This document outlines an assignment for a course on effective public communication. Students must complete an individual oral presentation on one of four topics: traditional dwellings, religious buildings, mural paintings, or parks and gardens from around the world. For their chosen topic, students must describe the historical background, structure/layout, ornamentation, materials used, and other relevant information. Presentations should be 10-15 minutes with references cited. Students will be evaluated on understanding the brief, content, organization, use of references, and grammar. Presentations are to be submitted digitally by the assigned dates.

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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Foundation in Natural and Built Environment (FNBE)
Effective Public Communication [COM 30103]
Assignment: Oral Presentation
Assignment
To demonstrate the principles of
communication and behaviour in analysing
interaction with others, both at individual
and at group levels.
LO
As per stated
in the module 20%
Oral
Presentation
Week 16
INTRODUCTION
This assignment evaluates oral presentation and speaking skills. It also evaluates the
student’s ability to research information and present an effective presentation of his/her
research. In addition, being a group assignment, each student will experience
cooperating and collaborating with other peers as a team with a common goal.
Referencing:
All persons, books and other sources of information are to be referenced in accordance with the
APA Style.
OBJECTIVES OF THIS ASSIGNMENT
The objectives of this project are as follows:
 To demonstrate the principles of communication and behaviour in analyzing interaction with others,
both at individual and at group levels.
LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THIS ASSIGNMENT
The learning outcomes of this assignment are:
 Apply the principles of communication and behaviour in analyzing interaction with others, both at
individual and at group levels.
 To be aware of the importance of cultural differences and respect cultural differences as well as to
build healthy and positive relationships with fellow students, co-workers and clients.
 To communicate the relevant ideas in a clear, logical and appropriate academic English.

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TASKS - METHODOLOGY
Instructions: Choose ONE topic ONLY for your individual oral presentation.
Topic 1: Traditional dwellings around the world.
Choose ONE traditional house from any continent of your choice and describe the
following:
a. Historical background of the country
b. Structure and layout
c. Types of ornamentation used
d. Type of materials used
e. Other relevant information
Source: weblogsufr.com-Balinese traditional home

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Topic 2: Religious buildings around the world
Choose ONE religious building from any continent of your choice and describe the
following:
a. Historical background of the chosen place
b. Structure and layout of the building(s) / monument(s)
c. Types of ornamentation used
d. Type of materials used
e. Other relevant information
Source: http://www.myceb.com.my/sites/default/files/gallery_images/thean-hou-temple.jpg

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Topic 3: Mural Paintings around the world.
Choose ONE place that displays various mural paintings from any continent of your
choice and describe the following:
a. Historical background of the chosen place.
b. Structure and layout of the building(s) / monument(s).
c. Types of mural painting
d. Descriptions of mural painting
e. Type of materials used for mural painting
Source: http://hype.my/featured/5-sweet-street-art-spots-in-malaysia/

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Topic 4: Parks and Gardens around the world.
Choose ONE place from any continent of your choice and describe the following:
a. Historical background of the chosen place.
b. Structure and layout of the landscape (s) / building(s) / monument(s).
c. Types of park and garden
d. Descriptions of activities / recreational activities
e. Type of materials used to build the park and garden
Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/stratman2/5345555066/
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENT
You are required to choose ONE topic of your choice and describe all the five aspects
mentioned above.
1. This is an individual presentation.
2. You must research the topic that you choose and prepare an oral presentation
for about 10 – 15 minutes.
3. You are required to provide detailed referencing and citation for this submission.
4. You must submit the following on 20 January 2016 (Wednesday class) / 21
January 2016 (Thursday class).
i. A softcopy and hardcopy of your PowerPoint presentation (including
images) and any audio-visual material that you will be using for your
presentation.
ii. The PowerPoint presentation must be clearly labelled with the name
of the assignment and names of group members.
iii. Cover page (follow the attached format) for the CD.

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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
The assessment for this assignment will be based on:
 Your demonstrated understanding of the brief.
 The content of the write-up—strength of central idea and relevance to the question.
 Clear and coherent organization of ideas and argument.
 Ability to use scholarly references to support arguments and ideas.
 Grammar and mechanics.
MARKING CRITERIA

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Effective Public Communication [COM 30103]
INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT:
ORAL PRESENTATION
LECTURER:
MOHD RIDHWAN ABDULLAH
SUBMISSION DATES:
20 January 2016 (Wednesday class)
21 January 2016 (Thursday class)
PRESENTATION DATES:
20 January 2016 (Wednesday class)
27 January 2016 (Wednesday class)
3 February 2016 (Wednesday class)
21 January 2016 (Thursday class)
28 January 2016 (Thursday class)
4 February 2016 (Thursday class)
SUGGESTED REFERENCES
Ho Sook Wah, Chan Swee Heng & Yap Ngee Thai, ((1988) Interactively Speaking, Penerbit
Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang.
Sahanaya, W. & Lindeck, J.(2001). IELTS Preparation and Practice. Listening and Speaking. (2nd
ed.).Australia & New Zealand: Oxford University Press.
SUGGESTED COVER PAGE / AUTHORSHIP
Should be well designed with the necessary information;
[Full Name / all in group]
[Student ID]
[Module]
[Session] September 2015