Project 1A: CASE STUDY (GROUP)
For this particular task, students are to read Jahn Gehl’s Life Between Buildings (Chapter 1). Subsequently, the students are to examine patterns of social activities in a city (foreign city to be provided by instructor*) and identify ‘contact points’. They are to classify the varying degrees of contact intensity. Students are expected to research for information from publications and other relevant sources.
Submission Requirements : Two (2) A3 size illustrated diagrams of the city Identifying Contact points (minimum of 5) and intensity accompanied with an introduction of the city and images.
Our group has been assigned to Preah Ang Eng, Phnom Penh, Cambodia as our study target.
Project 1B: CASE STUDY (GROUP)
Part 2 of the project requires students to write a comparative analysis essay based on findings from case study (Part 1) and local site research (Studio). Students are to examine similarities and dissimilarities based on the patterns of social activities, types of ‘contact points’. And the varying degrees of contact intensity between the two cities. A comparative analysis essay is a commonly used type of writing assignment where students are require to critically analyze any two subjects, finding and pointing out their similarities and/or dissimilarities. Students are expected to research for information from publications, internet and other relevant sources. For local site, students are expected to conduct own site observation (Studio)
Submission Requirements : 2000 words comparative analysis essay
Project 2: SYNOPSIS
Subsequent to each thematic lecture, students are required to submit a synopsis in the form of a reaction paper. Its aim is for the students to read a selected reading in relation to the theme that has been discussed in class for the week and submit a reaction paper to the text. There will be a total to 3 synopses. A reaction or response paper requires the writer to analyze a text, then develop commentary related to it. It requires thoughtful reading, research and writing. It should identify the key points highlighted in the text and then focus on your personal perspective on issues raised through the text. In addition to your personal perspective, you should identify experiences or insights that have shaped your perspective.
Submission Requirements : -The reaction paper should be at least 300 words (not to exceed 1 page of A4 size) – use the
attached given template.
-Type-written, Arial narrow 12 pts, 1 ½ - spacing.