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Crime and Punishment

This entry is a reflection on the topic of crime and punishment, which is essential to understanding how societies create justice and maintain order. The theme explores the causes of criminal behavior, the legal consequences of committing crimes, and the role of punishment in preventing future offenses. Crime refers to any action that breaks the law and causes harm to people, property, or society. Punishment is the legal penalty given to someone who commits a crime. Common punishments include fines, imprisonment, community service, or, in extreme cases, life sentences. The goal of punishment is not only to penalize but also to discourage others from committing similar acts. Justice systems around the world try to ensure that punishments are fair and match the seriousness of the crime. However, many factors such as poverty, education, inequality, and mental health influence crime rates and how justice is applied. That is why critical thinking is important when analyzing these issues in ...
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Critical Thinking and Media Literacy

This entry is based on the interactive reading and grammar material from the Zajuna platform. It explores how we develop critical thinking through media literacy and how language—like tag questions—helps us understand and question the messages we receive from the media. **Media literacy** is the ability to analyze and evaluate the messages communicated through mass media. Media includes television, music, advertisements, the internet, news, video games, and even social media. All media contains a message, and sometimes that message is not as neutral or honest as it appears to be. With **critical thinking**, we look beyond the surface and ask questions like: - Who created this message and why? - What values or ideologies are being promoted? - Is the content real, or is it being edited or manipulated? Media literacy teaches us to double-check what we see or hear. For example, in advertisements, we might miss hidden messages that promote stereotypes or unrealistic beauty standards. Emotio...
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Attitudes, Beliefs, and Obligations in Context

 This audio presents ideas about attitudes, beliefs, and obligations in academic and work environments. It explores how personal values influence our behavior, communication, and decisions. Through this activity, I practiced my speaking skills while reflecting on important concepts related to responsibility and professionalism in different contexts. 🎧  Click here to listen to the audio on Spreaker
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Job Application Letter

This is a formal job application letter I wrote to apply for a 3D Animator position at Pixar Company. In the letter, I present my background as a trainee in the 3D Animation Technology program and highlight my experience in character design, 3D modeling, and animation using tools like Blender and Maya. I also express my passion for storytelling and creativity, and explain why I would be a great fit for a professional animation team. Writing this letter helped me strengthen my skills in formal communication in English.  Norli castro  Liliana Abbad Subject: Application for 3D Animator Position Dear Liliana Abbad. I hope this message finds you well. My name is Norli Patricia Castro De La Cruz, and I am writing to express my interest in the 3D Animator position at pixar Company. I am currently enrolled in the 3D Animation Technology Program, where I have developed the skills necessary to produce high-quality digital content for products and services in the industry. I am seeking t...
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Job Interview Simulation – Video

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 In this video, I simulate a job interview in English. It helped me to practice how to answer typical questions, express my skills and talk about my work experience and goals. This activity was part of my English training.
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Touristic Places in Barranquilla

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  This video shows some of the most popular and beautiful touristic places in Barranquilla. It was created as part of a speaking activity to improve fluency and cultural expression in English.
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My Learning Path Through English

 This blog is a reflection of my learning journey in English throughout the training process. It includes videos, audios, documents and written reflections on topics such as work, travel, values, and communication. Each entry represents an opportunity to practice and apply the language in real-life and academic contexts.
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