End-of-the-term

a) Do you think that you have gained or improved on your public speaking competency in the duration of ENGLTWO?

Yes! I think I have improvements in my public speaking because as the term ends, I can now express my thoughts on my conversations with other people. I think critically in explaining my points and I can now apply all the lessons we had in English two in my everyday life.

b) If not, why do you think so? What prevented you from learning or acquiring skills? If yes, what skills are these and how much improvement have you noticed?

I think I have improvements in dealing with my nervousness. As I remember my first speech, I was very nervous that time that I’m so much confused on what I’m going to say. Now, I think positively whenever I speak. I also assure that I‘m prepared when I face the audience.

c) For those who answered yes, What are the top 3 public speaking skills that you find most valuable and would like to continue to develop in yourself?

I learned in our English two classes that eye contact is very important to a speaker. I remember when I give my first speech; I lack eye contact to the audience because I always read my visuals. Now, I can say that I have improved my eye contact to my audience because I now use cards wherein I put the important points in my speech. I want to continue the use of cards because I realized that it was very helpful especially on my upcoming defense in my different subjects. Voice quality is also important because a low quality of voice or a soft voice can make the audience feel boring. I would like to continue the loudness of my voice but I will also control it so I may not sound like shouting the audience. I think, the most important factor of a speaker is getting the attention of the audience. By getting the attention of the audience, they would never feel boring in your speech. I would like to develop this factor because I think this is the most challenging part of the speaker because you must make the audience interested in your topic.

d) For everyone, what other skills do you think you have not had the chance to learn much during the term but would try to practice and acquire in upcoming classes in DLSC?

I think, I need to practice more on my self confidence because there were times when I deliver my speech I feel unsure on my construction of my ideas and words. Also, I need to use some pauses especially when I get blank than repeatedly saying something like “ahm”.

3. Is there anything you would like to suggest in the instruction and handling of ENGLTWO?

I would like to suggest more Field trips on English two classes because this is a 4 day class and I want other students to enjoy new environment because we always usually use our classrooms that make some students feel boring. By having these field trips, the students can enjoy more English classes.

A persuasive speech on The Troubles of Teenage Relationships

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A persuasive speech on The Troubles of Teenage Relationships

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Persuasive Speech

Topic: Intimate Relationship

Thesis Statement: I would like to persuade my classmates that having a relationship at a young age is disadvantageous.

I.                    Introduction

Greeting

Share my own experience in having relationship with the opposite sex.

Define relationship.

http://relationshipvision.com/faq/define-an-intimate-relationship

http://relationshipvision.com/faq/cat/9/relationships

http://www.booktrope.com/book/emotion-seduction-intimacy

II.                  Problems

Give examples of common problems in having relationship

·         Emotional

¨       Relationship break ups

http://spr.sagepub.com/content/1/1/49.abstract

http://www.gettingpastyourbreakup.com/

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m4021/is_1_25/ai_96734611/

·         Health

¨       Mental health issues

http://psychcentral.com/ask-the-therapist/2011/02/01/how-to-help-my-boyfriend-with-mental-health-issues/

·         Premarital sex

¨       Show facts on common problems of a relationship

http://www.upiasia.com/Society_Culture/2007/11/20/commentary_sex_and_filipino_youth/7325/

·         Early Pregnancy

¨       Show Statistics in teenage pregnancy

Ø  Abortion

III.                Solutions

Join clubs and organizations in school

Participate in religious services of the church

Be active in the activities of the community

Be sociable to everyone

IV.                Benefits

Compare and contrast situations of having relationship

·         Enjoy teenager life

·         Keep your relationship with your parents

·         Improve talents and skills

·         Dreams and goals were achieved

V.                  Recommendations

Parents and siblings must maintain openness with each other.

Have a bonding with parents and siblings at least once a week.

TOP 3 QUESTION

mitz_venice Mitzelle Venice Bati  Do you think that the DLSC shuttle service needs improvement? Answer: Yes. The DLSC shuttle service needs improvement especially in the schedule of the shuttle service, some of the students have a hard time because they waited too long in every ride of a shuttle service. They can't go easily as whenever they want. nivekyariv Kevin Viray  Can you consider a tricycle a shuttle service?  Answer: Yes. In the Philippines, A tricycle can be considered as a shuttle service. A tricycle is a modified small ( usually 150 to 180 cc ) motorcycle with a sidecar - good up to 7 persons. Some of the owners use their tricycles to earn extra money by using their tricycle as shuttle service. They go back and forth as the usual shuttle service.  mikecocjin john michael cocjin  what is your suggestion with the current status of DLSC shuttle service? Answer: I suggest that we must have enough number of Kia vans because the students of the DLSC is growing up. Some of their passenger cannot be accommodated because of lack of shuttle service.

DLSC SHUTTLE SERVICE

Clariza Velasco

II- BSBA-OM

DLSC SHUTTLE SERVICE

I’d like to inform DLSC students about the shuttle service of the school. I want to notify them about the different problems regarding the schedule and the routes of the shuttle service. I also want to advice safety measures and tips to the students when taking the school’s shuttle service.

      A. School Service Types

               1. Different Types of School Service (A, B, C)

               2. Difference of the SHUTTLE SERVICE to SCHOOL SERVICE

               3. Color of a School Service

               4. Other vehicles that can be used as school transportation

               5. School Service Rates

               6. Sizes of a School Service

        B. DLSC Shuttle Service Schedule

              1. Time/ Schedule of Shuttle Service

              2. Routes/ Locations of Shuttle Service

              3. Provide map

        C. Student Transportation Safety

              1. Number of students that ride in a school service at a given time

              2. Use of Seat belts

              3. Enough Compartments

              4. Cleanliness of a school service

              5. Tips in riding School Service

              6. School Service Reports and Updates

References:

Toronto Catholic District School Board (2007) School Bus Transportation

http://www.tcdsb.org/services/studenttransportation.htm

Transport Authority (2009) School Bus Services Public 

http://www.schoolbuses.wa.gov.au/

First Student Inc. (2011) A Safer and Better Way to the School Day 

http://www.firststudentinc.com/

Citizens Information (October 2010) School transport for post-primary students . http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/primary_and_post_primary_education/going_to_post_primary_school/school_transport.html

The New York City Department of Education (2011) Pupil Transportation 

http://schools.nyc.gov/Offices/Transportation/default.htm

Student Transportation Services of York Region (2011) Welcome to Student Transportation Services

http://www.schoolbuscity.com/

STN Media Group (2008-2011) School Transportation History

http://stnonline.com/faqs

UC San Diego (May 2011) Shuttle Service 

http://blink.ucsd.edu/facilities/transportation/shuttles/

DLSC SHUTTLE SERVICE

DLSC SHUTTLE SERVICE

I’d like to inform the DLSC students about the shuttle service of the school. I want to notify the different problems regarding the schedule and the routes of the shuttle service. I also want to advice safety measures and tips to the students in riding a shuttle service. 




      A. School Service Types


               1. Different Types of School Service (A, B, C)
               2. Difference of the SHUTTLE SERVICE to SCHOOL SERVICE 
               3. Color of a School Service
               4. Other vehicles that can use in school transportation 
               5. School Service Rates 
               6. Sizes of a School Service


     B. Shuttle Service Schedule 


              1. Time/ Schedule of Shuttle Service 
              2. Routes/ Locations of Shuttle Service


     C. Student Transportation Safety 


              1. Number of students ride in a school service 
              2. Use of Seat belts 
              3. Enough Compartments
              4. Cleanliness of a school service 
              5. Tips in riding School Service
              6. School Service Reports and Updates 


References: 


Toronto Catholic District School Board (2007) School Bus Transportation retrieved from http://www.tcdsb.org/services/studenttransportation.htm 
Transport Authority (2009) School Bus Services Public retrieved from http://www.schoolbuses.wa.gov.au/
First Student Inc. (2011) A Safer and Better Way to the School Day retrieved from http://www.firststudentinc.com/ 
Citizens Information (October 2010) School transport for post-primary students retrieved from http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/primary_and_post_primary_education/going_to_post_primary_school/school_transport.html 
The New York City Department of Education (2011) Pupil Transportation retrieved from http://schools.nyc.gov/Offices/Transportation/default.htm 
Student Transportation Services of York Region (2011) Welcome to Student Transportation Services retrieved from http://www.schoolbuscity.com/ 
STN Media Group (2008-2011) School Transportation History retrieved from http://stnonline.com/faqs 
UC San Diego (May 2011) Shuttle Service retrieved from http://blink.ucsd.edu/facilities/transportation/shuttles/

Do’s and Don’ts in Public Speaking

Are you nervous reciting speech inside the classroom? You are not alone, many people have stage fright. For you to be able to overcome nervousness I suggest you first to create a plan so that you can manage your speech according to the way you want and also to be reminded by the allotted time for the speech. Second, know your topic well because it can add to your confidence levels when performing. As much as possible, prepare a note card wherein you can put the whole outline of your speech so that when you get blank you can easily get in to it. Practice at home much better in front of the mirror so that you can be able to correct your body posture, facial expressions and the tone of your voice. You must speak with confidence. Be yourself; imagine the people that you are talking are your friends. Persuade your audience effectively. Speak with conviction as if you really believe in what you are saying. Practice your voice in speaking out loud so that the person at the back can be able to hear and understand your speech. Before going to school, I suggest you to drink warm water than other beverages so that you can avoid drying of your mouth while talking in front of the class. Smile before you begin speaking.Take some time to relax your mind and gather your thoughts once you stand in front of the crowd. To understand your speech you must speak slowly and clearly. Keep most gestures at chest level. Using hand gestures while reciting the speech can also help the audience in understanding the topic to match or enhance your message. It is also good to use pauses while talking so that you can be able to organize your thoughts and so the audience can be able to hear your speech clearly. Imagine that you are talking to your friends. Having a positive and friendly perception of the audience can increase your confidence levels. Talk to your audience as if you are talking to a group of friends or to guests at a party. Eye contact is a must. Use the 3-second method, (look straight into the eyes of a person in the audience for 3 seconds at a time.) You can focus first on your left side, second is the center and the right side so that you can get the attention of every side of the room and so the audience can also feel that they are involved. You can’t catch the audience attention when you keep your head down in front of them. Focusing at someone sitting at the back of the room can also help you in lessening your nervousness and calming yourself. Add humor whenever appropriate and possible. Remember that an interesting speech makes time fly, but a boring speech is always too long to endure. Keep audience interested throughout your entire presentation. Leave your listeners with a positive impression and a sense of completion. Do not end with an awkward silence or say something like "I guess this is the end of my speech".

Pag-ibig nga ba?

"Isa lamang itong madaling operasyon, Jig," sabi ng lalaki. " Hindi talaga ito totoong operasyon."
Tumungo ang babae at tumingin sa kanyang paa na nakapatong sa lamesa.
Alam kong wala kang paki, Jig. Wala lang ito. Hahayaan lang natin pumasok ang hangin sa loob." 
Wala nang sinabi ang babae.
Sasama ako sa'yo at Hindi kita iiwan. Hinayaan nilang pumasok ang hangin at natural lang ang lahat ng iyon."
Anung gagawin natin pagkatapos?
"Magiging maayos din ito pagkatapos. Katulad lang ng dati."
"Paao mo naman naisip yon?"
Iyang bagay na yan ang bumabahala satin. Iyang bagay na yan ang nagpapalungkot satin.
Ang babae ay tumingin sa kurtina, inilabas niya ang kanyang kamay at sabay na hinawakan ang dalawang tali.
At sa tingin mo ba magiging maayos at masaya tayo?
Alam kong magagawa natin. Wala kang dapat ikatakot. Marami akong nakilalang nakagawa na nito.
Ako din, sabi ng babae. At pagkatapos ay napakasaya nilang dalawa.
Kung ganun, sabi ng lalaki, kung ayaw mo, hindi mo ito kailangan gawin. Hindi ko rin naman ipagagawa sayo ito kung hindi mo rin naman ito gusto. Ngunit alam kong napakadali nito.
Gusto mo talaga noh?
Sa tingin ko, ito ang pinakamagandang gawin. Ngunit ayaw kong gawin mo ito kung ayaw mo talaga.
Kapag ginawa mo ito magiging masaya ka at ang lahat ay mababalik sa dati at mamahalin mo ako?
Mahal na kita ngayon. Alam mong mahal kita.
Alam ko. Ngunit kung gagawin ko ito, magiging maganda ba ulit kung sinabi ko ang mga bagay ay parang mga puting elepante, magugustohan mo ba ito?"
Magugustuhan ko. Gusto kong gawin ngayon ngunit hindi ko maisip na magagawa ko un. Alam mo kung ano ang nagagawa ko pag nag-alala ako.
Kapag ginawa ko un hindi ka mag-aalala?
Hindi ko aalalahanin un dahil iyon ay napakasimple lamang.
Gagawin ko ito. Dahil wala akong pakialam sa sarili ko.
Kung ganun, may pakialam ako sayo.
Oo nga, Ngunit wala akong pakialam sa sarili ko. At gagawin ko un at magighig maayos ang lahat.
Ayokong gawin mo un kung ganyan ang nararamdaman mo.

Opposites

One of my favorite games I always play is Plants VS Zombies. Honestly, I'm not that playful in computer games. I just learned to play this game when I saw my little sister playing this game. 

Plants VS Zombies is one of the click games for little kids nowadays. The game involves a homeowner which is the player using many varieties of plants to kill an army of zombies. The homeowner, along with a neighbor called Crazy Dave, must defend the homeowner's/player's house during day or night, in the front yard and the backyard and even on the roof.

There was a variety of plants and fungi like Potato mine, Peashooters, Cattail, Hypno-shroom, Cabbage-pult, Melon-pult, Plantern and many more. All plants and fungi has its own unique offensive or defensive capabilities to protect the house.

 

Sunflower is one of the very important plants because it is the one who produces sunlight so that the player can be able to have as many plants as they want.

On the other hand, The zombies are the ones who destroys the plants so that they can be able to reach the house of the player.At the start of a level, the player is shown the various types of zombies to expect and to have the opportunity to select which seed packs to take in the specific level.The zombies also have a number of types that have different attributes, in particular, speed, damage tolerance, and abilities. The zombies will include those wearing makeshift armor, those that are able to jump or fly over plants, and even a dancing zombie that is able to summon other zombies from the ground. 

I can relate this game in our topic opposites because you can never win the game that easy. You must pass the large army of zombies. You must do your best, strive harder so that you can kill the zombies easily. You must have strategies, patience and you must know your needs so that the zombies will not reach your house. You will win the game because of the learnings you encounter while playing it.

At last, this game is very helpful specially to the little kids because at a little age they can be able to learn how to be a responsible children by knowing what is their priorities in life.They can be able to fight for their rights. They can also be able to know what to do in such a case they encounter such problems and obstacles in life. 

Don't Force Them

For me, Philippines is a very good country. The citizens were  helping each other for the better. I really don't want to use force to anyone. We must not force anyone just to be able to abuse their power.I want them to realize what is happening especially in our environment. The rice fields that planted long time ago were now with very tall buildings. They must use their force wherein they can benefit their force to others especially to our environment.  I can do many things for the greater good of society by not doing in a bad things. I can encourage my co-citizens in cleaning our environment. We can help each other by raising funds for the benefit of our environment just like cleaning the pasig river. Plant more trees!!!Let's Clean our Environment!!!

The Force of a Doctor

I like this story because it left a very meaningful message to the readers. This story is an example of a circumstances we experience in every family. I can relate this story to my younger sister because she also have once difficulty in her mouth. She always have tooth aches. But in the case of my sister, she wants to cure it as soon as possible even tough she was afraid to her doctor.

A little girl named Mathilda Olsen had a sore throat for 3 days. She take it as a secret to her parents in order to escape with the dentist. The doctor help her in curing her throat by first asking questions to the parents on were the little girl got her fever. Then, they had predictions that may be she got her fever in the school. The doctor approached the little girl in his best professional manner but the girl still don't give any feedback. The doctor can't wait that he asked the parents' help so that they can be able to know where the fever came from. The doctor started the battle by using his force to be able to cure the sore throat of the little girl. At the end, the little girl give her trust to the doctor together with her tears fell after they finish the battle.