Written feedback indicates that a vast majority of the participants found the talk by Professor Low Ee Ling to be both entertaining and informative. Professor Low from the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, gave numerous examples of  Singapore English and pointed out the many instances when it varies from Standard British English. One interesting point she made was that standard Singaporean English (not Singlish!) is a variety in its own right, different from  -  but not necessarily "inferior" to  - standard British English. 

The Task Force members had the collective mission to  highlight the key areas hat language evaluators  could or should focus on:  approaches, use of rhetorical devices or figurative language,                 delivery techniques, and  common errors. In wrapping up the workshop, I suggested some novel approaches that could promote the collaboration between language evaluators and the clubs in "win-win ways" to add zest and excitement to meetings.

What's next?

On the cards is another key workshop. 26 February 2005, this one will focus on techniques in making great Manual Speeches. Its over-riding objective is this: to challenge you to make each Manual Speech a personal opportunity for excellence and a joy for all your listeners.

So, watch out for the announcement!!