Aikido 1: Aikido, which is Japanese means "The way of harmony" is first and foremost a martial art. Aikido was founded by Ueshiba Morihei (O sensei) in the early twentieth century and has now grown to be one of the world's most popular martial arts. The concept of aikido is "harmonizing" with the attacker. At its most basic level, aikido is a system of throwing, joint-locking, striking and pinning techniques. In practical terms, an exponent of aikido will use the force of an attack against their aggressor. Aikido also offers a path of personal discovery and character improvement. At its higher levels, it is an effective discipline for the development, integration and utilization for all power human-physical, mental and spiritual. Aikido 1 covers history, philosophy and basic techniques.
This course is for students who are going to attempt the Malaysian University English Test and for those who need help with their basic English proficiency.
The course introduces the historical context of international communication and examines different approaches to the field. Students will learn about the increasing effects of globalization and discuss a range of theories that deal with inter- and transnational communication practices, from cultural studies to systems theory to big data models and theories of digital citizenship. It also addresses the implications for politics and international relations and the need to develop new frameworks for transnational data policy, as well as the controversies surrounding the access to and the regulation of information.
This
course will introduce the art, technology, language, and appreciation of film,
exploring the varieties of film experience, film and the other arts, and the
ways of viewing.
This
course will introduce the art, technology, language, and appreciation of film,
exploring the varieties of film experience, film and the other arts, and the
ways of viewing.
Art Appreciation, is a general elective course which provides a basis for observing, understanding, and enjoying art. Its content covers a broad range of topics related to art. It provides is an exploration of visual art forms and their cultural connections for the student with little experience in the visual arts. Also, this course includes a brief study of art history and in depth studies of the elements, media, and methods used in creative processes and thought.
Communication Skills for Job Search - G0131
Communication Skills for Job Search - G0131
Welcome students,
This Moodle is mainly to provide support to all of you who registered for the G0131 course, semester 2020/04. In view of the Movement Control Order (MCO) that has been extended until 28 April 2020, unfortunately, our classes couldn't be conducted as normal hence we are opted to depend on the online lessons (until further notice from the university).
Please make sure to log on to your Moodle to see the updated files. You also have to participate in the quizzes through Moodle (the date and time will be confirmed later). Follow through the pre-recorded video that will be uploaded within 24hours for each scheduled class.
Kindly bear in mind, for any changes in the teaching method (such as opting to the Zoom application, Google Meet or Skype (if the lecturer finds it necessary), an email will be sent to all students prior to the class. (our class will happen on each Tuesday starting from 14 April 2020 onwards). Your attendance will be recorded once you access each video from each week. Make sure not to skip any video.
You are able to access:- Slides (pdf file)
- Pre-recorded videos (will be uploaded within 24hours from the scheduled class)
- Assignments details
- Quizzes (date&time TBC)
The course focus on the fundamental concepts and theories in management, provides necessary theoretical foundation for students to study in other related courses.
Design Management study prepares students to create, manage, and lead design in process-driven organizations by providing perspectives on business, operations, sustainability, management, leadership, entrepreneurship, design innovation, and design research. The aim of the course is to understand the design process, and its management, and stages of design, effects of procurement options, action plans, organisation, project culture, defining tasks, planning and control, evaluation and management of information, essential actions. Also, to answer questions and provide possible solutions to delegates current project work issues.
This course presents an introduction to the MATLAB software environment. Moreover, it introduces simple and common approaches, structures, and conventions for creating and evaluating easy computer programs useful in many discipline areas.
To sign up for this course, use key Success2021
A study by the Council
for Industry and Higher Education (Archer, W. and Davison, J. 2008.) found that
employers hire more on the basis of “soft skills” (communication, team-working,
integrity, confidence, character, planning and decision-making skills) than on
“hard skills” developed in one’s major. The course focuses on research,
discussion and application of success principles and strategies and related
“soft skills” of such award-winning authors as Dr. Stephen Covey (7 Habits of
Highly Successful People), Dr. Clayton Christensen (The Innovator’s Dilemma),
and Dale Carnegie (How to Win Friends & Influence People).
Objectives:
1. To provide students with an understanding of key “soft skills” and principles to achieve success in life and career, and the motivation to begin applying those principles as students at XMUM.
2. To use real-life examples in training students how to apply these principles in practical ways in their personal and professional lives.
3. To encourage students to establish their own mission statements, their own long-term goals, and their own steppingstone goals and strategies for achieving their long-term goals.
Among other learning activities, students will watch video presentations created by world-renown success strategists, discuss those strategies in class, and make a weekly entry into their own self-reflective journal, reviewing the most important concepts they learned that week and how they can be applied in their own lives.Art Appreciation, is a general elective course which provides a basis for observing, understanding, and enjoying art. Its content covers a broad range of topics related to art. It provides is an exploration of visual art forms and their cultural connections for the student with little experience in the visual arts. Also, this course includes a brief study of art history and in depth studies of the elements, media, and methods used in creative processes and thought.
The purpose of the course is to equip undergraduate
students from any disciplines with knowledge and awareness about the
Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and how these goals are connected to our
everyday life and your areas of study, with particular emphasis on the crucial
role of education in promoting these goals.
This course provides an examination of theories, methods of investigation and current developments in the area of interpersonal communication, and focuses on the process of interpersonal communication as a dynamic and complex system of interactions. It stresses the importance of understanding and of applying interpersonal communication theory in work and social relationships
This course will introduce to basic drama knowledge, give acting skills training and provide opportunities for students to perform on stage. It emphasizes the improvement of motivation in English learning and a variety of abilities which are needed for daily study, work and life. It consists of five main components: basic drama knowledge, performance skills, understanding of English plays, development of team spirit, and effective acquisition of language and performance theories. It aims at improving students’ abilities of expression, cooperation, appreciation in aesthetics, creation, cognition, understanding English.
The Learning Outcomes of this course:
1. Demonstrate basic knowledge on drama/theater and acting skills.
2. Demonstrate appropriate reading and writing skills in English.
3. Show ability to self-confidently and properly perform plays in English.
This file is opened for those students who are taking the online class. All materials such as lecture notes (slides), video recording, assignments details and etc can be accessed through this file. The material for online students is slightly different from the physical classes as they couldn't participate in in-class activities.
This
course will introduce the art, technology, language, and appreciation of film,
exploring the varieties of film experience, film and the other arts, and the
ways of viewing.