GENETIC ENGINEERING

   Genetic engineering entails manipulating an organism’s gene indirectly using techniques such as molecular cloning to alter the nature and structure of genes. It can change an organism’s characteristics through DNA manipulation. Human beings ought to consider the pros and cons of genetic engineering before using it.There are a few pros and cons about genetic engineering. Lets begin with pros of genetic engineering.
   First, it leads to better growth rate, taste and nutrition of crops like tomatoes, potatoes, rice and soybean. Genetically engineering produces new variants with increased yield and improved nutritional qualities. Genetically engineered crops can survive on lands that are currently not suited for cultivation. Genetic manipulation can be carried out to meliorate the nutritional value and increase the rate of growth of crops. The science of genetic engineering, also referred to as foods Biotechnology, nay be utilized to ameliorate the taste of food.
   Next, Genetic engineering produces crops which are pest-resistant and have a longer shelf life. Engineered seeds can endure harsh climatic conditions and are resistant to pests. At-DBF2, a plant gene, can be inserted into tobacco and tomato cells to increase their survival in harsh climatic and soil conditions. Biotechnology may be utilized to slow down food spoilage process. This results in a greater shelf life of vegetables and fruits.
    The Genetic Engineering has some cons as well. One, it may block the nutritional value. Genetic engineering in food contaminates crop genes. Crops that are genetically engineered may take the place of natural weeds and thus harm natural plants. Unwanted genetic mutations may lead to crop allergies.
   The last disadvantage of genetic engineering is that it may introduce harmful pathogens. Horizontal gene transfer may bring about new pathogens. While it raises plant’s immunity to diseases, the resistant genes may be transferred to harmful pathogens.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SHAPES CHILDREN PERSONALITY

   Early childhood education is a branch of education theory which relates to the teaching ofyoung children formally and informally up until the age of about eight. During their early years, children go through critical stages of development, and consistent, high-quality early childhood education can have long-lasting, beneficial effects on the overall development of children.Choosing a preschool in which your child will be loved and cared for is of utmost importance, of course. But it's also important to select a preschool that will partner with your family to ensure your child's healthy development throughout his or her early childhood education years.
   Having your child attend the same preschool programme throughout his or her early years allows him or her to develop relationships with the adults and children in that environment, which provides a sense of security. A child who is comfortable with the people in his or her life is more likely to participate in learning opportunities and in advanced cooperative play, such as role playing with others, playing games with rules, and working with others to accomplish goals.       
   Children who experience consistency in their early childhood education programme demonstrate less aggressive behaviours, because of their ability to interact with others and use their language skills to resolve conflicts. For young children, the knowledge that teachers, other children, and daily routines will be consistent over time encourage confidence and competency in social life.
   Finally, If your children get the early childhood education, they will be able to improve their language. Language development occurs at a rapid pace in children between the ages of one and five years old. Children who are secure in their environment and with the people around them are more likely to engage in frequent, age-appropriate conversations. Daily interactions such as these lead to more advanced language skills by promoting vocabulary development and conversational skills. Activities such as daily group discussions, fingerplays, songs, and read-alouds, help children develop the fundamental language skills they will continue to build on throughout their lifetimes. 

A NATIONAL TREASURE

   National Treasure is an artefact, institution, or public figureregarded as being emblematic of a nation’s cultural heritage or identity. In Malaysia there were a few National Treasure the they have. One of the popular national treasure that Malaysia have is The Rainforest. Malaysia have the Oldest Rainforest in earth.
   In the middle of the Malaysian peninsular lies a rainforest so old it makes the entire Amazon jungle seem like new growth. Taman Negara, literally ‘national park’ in Malay, has lain virtually undisturbed for 130 million years. Located as it is in the centre of the equator, even ice ages left barely a dent in this ancient jungle.
   The flora and fauna of Taman Negara are unrivaled 14,000 species of plants, 200 mammals and 240 types of trees can be found in this lush rainforest. And with travel within the park limited to jungle tracks and riverboats, much more may still be waiting to be found.
   Prior to the Jurassic period, the entire Malaysia peninsular was submerged underwater. As a result, sedimentary rock and limestone make up the fertile base of Taman Negara and its interesting cave system. Most of Malaysia’s fossils have also been discovered within the limestone of this national park. Living within the rainforest are Malaysia’s earliest inhabitants, or Orang Asli, meaning original or native people. The Orang Asli of Taman Negara are of the Negrito group, who have burial sites in Malaysia dating back 10,000 years.

SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT

School-based Assessment (SBA) was first proposed in the Reform Proposals for the Education System in Hong Kong, published in September 2000. In this approach, basic skills and knowledge required by a Form 5 graduate will be indicated and students do not have to compare with the others.
   Under the education reforms in which a new culture of learning and teaching is to be cultivated, schools can use different modes of broad-based assessments, including observation of students' performance in classroom and participation in project work to promote learning in a more flexible manner. Another benefit is advocating students' all-round development which gives a more comprehensive picture of individual students' learning needs, as well as fosters the positive washback effects of public examinations. It also helps to address the limitations of judging students on their performance in one single examination.
   For assessment students are required to partake in interactions with classmates on a particular aspect of the text they have read or viewed, leading up to making a more formal group interaction or an individual presentation on a specific text and responding to questions from their audience. Students are assessed according to a set of assessment criteria, consisting of a set of descriptors at each of six levels across four domains, the domains are briefly describe as follow.
   First domain is pronunciation and delivery.Then, Communication Strategies, Communicative strategies involve body language, timing, and asking and answering appropriate kinds of questions.The next domain are Vocabulary and Language Patterns. Finally,  Ideas and Organisation  The ideas and organisation domain consists of the expression of information and ideas, the elaboration of appropriate aspects of the topic, organisation, and questioning and responding to questions.

MALAYSIA CARS VS FOREIGN CARS

   Malaysia Is the only ASEAN country that have two car manufacture which is Proton (Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional) and Perodua (Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua). In other country outside Malaysia There are a lot of cars models and brands,which can be More expensive and cheaper than the Malaysia ones,and I'm gonna give a comparisson amongs Malaysia Cars and Foreign Cars. The example is Proton Preve and Toyota Vios. I'm gonna compare those cars about their space, price and safety.
    Proton Preve has plenty of space inside, certainly on par with others in the class. Five can be seated without too much body contact and the rear seat legroom is fine. The boot has a practical opening and a regular interior shape, so you can make full use of the available space, and folding the rear seats helps with long loads. There are plenty of places to store odds and ends, although some are made of hard plastics and we discovered the odd sharp plastic edge.Meanwhile,The Vios has had a wheelbase increase, pushing the Vios to the edge of medium size. This has made the interior feel more spacious, and allowed more space between the front and rear seats always welcome. Even the boot space has been increased to 470 litres. No complaints up front, and three adults can be accommodated in the back without them getting overly cosy with each other.
   Next, we will compared the price for the both car.Being a Proton, we assumed it would be less expensive than the Toyota, but we were wrong. The Preve is almost exactly the same price as the  Toyota Vios slightly confused by the Prevé’s driveaway price, although we’ve seen the Corolla at RM60,000-Rm70,000 driveaway as well shop around. It is well enough equipped with lots of bells-and-whistles equipment such as auto headlights, auto wipers, cruise control, push button start, auto climate control, touch screen audio, sat nav and electric folding mirrors (that don’t automatically resume their position when you restart) a lot of kit for the modest price. The real value equation becomes clearer with free servicing for the first five-years/75,000km, five-year/150,000km warranty and five-year roadside assist.
   Finally, the safety for the Preve and Vios.Commendably, Proton has made a commitment to ensure all its cars have the maximum five star ANCAP rating. Standard safety equipment includes electronic stability control with brake assist, traction control, ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution. It also has front seatbelt pre-tensioners, active headrests and hazard lights that automatically activate under heavy braking above 90km/h and/or in the event of a crash. For Toyota Vios, Seven airbags, front seat designed to counter whiplash injuries, stability and traction control and anti-lock brakes all ensure the Ascent gets the maximum five-star ANCAP rating.

  

MY LIFE IS AN ESSAY

  My name is Ahmad Azwan B. Shukri . I am a senior in high school. Everyone can agree that I am a good student and that I like to study. My favorite subjects are chemistry and biology. I am going to enter the university because my goal is to study these subjects in future and to become a respected professional in one of the fields.
  I can say that I am a responsible and a hard-working student. Moreover, being a sociable person, I have many friends since I like to communicate with people and get to know new interesting individuals. I enjoy my time at school: it is really nice to study and the students are very friendly and ready to help. The atmosphere cannot but make me want to go there every time. I like to receive and deal with challenging tasks. I am a veryenthusiastic student and I think this is a strong point of mine.
  My friends say that I am a very funny and an interesting girl with a good sense of humor. As soon as I meet new people who are happy to meet me, I feel extremely comfortable with them. I believe that friendship is one of the mostimportant values in human life. We exchange new ideas, find many interesting things about each other and experience new things. I appreciate friendship and people who surround me.

MALAYSIA: WHAT I KNOW & YOU SHOULD KNOW

    Malaysia is a multiracial country. Malaysia has a population of 23.27 million consisting of 61 percent Malays, 30 percent Chinese, 8 percent Indians and 1 percent of other ethnic groups. Malaysia is unique because of its diversity of races, religions and cultures, the stability of the country and many places of interests. Besides, there are many international achievements which are the pride of our nation. There are a few things that what i know and what you should know about Malaysia.
   Every 31 August every year Malaysia will celebrate their Independnce Day. In 31 August 1957 has been declared the independence of Malaysia after several negotiations were among Malaysians led by Tengku Abdul Rahman and the British. In that day, Tunku Abdul Rahman proudly declared the independence of Malaya (now Malaysia) by shouting out "merdeka" seven times at the merdeka stadium.
  Malaysia is multiracial, multi ethnic, multi cultural country. This is because Malaysia have so many races and religion in one country. What make Malaysia amazing country is, althought they have many races and religion in their country, they can live peacefully. Malaysian people also known for their kindness, tolerance and their friendliness.
   Malaysia, people of difference ethic heritage live harmoniously, where the majority Malays, Chinese, and Indians have all placed their individual stamp on the local fare. It is bound to have interesting effect o the cuisine of the country. Every ethnic have their own famous food. For Example, Malay is famous with their nasi lemak, lemang and rendang. Roti canai, thosei and chapati were Indian famous food. Chinese is famous with their char kuey teaw and hainan chicken rice.
   The Wildlife of Malaysia are some of the most diverse on earth, with Malaysia being a Megadiverse country. The majority of the country is covered in rainforest, which hosts a huge diversity of plant and animal species. There are approximately 210 mammal species, 620 bird species, 250 reptile species, and 150 frog species found in Malaysia. Its large marine territory also holds a great diversity of life, with the country's coastal waters comprising part of the Coral Triangle.

HOMESCHOOLING

   Homeschooling, also known as home education, is the education of children inside the home, as opposed to in the formal settings of a public or private school. Home education is usually conducted by a parent or tutor.In Malaysia Homeschooling is only for Rich,VVIP children. Homeschooling more popular in Europe country. Did you know there are a few benefits about homeschooling.

   Homeschooling is one-on-one tutoring .Some studies have shown that in schools, the smaller the students-teacher ratio, the better the students learn.  Among other benefits, the students are helped individually, and teachers ensure that all students master a basic skill or concept before going to a more advanced one.  It ensures that genuine learning is taking place.  Homeschooling is, in effect, one-to-one ratio of teaching.

   Homeschooled kids tend to think more independently. They are also unlikely to follow the ideas of a group without first making up their own minds. College students who were homeschooled express that they feel more mature than their dorm mates, because they know how to think for themselves and aren’t influenced as readily by peer pressure.

   Education at home will eradicates boredom. Since learning is specifically tailored to individuals, it make them put consistent effort into learning.  Also, kids do not have to waste time on what they already mastered while other kids are catching up.

  For the parents who cares about their children safety. Homeschooling provides a safe learning environment. Children who are homeschooled are not exposed to teasing, bullying, negative peer pressure, bad influences, and in some cases, bad or even misbehaving teachers.

   Finally, Homeschooling strengthens closeness of the family, and parents’ relationships to children are made deeper. Parents are able to watch their children grow.  Families are able to travel, practice their religion and 

BILINGUAL EDUCATION

   Bilingual education involves teaching academic content in two languages, in a native and secondary language with varying amounts of each language used in accordance with the program model.In Malaysia we have many races, religion and language so bilingual education is important. But there are advantages and disadvantages for bilingual education. 

   The advantages of a bilingual approach to education have been discussed and researched for decades and are well documented.  In addition to giving children a sense of cultural pluralism, it has been shown that learning a second language, particularly from an early age, has a cognitive and academic benefit.  Research demonstrates that young children who become bilingual develop stronger communication skills in their native language, learn additional new languages at a faster rate and are better prepared to compete in the global economy.  Additionally, students who learn a second language score significantly higher on the important tests.  Bilingual children and adults often demonstrate superior executive function skills that result in an enhanced ability to adapt to changing situations, execute multi-level tasks, and engage in high-level cognitive thinking.  Finally, bilingual adults are more employable and enjoy a greater variety of career opportunities.  In short bilingual children are smart, adaptable and successful

  The disadvantages of a bilingual education is, to learn bilingual education is quite costly. schools all across the country are struggling to keep their foreign language programs funded as is. Running a dominant language program is far cheaper than attempting to educate a minority language student. Often, if a student does not have a strong understanding of the language they are being taught, all of the money spent on establishing the program is a complete waste. Spending money on bilingual education programs takes valuable funding away from programs that schools are already forced to cut back on. Physical education and music related programs are consistently falling by the wayside, in favor of foreign language programs that are not proven to be successful. For this reason, many schools have elected to stick with their current dominant language programs.

TECHNOLOGY KILLS HUMANITY

  In a borderless world, all the information is at the fingertips. Science and technology leads us to a change of life. Progress can not be denied. However, in the meantime, there are also denying the impact of science and technology. Various conclusions made by individuals on the basis of observations about the impact of science and technology either advances or even lead to the destruction of the universe.There is no denying that science and technology have importance in the development of the global community. But it is also undeniable have an adverse effect on the country's development, including environmental and social problems. 

    All this can not be avoided because sometimes people are busy pursuing development and sophistication even forget the adverse effects that would happen. All discoveries and inventions in science and technology that was born of the human mind sometimes misses the real purpose for not according to the principles outlined by Islam. Not surprisingly, many are now employing science and technology are also invited to harm if the boundaries of exploration science does not conform to what Islam has to say.

   Now, the creation of a fairly sophisticated human findings in defense technology capable of protecting the country from enemy attack. Various forms of defense equipment from weapons to fight until the equipment also follow the progress of science and technology. From one angle, it may be good for the country but if he thinks might be more consequences resulting from the use of advanced tools of science and technology progress results. Ever wondered, that the sophistication of the tools of war can lead to destruction of the world including the environment and also the many souls who perished own deck of human greed. For example, the effects of the use of bombs or guns can destroy the environment. Even just to test the ability of a creation, sometimes it legislate to environmental degradation as leading to environmental pollution. 

    Meanwhile, a high level of expertise and sophisticated equipment needed to build its own nuclear bomb.Biotechnology now propel the country towards development. Food engineering field through the latest technology capable of producing genetic modification of food (Genetically Modified Food) which features best as durable, sleek and refined, simple, inexpensive and increase crop production such as brown rice, tomato and chilli. Food produced is the same but have different properties that are included with various combinations of the genes of other organisms. 

   What is the question of genetic resources used to produce custom food is feared than the things that are prohibited by legislation. GMF also affects human health because they contain impurities  is unknown adverse effects..

MOST SUCCESSFUL LEADER IN MALAYSIA

    A successful leader sets a good example. Act as a role model for your team, and don't be afraid to pitch in and help out when needed. Your team will respond well to your leadership if you are willing to contribute.If you show respect to your employees, thanking them for their work and complimenting them on their successes, they will be far more likely to respect you in return.

    In Malaysia the most successful leader that we can make him as role model is the one and only our beloved Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. As the fourth and most dynamic Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad will indelible impression on the sands of Malaysia for many years to come. He held the post for 22 years from 1981 to 2003, making him Malaysia's longest-serving Prime Minister, and one of the longest-serving leaders in Asia.
   He played an important role in improving Malaysia status and image to both the citizens and foreigners. He was an individual who had a visionary mind and was someone who was always trying to improve Malaysia for its citizen. Tun Dr Mahathir was famous for his visionary mind that had no limit.
     One of the main reasons he was a good leader and adored by his people was his innovative ideas on improving the lives of the Malaysian people. He launched Vision 2020 in 1991 as a step to familiarize the citizens of Malaysia with the future he planned for the country. Vision 2020 was a thirty-year plan of the steps needed to be taken by Malaysians to ensure the rapid development of the country that was stemmed by none other than Tun Dr Mahathir himself. According to him, in order for Malaysians to proceed towards its goals, the citizens of Malaysia were to face nine challenges. Not only that, Vision 2020 was also used to establish a single, united Malaysian nation that would unite our multi-racial citizens.

      With Vision 2020, Tun Dr Mahathir also develop a plan to build a symbol for the nation by constructing the World’s tallest building. The creation of the Petronas Twin towers started on 1992 and was completed in 1997. The Petronas Twin Towers came to be the tallest from 1997 until 2003. With his ties with Petronas, Tun Dr Mahathir urged Petronas to reach out abroad to secure future petroleum supplies.

     

MALAYSIAN TRADITIONAL DANCE

  In malaysia have many traditional dances.At the same time tourist can learn the step how to dance traditional dance.Malaysia is the best country and have many style in dances.Example traditional dance below the down:

  Joget is a popular dance at social funtions, Joget is danced by couples. The music and steps are similar to the cha-cha but the man and woman never touch and move around in a circle.

  Next, Tarian dance. Tarian was dance by female dancers hold two saucers which contain a lighted candle each. They sway and move their arms gracefully without extinguishing the flames.

   Then,  Gayong Otar-Otar is an energetic dance from the state of Terengganu, it features male dancers carrying swords and shields and simulating battle moves. The dance is accompanied by a lively tempo from gongs and drums.

  Chinese in malaysia also have their own traditional dance it is called Dance of Spring,In ancient China, spring was welcome relief from the cold winter. It was also a time for romance and celebrating. Performed by females, this dance depicts the happy mood that prevails in villages.

  Bharata Natyam is a classical Indian dance, the Bharata Natyam is a solo female performance. A variety of standing positions, movement of legs and feet and hand gestures are executed to the beat of the tabla and other traditional instruments.

    In Sarawak has Ngajat dance it is originally performed by Sarawak’s ethnic warriors, the Ngajat was a post-battle dance to celebrate victory. Armed with shields and swords, the costume-clad dancers leap, thrust and shriek in mock battle.

Finally, Sumazau dance it is the national dance of the Kadazan-Dusun community in Sabah, Borneo, the Sumazau is performed by two rows of men and women dressed in traditional costumes. They depict the flight of birds to the rhythm of six gongs.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEM FACING BY MY COUNTRY TODAY

   Malaysia, one of the 'Asian tiger' economies, has enjoyed remarkable growth over the last few decades, with industrialization, agriculture and tourism playing leading roles in this success story.

   But today, despite a relatively positive environmental record, Malaysia  faces problem of deforestation, pollution of inland and marine waters, soil and coastal erosion, overfishing and coral reef destruction, along with air pollution, water pollution and the problem of waste disposal.Deforestation, Oil palm plantations are a prevalent feature of the Malaysian landscape, as this industry has become a major contributor to the country’s export earnings.

   The increase in palm oil production has been driven by strong global demand for oils and fats, notably from Europe and China.However, this expansion of land for oil palm cultivation has taken place at the expense of lowland tropical forests, which are ecologically sensitive habitats.

   The fate of a magic floodplain in Sabah .This includes the Lower Kinabatangan Floodplains in Sabah. In this area, stretching along the northeastern coast of Borneo, forests  have been reduced to scattered pieces, while endangered animals such as elephants have lost their natural homes. Flooding has also intensified.Because the remaining forest is fragmented, elephants are forced to move through plantations and smallholdings to get from one patch to another. 

   They prefer to use forest on dry ground, so during floods they are also forced into agricultural land, sometimes causing considerable damage.Habitat fragmentation has also affected the orangutan populations and other species of high conservation priority (rhinoceros, monkeys, storm storks, oriental darters and others).

  Pollution Malaysia has enjoyed one of the least polluted urban environments in Asia. However, with the massive industrial development of recent years, and an increase in urbanization and vehicle use, air and water pollution are of growing concern.

TRADITIONAL FOODS

   Malaysia is a country with rich culture. The population is made of mainly Malay, Chinese and Indians while the Borneo sub origins made out the most of west Malaysian population. Malaysian food, of course is very much reflective of the diversity of the people staying here. Located at the Southeast Asia, Malaysia is in between Thailand and Singapore while West Malaysia is next to the Sulawesi and Philippines.In Malaysia haves many traditional food every country. Every races in Malaysia have their own traditional food

    The famous malay traditional foods is nasi lemak. Nasi lemak is a fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaf commonly found in Malaysia, where it is considered the national dish. It is considered one of the most famous dishes for malay-type breakfast. Nasi lemak s served with anchovies, peanuts, boiled egg, lamb curry, cucumber, and traditional chili paste.

    Roti canai is a type of Indian-influenced flatbread found in Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. It is often sold in Mamak stalls in Malaysia and also in Malay stalls. Traditionally roti canai is consumed with dhal or any type of curry, such as mutton or chicken curry. However, the versatility of roti canai as the staple has led to the development of new recipes, either savoury or sweet, with variations of toppings and fillings, which includes eggs, banana, sardines and onion.

   Mooncake  is a Chinese bakery product traditionally eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival). The festival is for lunar worship and moon watching, when mooncakes are regarded as an indispensable delicacy. Mooncakes are offered between friends or on family gatherings while celebrating the festival. The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the four most important Chinese festivals. Most mooncakes consist of a thin, tender pastry skin enveloping a sweet, dense filling, and may contain one or more whole salted egg yolks in their center as the symbol of the full moon. Very rarely, mooncakes are also served steamed or fried.