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INSTITUT PENDIDIKAN GURU KAMPUS BAHASA ANTARABANGSA, LEMBAH PANTAI, 59200, KUALA LUMPUR

COURSEWORK

PROGRAMME: PPG (TESL) NAME:

COURSE : LGA3103 SEMESTER : 5

DATE SET : DATE DUE :

TASK 1 : 3 August 2013 TASK 1 : 24 August 2013

TASK 2 : 24 August 2013 TASK 2 : 7 September 2013

LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Classify types of stories [1.5] 2. Determine unique features of the different types of stories [6.1] 3. Apply innovative teaching strategies, devices and relevant activities to elicit students’

responses to stories [6.5] 4. Stage a storytelling performance incorporating appropriate elements/techniques of

storytelling [5.6, 8.5] 5. Reflect on one’s own strengths and weaknesses as a storyteller [7.3]

SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students should be able to:

1. Identify and classify different types of stories, highlighting specific features 2. Devise innovative activities for selected stories to enhance reader response 3. Conduct a storytelling session using appropriate techniques 4. Write a reflection on the storytelling session

This coursework evaluates learning outcome 1, 2, 3 and 4.

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COURSEWORK: TASK 1(a): Types of stories (30%) In pairs, select one story suitable for Year 1 (world of self), Year 3 (world of stories) and Year 6 (world of knowledge). For each story selected, justify the appropriateness based on the selection criteria for young learners. (1500 words) TASK 1(b): Devising activities (40%)

Individually, use one of the stories you have selected in Task 1(a) and devise suitable activities to allow students’ participation and provide responses for a one hour lesson. (1000 words) Guideline:

1. Identify the content/learning standard of the lesson with reference to the primary school

syllabus. 2. Formulate the learning objectives of the lesson. 3. Identify suitable activities to elicit reader response. 4. Describe each activity by providing clear elaboration of each stage. 5. You may include the teaching aids in the appendix section.

TASK 2(a): Storytelling (10%) You are going to use storytelling as a technique to teach your students. Choose one story that you think is suitable for the 20 minute storytelling session. The use of props or aids in your session is encouraged. For your evaluation of storytelling, your Head of English Panel or a colleague will give you feedback using Appendix 1. Enclose a video as evidence of conducting this task.

Guidelines An effective storyteller should demonstrate the following traits:

i. Voice Mechanics Speaks with an appropriate volume for the audience to hear. Employs clear enunciation. Uses non-monotonous, vocal expression to clarify the meaning of the text.

ii. Face/Body/Gesture Expressively uses non-verbal communication to clarify the meaning of the text.

iii. Focus Concentration is clear. Eye contact with audience is engaging. Maintains a charismatic presence in space (stage presence).

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iv. Characterization Characters are believable to listener. Storyteller's natural voice is differentiated from character voices.

v. Use of Space:

Storyteller seems comfortable, relaxed and confident in front of listeners. Storyteller maintains clear spatial relationships for characters and narrator.

vi. Pacing: The story is presented efficiently and keeps listeners' interest throughout.

vii. Innovation

Employs a unique or creative use of language, sound, or body language. Creatively presents the sequence of events. Teller's perception of the meaning of the story is artfully expressed or suggested through the telling.

TASK 2(b): Reflection (20%) Write a reflection after you have conducted your storytelling session (1000 words). Your reflection should be based on:

i. Your personal experience in preparing and conducting the session. ii. The comments given by your colleague in Appendix 1

A GOOD ASSIGNMENT SHOULD SHOW 1. A clear and critical understanding of the task 2. Originality in presentation 3. Appropriate language use

DETAILED REQUIREMENTS FOR THE WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT 1. Cite the source of the text and any references you used, using the APA format. 2. No duplication of assignments from other coursework is allowed. 3. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. 4. The cover page should have the following information:

a. Name b. Index number and ID c. Class/Group d. Title of Essay e. Lecturer’s name

5. You should adhere to the deadline. Without an approved extension of time, late submissions will be dealt with severely.

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MARKING CRITERIA The tasks will be marked against the marking criteria set for this coursework.

Prepared by

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(Norhakimah Khaiessa Ahmad) Component Leader LGA3103 English Department IPG KBA

Checked by

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( ) Subject Matter Expert (SME) English Department IPG KBA

Approved by

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(Hjh. Noriah Talib) Head of Department English Department

IPG KBA

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Appendix 1

STORYTELLING FEEDBACK FORM

Overall Comment: Marks

Evaluated by: Endorsed by:

Signature: ____________________

Name:

Signature: ___________________ Name: School stamp:

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