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Education

 Infographic from Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Point 4 on Quality Education illustrates the challenges faced in achieving global education goals. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the world had already missed achieving education targets. It is stated in the infographic that only one in six countries will achieve SDG4 and achieve universal access to quality education. It is estimated that as many as 84 million children and young children will still be out of school, and around 300 million students still do not have the basic reading and writing skills needed to succeed in life. Although school graduation rates are increasing year by year, progress is slowing and global learning rates do not show progress, especially when looking at reading levels at the end of primary school. Enrollment rates in pre-school education also remain stagnant, far from the target of ensuring that all boys and girls have access to quality pre-school education by 2030. Among youth and adults aged 15-64 y...

Analytical Exposition 1

 Instructions: 1. Fill in all required information. 2. Read each question carefully before answering. 3. There is no time limit per question, but try to complete the entire assessment within 60 minutes. Part A: General Comprehension Questions 1. What is meant by analytical exposition text? Answer : An analytical exposition text is a type of text that presents arguments or opinions about a particular topic in a logical and systematic manner. 2. Name two common topics usually discussed in analytical exposition texts. Answer : Social issues, such as   the importance of education and health awareness. 3. What is the purpose of analytical exposition texts? Answer : The primary purpose of this text is to persuade or convince the audience to accept the writer's viewpoint or opinion. Part B: Identify the Text Read the text excerpt below and answer the following questions. The Danger of social Media Social media or social network websites such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Google Pl...

Analytical Exposition 2

Worksheet: Analyzing Analytical Exposition Text Text Title : Social media are bad for teenagers  Instructions: After you watch / read the text or infographic , find its main idea, and make notes about the arguments used in the text. Afterward, draw a conclusion. Main Idea: Most teens nowadays stay connected to the internet, accessing social media the whole time. They spend their time more and more on social media and that has bad impacts, one of which is dependency and decreased social skills.  Argument Notes: (Students are asked to make notes about the arguments used in the text. Include the main arguments and the supporting points used by the author.) a. Argument 1: Firstly, most teens nowadays stay connected to the internet, accessing social media the whole time. Support 1: They always check their social media accounts on their smartphone from the time they wake up in the morning till they go back to sleep at night. Support 2: This “always connected” habit is bad because it...