This paper is essentially a consideration of methodological issues in L2 studies, with a focus on collecting production data in nonnative contexts. It begins with a discussion of past techniques for investigating L2 speech, and then makes a case for new ways of examining the speech of proficient speakers of second language varieties of English … Read more
The purpose of this article is to analyze the limitations and contradictions of agrarian reforms. Basically two types of agrarian reforms are distinguished: reformist and radical. Both types are analysed by drawing on the Chilean experience. The aims and the implementation of each type of agrarian reform are presented before proceeding to their assessment. The … Read more
Author 1 Chen, Roy K. Author 2 Song-Jae Jo Author 3 Lee Za Ong, et al Booming economic prosperity, the restoration of sociopolitical stability, and the rise of disability rights have given Asian countries both impetus and resources to improve quality of life among their citizens with disabilities. This article provides an overview of … Read more
Examines the feasibility of removing economic disparities in developing, multiethnic society within the broader framework of redistribution through growth, by analyzing Malaysia’s development strategy. Provisions of the Malaysian Constitution for reducing interethnic disparities; Changes incorporated in the Malaysian economic policy to achieve economic balance; Impact of government programs on restructuring Malaysian society. Download
When RPK becomes the IGP… By Kit Leee aka AntaresFriday, August 22, 2008 The police said they were looking for documents and any evidence related to the Statutory Declaration signed by the Burmese Doctor from Pusrawi. The raid was is in relation to the sodomy allegation against Anwar Ibrahim where the said doctor who … Read more
Examines the design and implementation of the bumiputra policy, Malaysia’s New Economic Policy, in 1979. Effects on foreign investment; Elevation of the economic and educational status of ethnic Malays; Effort to harness foreign capital to attain the government’s domestic social goals; Goals for social restructuring in the areas of equity ownership, employment and other fields. … Read more
Anwar Ibrahim, KeADILan/Pakatan Rakyat and Me By Din Merican, at Permatang Puah August 19, 2008 Some times some of you wonder why a 69 year old man like me supports and serves Anwar Ibrahim and Parti KeADILanPakatan Rakyat. It is for the satisfaction of getting an occasional e-mail like this one (below) from Dr. Kenny … Read more
document.write(parent.prscreen) The Dissenting Voices Of UiTM Students By Kenny Law August 20, 2008 Do all UiTM students share the same views? If you’ve had any experience with dealing with probability, the answer would certainly be no. To say all UiTM students are insecure or racist or narrow-minded based on the actions of a few thousand … Read more
Talking cock – a part of daily political life? By Patrick Teoh aka Niamah Friday, August 15, 2008 No, cannot do like that. By the way, what did you do ah? But cannot okay? Normally I would have just skipped over something like this. But today’s story on page N14 of The Star just made me … Read more
CIJ: Act against those who attack media personnel by S. Tamarai Chelvi, theSun August 19, 2008 PETALING JAYA (Aug 19, 2008) : The Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) is concerned over the rising number of attacks on media personnel by people alleged to be members or supporters of political parties. “We are disappointed that a … Read more