LUE1002 Unit 1 Review

Which of the following is NOT a debatable question?

• Lingnan University should not admit students over 25 years of age.

• Lingnan University library should increase late book return penalties.

• It is unfair to require an IELTS 6.5 score to graduate Lingnan University.

• Lingnan University has a long and well-established presence in Hong Kong.

Which of the following is / are required for Assessment 1A?

• To hold a group discussion with other students

• To consider your individual debate skills and write about them

• To present your reflection to the class

• To watch a recording of yourself in a group discussion

Which of the following would be used to support an academic argument rather than a personal argument?

• Mentioning evidence from a study conducted

• Mentioning an experience from your life

• Mentioning how you personally feel about the topic

• Mentioning what logically makes sense for the topic

Which of the following would be inappropriate in an academic discussion?

• Raising the volume of your voice to make your point more clear

• Politely listening to what others have to say without sharing your ideas

• Including an introduction and conclusion for the discussion

• Inviting others to share their opinions

Consider the use of eye contact in an academic discussion. Which of the following is / are true?

• Avoid eye contact when others speak to avoid making them nervous

• Make eye contact when others speak to show you are paying attention

• Avoid eye contact when speaking to ensure you are reading notes correctly

• Maintain eye contact when speaking to keep others engaged with your points

"According to several studies..." -- What is this phrase most likely used for an academic discussion?

• To concede a point

• To provide evidence to support a point

• To counter a point

• To introduce the topic

"A classic example of this would be..." -- What is the phrase more likely used for in an academic discussion?

• To concede a point

• To defend an idea

• To illustrate a point

• To conclude the discussion

"Yes, I can accept that..." -- What is this phrase most likely used for in an academic discussion?

• To concede a point

• To defend an idea

• To illustrate a point

• To invite others into the discussion

When will we hold the academic discussions for Assessment 1A?

• We already held them (so sorry you missed it)

• From Week 5 of the semester

• From Week 6 of the semester

• From Week 4 of the semester

When will you need to submit your individual written reflection for Assessment 1A?

• Immediately before the discussion

• Immediately after the discussion

• At a date later in the semester

• Whenever you feel it is convenient