...An Analysis on the Speech Contestants’ Arguments in English Celebration Week Octaviyani Raharja 1213009001 Abstract Nowadays, many universities hold speech contest to facilitate their students in improving their communicative skills. Widya Mandala Catholic University, through English Department, holds a speech contest during the English Celebration Week event. As speech contest in common, students are required to conduct a good speech that deals with the topic given. Unfortunately, there are still some mistakes found that deal with the argument components and verbal fallacies. In figuring out a good speech, the contestants’ speeches are recorded and transcribed to be analyzed whether they have met the quality of a good speech which are: (1) includes all of the main components of argument and (2) fallacies free. Since the speech contestants are still in the first semester, they have limited knowledge on argument components and verbal fallacies. Therefore, the contestants sometimes miss the argument components and make no verbal fallacies in their speech. |Keywords: Argument, Fallacy, Verbal Fallacy, Speech, ECW Speech Contest | Introduction There are four language skills and two language components that are needed in learning foreign language, especially English. Among the four language skills, speaking has big roles in both language teaching and learning activity since it requires both communicative...
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...situation beyond monolingualism that exists in Bangladesh. Bangladesh has been known as a monolingual country with the population of 150 million (approximately), Bangla (or Bengali) being its only national and official language since its independence in 1971. However, before the independence, the region now known as Bangladesh had been existed as a multilingual country for centuries throughout its social and political development. In the early period of history, there were various aboriginal speech communities including mainly the speakers of Austro-Asiatic and Tibeto-Burman languages distributed throughout the different regions of this country. The multilingual situation that had existed for millenniums changed in the later period with the settlement of the immigrant people into two phases. In the first phase, the Aryan speech communities immigrated into this region until the beginning of 1st Millennium. In the second phase, the Muslim people including Afgan, Arabic, Persian and Turkish speech communities...
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...Investigating the presentation of speech, writing and thought in spoken British English: A corpus-based approach1 Dan McIntyre a, Carol Bellard-Thomson b, John Heywood c, Tony McEnery c, Elena Semino c and Mick Short c a Liverpool Hope University College, UK, b University of Kent at Canterbury, UK, c Lancaster University, UK Abstract In this paper we describe the Lancaster Speech, Writing and Thought Presentation (SW&TP2) Spoken Corpus. We have constructed this corpus to investigate the ways in which speakers present speech, thought and writing in contemporary spoken British English, with the associated aim of comparing our findings with the patterns revealed by the previous Lancaster corpus-based investigation of SW&TP in written texts. We describe the structure of the corpus and the archives from which its composite texts are taken. These are the spoken section of the British National Corpus, and archives currently housed in the Centre for North West Regional Studies (CNWRS) at Lancaster University. We discuss the decisions that we made concerning the selection of suitable extracts from the archives, the re-transcription that was necessary in order to use the original CNWRS archive texts in our corpus, and the problems associated with the original archived transcripts. Having described the sources of our corpus, we move on to consider issues surrounding the mark-up of our data with TEI-conformant SGML, and the problems associated with capturing in electronic form the CNWRS...
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...can have a profound impact on whether or not our communication is successful. We often fail to consider the importance of word choice until it is too late, and our communication has failed. Think of a time when the words you selected contributed to your miscommunication with another person. How did your word choice impact the miscommunication? What could you have done differently? Discussion 2 Getting off to a strong start with the course project, the Communication Change Challenge (CCC), is important. Please take some time early this week to review the following and to post any specific questions you may have about how to proceed with the project to this week's Q & A thread. • Under Week 1: the Course Project Tab – CCC Part 1. • Under Course Home: the introduction in the Course Project tab and the screen cast tutorial: Communication Change Challenge. Begin by defining interpersonal communication. Then, think of an instance you want to share where your interpersonal communication habits or behaviors got in the way of successful communication between you and another person. Describe the behavior, and tell us why it was a problem. week 2 Discussion 1This week we will explore how we use nonverbal communication. Please refer to Chapter 5 in your course textbook.Essentials of Human Communication,when responding to this Discussion topic. The chapter explains how nonverbal behavior complements our verbal messages and the...
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...Optimization Manual Key words: MOS, interference, BER, C/I, power control, DTX, frequency hopping, PESQ, PSQM /PSQM+, PAMS Abstract: With the development of the radio network, mobile operators become more focused on end users’ experience instead of key performance indicators (KPIs). The improvement of the end users’ experience and the improvement of the network capacity are regarded as KPIs. Therefore, Huawei must pay close attention to the improvement of the soft capability of the network quality as well as the fulfillment of KPIs. At present, there are three methods of evaluating the speech quality: subjective evaluation, objective evaluation, and estimation. Among the three methods, objective evaluation is the most accurate. The PESQ algorithm defined by the ITU can objectively evaluate the speech quality of the communication network. This document uses the mean opinion score (MOS) to label the speech quality after objective evaluation. This...
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...Motor Speech Examination Forms Patient’s Name: Date of Examination: Patient’s Age: Neurologic Diagnosis: Relevant Personal Information: Medical History: Instructions: Answer each item YES or NO and indicate the degree of impairment as follows: 0=no impairment 1=mild impairment 2=moderate impairment 3-severe impairment I. Structural-Functional Speech Mechanism Examination A. Facial Musculature at Rest: cranial nerve (CN) VII Task | Yes | No | Degree | 1)Is mouth symmetrical? If no, describe__________________________________________________________________________________________ | | | | 2) Can patient resist the examiner’s attempt to force lips open? | | | | 3) Are eyes open? | | | | 4) Are eyes partially closed? | | | | 5) Is facies rigid or masked? | | | | 6) Is there wrinkling of forehead (when looking up without moving head?) | | | | 7) Is nose symmetrical? If no, describe________________________________________________________________________________________________ | | | | B. Facial Musculature during Voluntary Movement: CN VII Summary of the Physical Examination of the Lips/ Yorkston Table 2.3 Symptom Checklist | Atrophy | | Adventitious Movement: | | Resting Asymmetry | Function | Range of Movement | Strength | Response to Instruction | Retraction | | | | Upper Left | | | | Upper Right | | | | Lower Left | | | | Lower Right | | | | | Coordination of...
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...Fundamentals of Speech John Kastner, Instructor Speech #1 Demonstrative Speech Prepare a 4-6 minute Demonstrative Speech. Visual aids are recommended for this speech. Remember all of the different types of visual aids so that you might use more creativity. You can use charts or graphs that show the popularity of your topic, images that show various ways to make it, videos or cartoons that show it in use, etc. In addition to your props, power point slides that show lists of ingredients, charts, and other images are helpful. As with all of your speeches, you must turn in a typed outline at the time that you deliver your speech. Objectives: You will deliver a 4 - 6 minute speech that informs your audience about how to do something. The explanation should be clear and concise. You need to actually demonstrate what you are explaining as you explain it. If, for instance, you are going to tell us how to make a cake, then you really need to bring the ingredients, really mix them together, really grease the pan and really pour the batter into the pan. Obviously, you can't bring an oven and bake the cake, but do all the steps that you can in baking a cake and then bring in the final product to show us what it should look like when finished. We should be able to do whatever it is you are demonstrating to us following your speech. Part of your grade for this speech will be based on whether you have demonstrated so clearly that we could turn around and do it...
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...on Terror President Obama gave a speech confirming the death of Osama bin Laden. His ten minute speech was something that the American people needed to hear. After ten long years, some justice had finally been served, and president Obama was able to inform America of this great success. The president is attempting to inform the country of the events leading up to Bin Laden’s death. All of the conflict with Osama bin Laden began on a date most people will never forget. On September 11, 2001 al-Qaeda, bin Laden’s terrorist group, launched an attack on American soil. Two planes were flown into the World Trade Center, one into the Pentagon, and another into a field in southern Pennsylvania. As a result of this terrorist attack on the United States, 2,996 people were murdered and more than 6,000 people were injured. This was a proclamation of war by al-Qaeda. Because of this horrible tragedy, Osama bin Laden became the number one wanted man and was hated by all Americans. For the ten years that followed the attacks, people were permanently scarred and emotionally rocked. Everyone wanted bin Laden dead. And therefore, Obama’s speech on May 1 was some of the best news that the United States had received. Through his speech the President is trying to inform the nation that now is a time to rejoice ,but the war on terror is far from over. President Obama achieves this through invoking powerful emotions connected to past events. Throughout his speech, president Obama is incorporating various...
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...COLLEGE OF ARTS AND LETTERS Department of English, Foreign Languages and Linguistics Sta. Mesa, Manila Adaptation of Swardspeak to the Language of Bachelor of Arts in English Second-Year Students of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Joanna Marie N. Cabanatan Maricon A. Alisuag Jenny L. Carlos Fatima B. Dela Cruz Prof. Evangelina S. Seril CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION I. Introduction Today’s modern generation, many youth are engaged in different languages. Some of us have experienced being near to a group of gays who were talking in quite a different language and you were surprised that you could understand some of the words they were saying. That language is what we called gay lingo but in 1970s, it is Swardspeak. Here in the Philippines, they called the term, "Swardspeak" or "Gay Lingo". Nowadays it is one of the most prominent kinds of language that most of the youth rather people engaged to. It consists of mainly Filipino language, but also uses elements of English, Spanish and other Asian or foreign words (especially Japanese), gays make uses of words that are derived from other words and try to make the words colorful and enticingly comical. It is also their way of speaking and their own mannerisms that make it different to those of the females. Because of the spread of Swardspeak, many Filipino try to engange themselves and makes use of it. . Like any other languages, Swardspeak is...
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...the Roman philosopher Cicero in the first century. Cicero laid out these five major rules of rhetoric, dividing skillful argumentation into more digestible parts. The first step of rhetoric is called Invention. It refers to the nascent stages of an argument, where you discover the pressing nature of your argument for your particular audience. You’ll need to have an understanding of your audience's desires and needs, as well as how to best appeal to them. When appealing to your audience, think about a balance of logos, ethos, and pathos. These three modes of persuasion will be used to convince your audience to believe in your argument. Each will provide a different reaction from a crowd, and you must change your approach to adapt to the needs of your audience. b. Assemble your argument with Arrangement. The order that your audience hears your argument has a massive effect on how they'll perceive your speech. You've most likely come across the five-paragraph essay in your studies. While this format isn't appropriate for all speeches, the basic layout is based on Greek and Roman argumentative structures. The five steps are as follows: Introduction. Express your message and why it's important to your audience, as well as yourself. Statement of fact. Break down the general thesis of your argument into smaller parts. This is where you name reasons why the current issue exists. Confirmation, or proof. Craft your main argument here, as well as reasons why your argument...
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...Outline to be submitted before delivering speech—Should be complete sentences. Use the examples as models, especially in indentation and symbolization. A. Levels: Roman numerals: I, II, III; Capital letters: A, B,C; Arabic numerals: 1, 2, 3 (Review “Principles of Outlining” on ps, 266-267.) B. Remember to first state your Purpose in a complete sentence: This is what you want the audience to know or do upon completion of your speech. (See example outlines on ps. 274-280 and p. 315 for examples of specific kinds of purpose statements.) C. Label Introduction, Body, and Conclusion with NO SYMBOLS in front of the labels. D. Remember to have a References section listing the sources you used in correct MLA form at the end of your sentence outline. You do not have to put it on a separate sheet. 1. Alphabetize sources according to last name of the author or first word of title if no author is given. 2. Look at ps. 323 and 325 to see what this section is supposed to look like because indentation is involved. 3. There are several instruments that will put your source citation into correct MLA form when you fill in the required information. Some are: a. Microsoft Word 2007 program feature b. www.easybib.com[->0] c. www.sonofacitationmachine.com II. Page 272: Example of a Key-Word Outline to be submitted after giving speech A. You may use one side of standard size...
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...Associate Program Material Interpersonal Relationships Worksheet Respond to each of the questions below using complete sentences. Cite any sources used within the body of your response (i.e., inside the box) and in the references list at the end of the document (if not already included in References list I have provided). 1. Review supportive and defensive relationships as discussed by Cheesebro, O'Connor, and Rios (2010, pp. 132-135) and complete the table below: | |Response | |Define supportive |A supportive relationship is when there is emotional help and encouragement inside the | |relationships. |relationship. | |Define defensive |A defensive relationship is a relationship that consist of 1 or more people who are very | |relationships. |protective of themselves and very defensive | |Which type of relationship|A supportive relationship is more suitable for healthcare industries. | |(supportive or defensive) | | |is more appropriate for | ...
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...a date that will live in mortality among American citizens, it was the day that one man moved an entire country, and this man single-handedly brought an entire race together using only his words. Dr. Martin Luther’s “I have a Dream Speech” is one of the most important and influential speeches ever given. This speech was given in Washington D.C. amongst high racial tensions in the U.S. between white southerners and black southerners. This speech perfectly personified the feelings and ideas of 90% of the black community. Dr. King spoke for the minorities that had no voice during this time period. Dr. King’s speech is well known for his hope for the future of his country and his people. Dr. King started with, “….even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.” Stating that in his interpretation of the American dream, he begins with “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men are created equal." I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.” Dr. King dreams of an America that will unite instead of separate, an America that will look around and not see skin color or social status, but instead a fellow man that deserves the upmost respect. King wants America...
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...up and play with the toddler- milestone charts from 18-21 months! When you look at your toddler with a full 18 months, you'll be impressed when his achievements compare with the development of a full year. As we are in daily contact with the toddler it can happen that we don't notice how long the path crossed our child in his detection of the big new world! Here are some exercises for proper cognitive and psychomotor development. Games for the development of motor skills for toddlers In this age we still practice kicking a ball, just less than before and getting the attention that toddlers use both feet equally when kicking the ball. We're practicing to go downstairs and down the hill, and that runs through the tunnel, under the table or chairs. You may put kitchen's chairs in the series and encourage the child to be pulled through them. Games for...
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...3 Speech Recognition System 3.1 Pocketsphinx The recognition framework used for acoustic modeling and recognition is Sphinx/pocketsphinx [11]. It was chosen because of the low processing and memory footprint: fast feedback to the user will be essential even when many clients connect at the same time to a server and many instances of the engine might be running in parallel. Due to the restriction in the current pocketsphinx decoder, maximum 128 word-classes can be used, therefore, the source code was modified to accommodate larger number of classes without any impact on the performance. 3.2 Training Configuration Acoustic model training and performance evaluation was conducted using Sphinx training tools. Customized procedure for model training and testing was established. The critical parameters as the word recognition performance (WER), real...
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