Final Project Outline

Assignment post 10

Hong Kong

Role of English

1. Explain the role of and use of English in the Country

- How many people speak English?
 
95.2% of Hong Kong's population is using Cantonese and English (38.1%).
some people don't want to use English. Because of Hong Kong's role as former British colony. They knew about it. Historically English was the sole official language of Hong Kong from 1883 to 1974. Chinese become the other language in Hong Kong from 1974 onward.

- How do they study/learn English?

Hong Kong' s education system is similar to English system. And They have great language school system for whose want to learn English.

There are Hong Kong's mainstream four education system.

• 3 years 5 years education for pre-school children
• Six years of elementary education
• 7 years of junior high school education (3 years teaching elementary, middle, and this course of higher education and 2 years 2 years)
• Professional education (bachelor's, bachelor's wealth, professional certifications, advanced diplomas)

 - How is English used in the country (in what ways: business, tourism,                 education, government etc.)?

Hong Kong government, the police, most businesses and shops are also used in combination of two languages. The Chinese are mainly used for the Cantonese.
All government officials, including police officers and immigration officials are required to have a communicative level of English.
In general, shop assistants, restaurant workers and hotel staff in the main tourist areas, such as Central, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui will be competent in English. Menus in restaurants in these areas will also be provided in English. Seeing as tourists are rarely outside these areas, it means English should be spoken throughout your visit.

- Are there any popular English phrases or expressions?

Some words and phrases widely understood in Hong Kong are rare or unheard of elsewhere. These often derive from Chinese, Anglo-Indian or Portuguese/Macanese.

A 'chop' is a seal or stamp, e.g. a "Company chop" is the seal or stamp of a corporation (It actually originates from colonial Indian English.) It is now used in some other Commonwealth countries as a non-official term
A Tai-Pan (or 'taipan') is a term used in the early 20th century for a business executive of a large corporation.
An amah is a term used in early 20th century for a live-in servant (from Macanese/Portuguese- ama nurse); now supplanted by "[domestic] helper"
A 'shroff' is a cashier in a hospital, a government office or a car park (parking garage).
"Godown" is a warehouse From the Malay "gudang".[8]
Nullah is a concrete-lined canal or an re-enforced creek bed used to contain run-off. Nullah entered the English language from Hindi. The word nullah is used almost exclusively in Hong Kong.
Lai see means red packets
'FILTH'/'Filth' (Failed in London, Try Hongkong[9][10]) is a slang expression used to refer to people who look for employment opportunities in Hong Kong after being unsuccessful in looking for a job in the United Kingdom
The word 'seldom' is used instead of 'rarely' in informal English - the word seldom is considered formal in English speaking countries.
A raffle is invariably referred to as a 'lucky draw'.
Jetso ("著數") is sometimes used to mean discount or special offer.[11] Also means pecuniary advantage
'Hong Kong foot', a literal translation of the Chinese slang term "香港腳" for athlete's foot


2. Choose one area of life where English is used and           explain in more detail

- Why is English important in this area?

In the past Hong Kong was British's colony and Free International City. So English was important. Nowadays business people can be good english speaker. And many other country people travel to the this city. Hong Kong is most famous shopping city in the world. People who in tourism,shopping business can be great English skills. It can be combine lots of world shopping people.

- Give examples

English communication is extremely important as Hong Kong is a multi-cultural city and international financial centre with many foreign companies having offices here. A high level of proficiency in English is essential if Hong Kong is to prosper in future years. Mainland cities like Beijing and Shanghai are already overtaking Hong Kong in many respects such as the number of multi-national companies that have moved their headquarters there. Hong Kong's competitiveness is dependant on a high level of English proficiency. As traditional industries fade or move away, tourism is increasingly becoming important for HK's economy. From waiters to shop assistants to taxi drivers the English standard has to rise for business to flourish here.

- Use visuals or media to explain 

<http://www.dreamstime.com/royalty-free-stock-photography-shopping-mall-plaza-hollywood-hong-kong-image22318087>

<http://www.joaocajuda.com/en/hong-kong/>

<http://thehkhub.com/i-live-here/shop/bagging-a-bargain-in-hong-kong/>

http://gohongkong.about.com/od/travelplanner/a/englishinhk.htm
http://www.hkenglish.com/resources/general-blog/files/english-standard-declining-hong-kong.html
http://ko.wikipedia.org/wiki/%ED%99%8D%EC%BD%A9#.EA.B5.90.EC.9C.A1
http://english-courses-hong-kong.tumblr.com/post/12317965592/learn-english-hk
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hong_Kong_English

Homework Blog Post 9

1. How did you feel during the interview?

I did feel nervous. Because I was so afraid camera and I began to stutter. Its strange for me. But my partner, Lucas is kind. So I could good at the Interview. I think lol
And I found his age. Its very shocked to me. Because I was rude in the past. So I feel like Rude Younger Brother. I would like to sorry for my mistakes.
And Sun-Ah didn't feel nervous. I think she was friendly so she can relax during the interview. I think this assignment is good for us. Because It grow up our English skills.


2. What was the most difficult part of assignment?

last week I should go to the hometown, Seoul. And we have time to only Wednesday.  So we had one chance for recording video. Actually I had a first time at recording video something. So everything was awkward. And then the video has my mistakes.  In last Monday When I saw my video. I feel awkward, shy and strange. It so unnatural. And I couldn't think immediately. So I couldn't make good conversation. But Lucas was better me. He got a great communication skills.


3. What are some similarities between your English education and experiences and the         interviewees?

I think so similarities between Korea and China English education. Both country think English education is important. So there was many kinds of education system. And many student has same stress. So They spend the lots of time for studying English in the school. Its whole universe assignment. And Lucas has more experience than me.
But many students has great English skills, conversation and writing. So I' d like to contact to many English contents.

Interview

First - Interviewee's first name : Lucas // Native country : China
          Interviewer's first name : Danny // Native country : Korea
       

Second -  Interviewee's first name : Danny // Native country : Korea
                Interviewer's first name : Lucas // Native country : China

Date of the Interview : 2014.11.12 Wed

Interview Video 1 : 

Interview Video 2 :

Interview Video URL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cS0JcmF7KBQ&index=1&list=UUfW0o6-snBrCPwMJobVyPGw

6th Assignment

< Danny's Question> 

1. What is your name and age? 

 My name is Doo Seok Kim . Danny And 25 Years old.

2. What is your native country and language? 

 I from the Korea And My native language is Korean.

3. When did you start learning English? 

 When I was second grade in the elementary school, I went to the English Academy in the Cathedral. I was learned to from the ESL teacher. That was surprised to their pronunciation, accent, the voice of tone. etc. 

4. How did you learn English? 

 I studied English 3 times a for 1 hour in middle school. But Korean students should to go to the academy for English. So I went to go there, and I learned 2 times a for 2-3 hour in a day. Its long time. Many people think its good to spend the lots of time.

5. How do you feel about speaking English (be honest)

 When I was young before middle school, Its very pleasure to me. Because I love to learn English. But after middle school English class, many people have learned English because of the exam. Only for test. So I was tired. However before 4-5 years ago, I should to pick my department, Then I decided to liked English once again. And I choose the English Department.  Now I want to grow up my English skills. So I like to speaking English.

6. How is important is English in your country?

 I Think Its very Important. Because many Korean wants to be good English speaker like ESL people. And When we want to apply some company they want to know our English skills. English is so friendly our Korean life. So many people should to learn about English.


7. What is the most difficult thing in communicating in English?

 I think we can get to confidence. You can speak to other people, But If you get nervous you cannot think clearly. So we can practice natural communication skills.


8. Why do(did) you learn English?

 English is the most widely used language so that can be considered as a global language. Growing of multinational corporations, speaking English can be useful when apply and work at one of those companies where English will be obviously the first language. And whether you applying for college or getting a job, English is always a prior advantage in getting in.


9. Can you speak any other languages?

 I can speak only English, But I can writing and reading some Japanese. It is basic level. I still makes many mistakes.


10. What do you think is the point of learning another language? 

 It about purpose to learn. We can decided our own purpose. Such as test, get to the job, studying abroad etc. If you don't get the target. you can tired easily. So It should be fun to learn another language.