Lecture notes drop box and creative corner of Dr Aswathy Aravindakshan
Reading Time: 2 minutesBelow is a brief biography of D. Vinayachandran, a Malayalam poet whose works uniquely blend modernism with traditional folklore and the melody of nature. WORKS CITED “Malayalam poet Vinayachandran passes away”. Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 4 July 2013. “Poet D. Vinayachandran condoled”. The Hindu. Retrieved 4 July 2013. “One with nature in…
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Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Birth of a Freedom Fighter is the third chapter (48 pages) in Nelson Mandela’s memoir, Long Walk to Freedom. I am fundamentally an optimist. Whether that comes from nature or nurture, I cannot say. Part of being optimistic is keeping one’s head pointed toward the sun one’s feet moving forward. There were many dark…
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Reading Time: 2 minutesLong Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela Conversations with Myself Madiba magic No Easy Walk to Freedom In His Own Words WORKS CITED Mandela, Nelson. Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela. Little, Brown and Company, 1994. Meredith, Martin. Mandela: A Biography. Public Affairs, 2010. https://www.nelsonmandela.org/biography…
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Reading Time: 2 minutes Oral sources include interviews and oral testimonies that provide a raw and immediate perspective. Written sources, like documents, articles, and reports, offer a structured and documented account of events. Oral Sources – Examples : Eyewitness Interviews: Journalists often interview individuals who have witnessed an event to gather first-hand information and capture the immediate reactions…
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Reading Time: 2 minutes Primary sources, positioned at the epicentre of an event or issue, provide invaluable first-hand information. Secondary sources, on the other hand, act as conduits for relaying information from those directly involved. Both are indispensable in crafting a complete and accurate news story. Primary Sources – Examples : Eyewitnesses: Individuals who directly observe and experience…
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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe definitions of news, as articulated by various influential figures spanning different centuries and backgrounds, paint a comprehensive picture of the multifaceted nature of information dissemination. Each perspective offers unique insights into the essence and purpose of news. Charles Anderson Dana, an American journalist from the 19th century, said, “When a dog bites a man,…
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Reading Time: 2 minutes In the 20th century, mass media industries were traditionally categorised into eight main sectors: books, the Internet, magazines, movies, newspapers, radio, recordings, and television. The rise of digital communication technology in the late 20th and early 21st centuries led to debates on redefining what constitutes “mass media,” particularly in the context of emerging technologies…
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Reading Time: 4 minutes INTRODUCTION STEPS IN A ROLE PLAY SAMPLE CONVERSATIONS CONVERSATION BETWEEN A STUDENT AND A BANK MANAGER INQUIRING ABOUT STUDY LOANS STUDENT: Good morning, Sir BANK MANAGER: Good morning. How can I help you? STUDENT: I have some enquiries on educational loans. BANK MANAGER: Certainly, which institution are you planning to enrol in? STUDENT: I’m planning…
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Reading Time: 4 minutes THE ART OF COMPERING How to prepare for a compering session 1. Write a script – content is the king –understand the purpose and nature of the event – research and prepare an engaging script. 2. Practice – practice makes a man perfect – rehearse till you feel confident to present before an audience 3. Master time…
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