Academic Writing 2007/2008 (Friday): MP3 Player (Task 2)

Thursday, March 13, 2008

MP3 Player (Task 2)

MP3 player is a device that can play music with *.mp3 format file. There are many kinds of music format file but, *.mp3 is the most famous one.

It can be played on almost all of portable music player or all kinds of computer software. Nowadays, mp3 player is a common device that everyone has. Because, most of people like music so they buy a MP3 player to pamper their ears. Many companies produce their own MP3 player such as Apple with its iPod, Archos, Samsung, Sony, Cowon, etc. The most famous MP3 player is published by Apple with its iPod. iPod is the best selling MP3 player product. Because it also can play videos, tune in to radio and even can be used as an organizer. Nowadays, the size of an MP3 player become smaller and smaller. You can put it in your pocket or you can clip it on your pocket. Besides that, there are also MP3 player that can be used as a flash disk.

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FINAL PROJECT

Academic Writing

Choose one of the following topics

(1) Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic

In some countries the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 0r 70. Meanwhile, we see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Clearly, there is little agreement on an appropriate retirement age.

Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment?

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and support your arguments with examples and evidence.

Citation and references should be used correctly.

(2) Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic

The idea of going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture.

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and support your arguments with examples and evidence.

Citation and references should be used correctly.

(3) Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic

Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that this is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women in parenting.

Write an essay expressing your point of view.

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and support your arguments with examples and evidence.

Citation and references should be used correctly.

(4) Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic

The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, have great influence in shaping people’s ideas.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and support your arguments with examples and evidence.

Citation and references should be used correctly.

(5) Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic

‘Telecommuting’ refers to workers doing their jobs from home for part of each week and communicating with their office using computer technology. Telecommuting is growing in many countries and is expected to be common for most office workers in the coming decades.

How do you think society will be affected by the growth of telecommuting?

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and support your arguments with examples and evidence.

Citation and references should be used correctly.

(6) Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic

The rising levels of congestion and air pollution found in most of the world’s cities can be attributed directly to the rapidly increasing number of private cars in use. In order to reverse this decline in the quality of life in cities, attempts must be made to encourage people to use their cars less and public transport more.

Discuss possible ways to encourage the use of public transport.

You should use your own ideas, knowledge and support your arguments with examples and evidence.

Citation and references should be used correctly.