speaking, singing, and nonverbal which then are classified as auditory means. In the aspects of physical means, a communication involves the use of body language, touch, eye contact as well as applied in writing.
What is the real purpose of communications? Why do people express their words or other ways of communications? It is quite tough to psychologically think about that. The first thing to note is that generally speaking, communication is the exchange of information between members of a group of living beings that enables survival or improved living conditions for the sender or receiver of the messages or both. Besides, people may express their feelings, conversing, speaking, writing, listening as well as exchanging. That is really true to say that communications help in developing high self-esteem among people and coming to reducing in stress itself.
information by several methods. Generally, communications include speaking, singing, and nonverbal which then are classified as auditory means. In the aspects of physical means, a communication involves the use of body language, touch, eye contact as well as applied in writing.What is the real purpose of communications? Why do people express their words or other ways of communications? It is quite tough to psychologically think about that. The first thing to note is that generally speaking, communication is the exchange of information between members of a group of living beings that enables survival or improved living conditions for the sender or receiver of the messages or both. Besides, people may express their feelings, conversing, speaking, writing, listening as well as exchanging. That is really true to say that communications help in developing high self-esteem among people and coming to reducing in stress itself.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Today I have a listening exercise (TEST 2-Plus 1) that I am so disappointed about myself. I cannot even answer question 11 to 20. Nothing I can hear from the recorder. Every time there is a listening test, I will feel so depressed at the end of the lesson. How will you feel if you are in my condition?? I need your advice…
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Her songs are full of sadness...The Legendary...
Umm Kalthoum occupies an undisputedly unique position in Oriental songs. She was known in Arabic as “Kawkab Al-Shark” or “Star of the East” for she was a most powerful symbol in the Middle East. She was also called “El-Sett” for she was seen as “The Lady”.
Regarded as the most gifted female voice of the twentieth century, she had a popularity that knew no boundaries and was as phenomenal as was her voice.
Not only was she considered a legend in the Arab countries, but her voice also reached many parts of the world at a time when Arabic music seemed like a mystery to much of the Western world.She was born into a poor family in a small village, east of the Nile Delta in 1904. Umm Kalthoum was the youngest of three children and lived the normal simple life of the country. As a peasant’s daughter, she grew up under the influence of religious instructions. Umm Kalthoum was taught religious chants from her father, an imam (Qur'an reader) at a local mosque as a kind of education. With time, he became impressed with her keen memorization and the astonishing strength of her voice.
He then began taking her along with her elder brother to events where they would chant to help the family earn money. Her father dressed her in boy's clothing, because it wasn’t in the Egyptian peasant tradition to have his women or girls sing and appear in front of strangers.
Despite her rural manners, her natural skill was recognized early on and it brought her to the attention of society. In 1923, her family moved to Cairo with high hopes for their young daughter to become a professional singer in the city. There, she began training and her father hired a number of music tutors.Her great ambition, love for knowledge and eagerness to learn was amazing. This was what gave her a chance in that New World she was trying to conquerSoon she became a woman of great wealth and power. During her later years, she was the confidant of presidents and kings and, above all, President Gamal Abd al-Nasser’s unofficial ambassador in the region. She traveled the Arabic and western world in support of her government.When she died in 1975, four million mourners walked the streets of Cairo to honor their beloved singer.It is of no doubt that she was the greatest singer of her time and till this day her allure and fame have never died away. She truly represented the Egyptian and Arab nation in every way.Despite the fact that her records, tapes and films are still widely listened to all over the Arab world, Umm Kalthoum’s songs are not always appreciated by some listeners. Her songs and words had an intense severity that isn’t always inviting for youngsters.However, once one finds an ear for her songs, they grow on you and easily becomes an addiction.It is not necessary to understand Arabic well or to have lived in the Middle East to appreciate the feeling behind her words.You’ll hear “El-Sett” in the background while walking the streets, drinking your coffee in an oriental or chic café, in people’s homes and constantly on TV.Umm Kalthoum lived on Zamalek Island. She owned a beautiful villa overlooking the Nile River. That villa witnessed many great events and gatherings of all sorts of politicians, artists and fans.Sadly, her home was demolished in the early eighties to be replaced with a Residential commercial tower. The tower was named after her.Lately, a statue of Umm Kalthoum was put up in front of the tower in her commemoration. In December 2001, her precious belongings and oldest records and tapes were moved to a museum on the site of the Manasterli Palace. This is a beautiful place to visit for those who know her or even the curious that have only heard of her. There, one can absorb the story of this amazing Egyptian woman holding on to her silk scarf, which she could never do without during performances.
Regarded as the most gifted female voice of the twentieth century, she had a popularity that knew no boundaries and was as phenomenal as was her voice.
Not only was she considered a legend in the Arab countries, but her voice also reached many parts of the world at a time when Arabic music seemed like a mystery to much of the Western world.She was born into a poor family in a small village, east of the Nile Delta in 1904. Umm Kalthoum was the youngest of three children and lived the normal simple life of the country. As a peasant’s daughter, she grew up under the influence of religious instructions. Umm Kalthoum was taught religious chants from her father, an imam (Qur'an reader) at a local mosque as a kind of education. With time, he became impressed with her keen memorization and the astonishing strength of her voice.
He then began taking her along with her elder brother to events where they would chant to help the family earn money. Her father dressed her in boy's clothing, because it wasn’t in the Egyptian peasant tradition to have his women or girls sing and appear in front of strangers.
Despite her rural manners, her natural skill was recognized early on and it brought her to the attention of society. In 1923, her family moved to Cairo with high hopes for their young daughter to become a professional singer in the city. There, she began training and her father hired a number of music tutors.Her great ambition, love for knowledge and eagerness to learn was amazing. This was what gave her a chance in that New World she was trying to conquerSoon she became a woman of great wealth and power. During her later years, she was the confidant of presidents and kings and, above all, President Gamal Abd al-Nasser’s unofficial ambassador in the region. She traveled the Arabic and western world in support of her government.When she died in 1975, four million mourners walked the streets of Cairo to honor their beloved singer.It is of no doubt that she was the greatest singer of her time and till this day her allure and fame have never died away. She truly represented the Egyptian and Arab nation in every way.Despite the fact that her records, tapes and films are still widely listened to all over the Arab world, Umm Kalthoum’s songs are not always appreciated by some listeners. Her songs and words had an intense severity that isn’t always inviting for youngsters.However, once one finds an ear for her songs, they grow on you and easily becomes an addiction.It is not necessary to understand Arabic well or to have lived in the Middle East to appreciate the feeling behind her words.You’ll hear “El-Sett” in the background while walking the streets, drinking your coffee in an oriental or chic café, in people’s homes and constantly on TV.Umm Kalthoum lived on Zamalek Island. She owned a beautiful villa overlooking the Nile River. That villa witnessed many great events and gatherings of all sorts of politicians, artists and fans.Sadly, her home was demolished in the early eighties to be replaced with a Residential commercial tower. The tower was named after her.Lately, a statue of Umm Kalthoum was put up in front of the tower in her commemoration. In December 2001, her precious belongings and oldest records and tapes were moved to a museum on the site of the Manasterli Palace. This is a beautiful place to visit for those who know her or even the curious that have only heard of her. There, one can absorb the story of this amazing Egyptian woman holding on to her silk scarf, which she could never do without during performances.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Saturday, September 8, 2007
Education And Learning
Everybody gets his or her educations. The difference is that how they are educated or in other words how differ the ways they learn are, either formal or informally involved in any education.
Schooling starts when society or a group or an individual sets up a curriculum to educate people, commonly the young. From schools, every person will get knowledge and thus generates new ideas and critical thinking skills. No one can dispute the fact that education and learning may contribute to the appearance of many concepts and ideas as well as formulas from the previous chemists, physicists, mathematicians, astronomers, economists and many others.
In the most contemporary educational systems of the world, each person will face the level of primary or elementary education. This level is composed of the first year of formal, structured education that occurs during childhood. In most countries, it seems to be compulsory for children to be primarily educated. It starts when the children are four to eight years of age. The division between primary and secondary education is somewhat arbitrary, but it is generally occurs at about eleven or twelve years of age. In country like the United Kingdom, schools which provide primary education are referred to as primary schools which are often subdivided into infant schools and junior schools.
In the most contemporary educational systems of the world, each person will face the level of primary or elementary education. This level is composed of the first year of formal, structured education that occurs during childhood. In most countries, it seems to be compulsory for children to be primarily educated. It starts when the children are four to eight years of age. The division between primary and secondary education is somewhat arbitrary, but it is generally occurs at about eleven or twelve years of age. In country like the United Kingdom, schools which provide primary education are referred to as primary schools which are often subdivided into infant schools and junior schools.
Meanwhile, secondary education consists of the second years of formal education that occur during adolescence. The purpose of secondary education can be to give common knowledge, to prepare for either higher education or vocational education, or to train directly to a profession. The other types of education are higher education, adult education and also alternative education that seems to be highly expanded year by year. Hence, it is very essential for us to fill up and prepare ourselves with common knowledge at the present. ‘Practise makes perfect’. That what’s we always hear and that will definitely work if we then trust ourselves.
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