Applied English Language Studies: Further Explorations (ENG2601)
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ENG2601 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 (155291) - 24 June 2024; 100% TRUSTED workings, explanations and solutions. for assistance Whats-App 0.6.7..1.7.1..1.7.3.9 .......... Read the extract from a media statement below and answer the questions that follow.
MEC David Maynier launches #BackOn...
The media statement issued by MEC David Maynier on the launch of the #BackOnTrack
campaign represents a well crafted narrative employing both diction and register to
decisively persuade the reader about the urgent need for interventions to reverse learning
losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The effective use of language and tone
throughout the statement plays a crucial role in emphasizing the gravity of the situation and
mobilizing support from various stakeholders.
The statement begins with the announcement of the campaign, highlighting its magnitude
through terms such as “massive” and “big, bold intervention.” These adjectives immediately
convey the scale and significance of the initiative, setting the tone for the rest of the text.
By using such impactful language at the start, the writer aims to capture the reader's
attention and underscore the seriousness of the issue at hand.
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The media statement issued by MEC David Maynier on the launch of the
#BackOnTrack campaign represents a well crafted narrative employing both diction
and register to decisively persuade the reader about the urgent need for interventions
to reverse learning losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The effective use of
language and tone throughout the statement plays a crucial role in emphasizing the
gravity of the situation and mobilizing support from various stakeholders.
The statement begins with the announcement of the campaign, highlighting its
magnitude through terms such as “massive” and “big, bold intervention.” These
adjectives immediately convey the scale and significance of the initiative, setting the
tone for the rest of the text. By using such impactful language at the start, the writer
aims to capture the reader's attention and underscore the seriousness of the issue at
hand.
The phrase “reverse Covid-19 learning losses” succinctly encapsulates the core
objective of the campaign. The term "reverse" suggests a proactive and corrective
approach, anchoring the narrative around a tangible goal that indicates improvement
and progress. This choice of word conveys hope and direction, making the campaign's
aim clear and compelling. Additionally, referring to the pandemic as an ongoing
concern, despite it being officially over, reinforces the lasting impact it has had on
education. This framing ensures that readers understand the persistent effects of the
pandemic, reinforcing the necessity for immediate and sustained action.
To further illustrate the severity of the problem, the writer presents stark statistics from
their 2022 systemic test results for Mathematics and Reading. Phrases like “learning
outcomes fell off a cliff” create powerful imagery that dramatizes the decline in
educational performance. Such diction effectively conveys a sense of alarm and
urgency, compelling readers to recognize the dire need for intervention. The terms
“systemic test results” and “basic pass score” lend an aura of objectivity and scientific
rigor to the findings, which bolsters the credibility of the campaign and its proposed
measures.
Expanding on the dire situation, the writer states that “more than half of our Grade 3,
6, and 9 learners cannot achieve the basic pass score for Mathematics and Reading.”
This specific breakdown of affected grades personalizes the issue, making it more
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and reference purposes ONLY. No part of this document may be reproduced, resold or transmitted in any
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