Thursday, 7 August 2008
introduction 2
It is considered that 'surveillance society' has far more advantages than the draw backs in this complicated society .The use of CCTV is becoming more and more widespread in recent 20 years.In Britain (1996)between 150 and 300 million pounds (225 - 450 million dollars) per year is now spent on a surveillance industry involving an estimated 300,000 cameras . 1
Especially in public spaces ,such as factories, offices, dwelling areas , supermarkets, shopping mall etc, which are closely related to people due to the security requirement, bringing a lots of advantages to the society.Currently a hot issue is that it may bring negative effect by violating individual privacy to install CCTV in public places. However, it is not reasonable to deal with private affairs in these places,and therefore the installation of CCTV is acceptable. The primary purpose is to prevent from possible theft. Meanwhile, it is better to master personnel by this way rather than any thought of violating privacy.This paper will compare the pros and cons about monitors,secondly discuss how to make the objectors to accept the CCTV.
CCTV are set in public other than sneakily functioning to increase sense of safety among common people as well as to threaten potential criminals. When the crime cases happen, it is always the convenient way to replay the video by CCTV to search for any clue. When we get a ticket for running a red light,when no one was around but the camera.It is not just that CCTV may capture our image several hundred times a day, that check-out clerks want to see our loyalty cards in the supermarket or that we need a coded access card to get into the office in the morning. It is that these systems represent a basic, complex infrastructure which assumes that gathering and processing personal data is vital to contemporary living.
References
1.Davies, S 1996 ,Big Brother : 'Britain's web of surveillance and the new technological order', Pan Books, London, p. 183.
Read newspaper and watch TV
I just want to say,Tibat is an inalienable part of the Chinese territory.At last ,I wish 2008 Olympic Games will come to a complete success.
When I come back to home ,I watch BBC 1 and ITV 1 London. This will improve my listening and correct my pronunciation.
My Grammar is good,I won't spend too much time on it.
exercise on class
My written
Children will lose the skills ,how to do arithmetic.Arithmetic should not be insteaded by pocket calculators. Especially for children,they need to learn more basic skills to exploit IQ.In our daily life,we just pay for a coffee,then you bring calculator out to count how many coins should give change.How funny is it!
Teacher's written
They won't be able to deal with the daily business of their lives such as working out discount prices,and checking their change.This could result in these students being cheated out of money.As a result of this, students might feel less confident.This form of mathematical thinking is also extremely important for general development of IQ.
In spite of the same meaning .My expression is not as clear and comprehensive as the Teacher's written .
seminar 2 learning
CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) is a visual surveillance technology designed for monitoring a variety of environments and activities. CCTV systems typically involve a fixed (or "dedicated") communications link between cameras and monitors.
DNA SPECIALIZED deoxyribonucleic acid: the chemical at the centre of the cells of living things, which controls the structure and purpose of each cell and carries the genetic information during reproduction,acquitted,rape .
database : noun [C]a large amount of information stored in a computer system in such a way that it can be easily looked at or changed:We're linked to the on-line database at our head office.
The FutureIP technology will equip police forces with science fiction style tools. Command and control centres will have always on communication with mobile forces to allow location based services, instant suspect reports based on facial recognition technology and devices that support online fingerprint and DNA analysis and matching.
-----cctv crime -----Iraq useless and Morocco in north Arica---biometric database for all moroccans-------------china mainly used for traffic offenses.
-------britain-------DNA----------2dn biggest---lots of media coverage
Privacy
-------Worthwhile sacrafice
---------uncomfortable (because not common in tuir country)
---100%secure ---impossible to hack into the system
----hate cctv in office
IP technology
Criminal can find loopholes in the system
Depends on the specific criminal environment
Tuesday, 5 August 2008
Introduction 1
Background
"We live in a world in which we are dangerously influenced by media images. "To what extent do you agree with this statement.
It is generally agreed that our daily life is influenced in many areas by the media.The media means of mass communication, such as newspapers, magazines, radio, television or broadcasting media .Television is the most powerful medium of all, and influence on our life .
There are many kinds of programmes on TV, such as news,sports,entertainment, cooking, soap operas, documentaries, science and education.Most people spend free time in front of the TV alone or with family members , has become a habit .People should keep a critical yet unbiased eye on the advantages and disadvantages that the television have brought and are going to bring to us .It enrich our life and bring some negative effects at the same time.
Undoubtedly,excessive viewing of television has also been linked to aggressive behaviour, violence, pornographic. Especially, it's harmful to children's Mental Health . According to J. Van Evra, author of Television and Child Development, young children are particularly vulnerable to the influence of commercial advertising.
In this essay, I would like to explain what the media is and then weigh the pros and cons of the influence of television.
Monday, 4 August 2008
Feedback of seminar 2
Sunday, 3 August 2008
Vocabulary
Now,I have remebered them.
some vocabulary about fighting crime with science:
DNA profiling, Biometrics and facial recognition,Police databases, Footprints, CCTV and number plate recognition,Electronic tagging.
some words and phrases about crime
crime motive
crime of corruption
crime of defamation
crime of embezzlement of state property
crime problem
crime rate
crime scence
criminal
criminal abortion
criminal activities
criminal gang
criminal group
criminal intent
criminal law
criminal object
criminal offender
1.accomplice : Any person who takes part in a crime.
2.adult business district : A neighborhood zoned for pornographic bookstores and movie theaters, striptease bars, etc.
3.agricrime : Sort for agricultural crime. The theft of crops and /or farm equipment.“agricultural crime”
4.armed robbery :The act of using a deadly weapon when raking or attempting to take property form another person or party.
5.arrest warrant :A document that orders the arrest of an individual who has been accused with a crime.
6.arson : The crime of intentionally destroying property by the use of fire.
7.assassin : A murderer. A person who sets out to kill someone, esp. a prominent person.
8.assault : The act of attempting or threatening to harm another person.
9.attack dog : A canine dog that has been trained to attack burglars, etc.
11.bail : Money that is deposited with a court in order to secure the release of a defendant while awaiting trial.
12.ballistics : The science of firearms and the study of the motion of bullets.
13.blackmail : The act of threatening to reveal personal information, esp. sexual scandals, in order to extract money.
14.black market : A market place where illegal or hard-to-get items are sold or where money is illegal exchanged.
15.blood money : Money that is paid as retribution for injury, loss of life, vandalism, etc.
16.body bag : A heavy-duty bag that is used to contain a corpse.
17.bomb squad : A team of police who are specially-trained to remove and deactivate bombs.
18.bootlegging : The illegal distribution of items such as alcohol, drugs, firearms, etc.
19.break-in : It looks like you are the victim of a break-in.
20.bribery : The act of offering, giving, or taking bribes.
21.bucket shop : (Also called “telephone boiler room.”) An office that is used to promote worthless land or securities by mail or through telemarketing.
22.bug : To use electronic listening devices to listen in on the conversations of others.
23.bum rap : Steve served six months jail time on a bum rap.
24.burglary : The act of breaking into a home, building, etc. with the intent to steal from it.
25.car bangers : Thieves who steal form automobiles.
26.career criminal : A person who makes a living from crime.
27.child abuse : The physical and verbal mistreatment of children.
28.chop shop : A shop where criminals take apart stolen cars and sell the parts.
29.cocaine : A powerful stimulant drug.
30.computer cleaner : A person who, for a price, clean computer files of unfavorable financial credit information of others.
31.con artist : A person who is skilled at convincing others of believing in fraudulent schemes.
32.con game : Any fraudulent scheme
33.convict : A person found guilty of a felony and confined in a prison.
34.counterfeit : To illegally reproduce a copy of money, postage stamps, bonds, etc.
35.credit-card fraud : The attempted use of a credit to obtain goods or services with the intention of avoiding payment.
36.crime of passion : Murder that resulted form the infidelity of a lover; Murder committed in the heat of rage.
37.Crime rate : The number of reported crimes per specified number of the population.
38.criminal : A person who has violated a criminal law.
39.date rape :A rape that is committed by a woman’s date.
40.deadly weapon : Any object, or instrument that is capable of being used to kill.
41.death penalty :Punishment by death, that is imposed in a legal manner.
42.death row : A cell block reserved for convicts awaiting execution.
43.defendant : A person who has been charged with a crime
44.domestic violence : Violence toward a family member, including child abuse or wife beating.
45.drug abuse : The excessive and compulsive use of drugs to the point of damaging one’s health.
46.drug king (czar) : The person who controls the production, transportation and selling of drug in an area.
47.drunk driving :Driving while under the influence of alcohol.
48.edp crimes : Electronic data-processing crime; criminal offenses committed using computer technology.
49.embezzlement : The illegal misappropriation of funds entrusted to one’s care.
50.first-degree murder : Premeditated murder.
51.forensic medicine : The use of medicine in solving legal problems.
52.forgery :The act of creating a document, either written or printed, with the intent to defraud. Forgery also covers counterfeiting, or producing fake signatures, works of art, etc.
53. gamble : To bet or wager money on games of chance, races, etc.
54.gang : A group of people organized to achieve some common goal. Gangs are often involved in drugs, violence, money lending, prostitution, etc.
55.hijack :To seize control of an airplane, boat, automobile, etc.
56.hit-and-run :An automobile accident in which the driver fails to stop and identify himself or herself. The term “hit-and-run” may also be applied to such a driver.
57.hold-up : The act of robbing someone at gunpoint.
58.homcide : The act of killing someone.
59.hot wire :To electrically start a vehicle without using an ignition key.
60.impulse crime : Crimes such as shoplifting, raping, vandalizing, etc. that are done on an impulse.
61.juvenile delinquency :Criminal behavior by adolescents and children.
62.labor racketeering :Corrupt practices and organized crime that involve organized labor.
63.larceny :The stealing of another person’s property.
64.libel : Written defamation.
65.Mafia : A secret society that originated in Italy in the 1860’s. The Mafia now widespread, and is focused on power and profit.
66.mail fraud : The using of the mail system to defraud the public.
67.manhunt : An organized search to catch a criminal or an escapee.
68.mass murderer : A murderer who kills many people.
69.money laundering : The act of concealing the source of funds for the purpose of tax evasion and fraud.
70.mule : A person used to transport drugs or contraband from one place to another.
71.organized crime : A term used to describe underworld societies such as the Mafia who deal in crimes such as gambling, narcotics, and prostitution.
72.parole : A conditional release of an offender from confinement before the expiration of his or her sentence. The offender is usually placed under the guidance of a parole officer.
73.penitentiary : Lee is serving his sentence down at the penitentiary.
74.perjury : The crime of willingly giving false information while under oath.
75.pickpocket : A thief who is skilled in stealing items from other people’s pockets.
76.pilice brutality : The act of using excessive physical force by police or other law enforcement officers.
77.police corruption : The misuse of police power in return for favors of gain.
78.pornoshop :A shop or bookstore that sells pornographic materials.
79.prison break : An escape from prison involving violence by one or more prisoners.
80.property crime :Auto theft, burglary, larceny, etc.
81.serial killer :A murder who commits a series of killings, usually with distinct similarities in the murders.
82.sin tax :Tax that is imposed on cigarettes, liquor, gambling, etc.
83.skid row :A rundown section of a city characterized by drunkards living on the street.
84.slush fund :Money that is used to bribe public politicians and other influential officials
85.statutory rape :Sexual intercourse with a female who has consented, but who is legally incapable of consent because she is underage.
86.suicide pact :An agreement between two or more persons to commit suicide together.
87.suicide season :The Christmas season when many lonely people feel isolated and take their own lives.
88.tax evasion :The illegal attempt by a taxpayer to avoid paying his or her taxes.
89.vandalism :The defacement or destruction of public or private property.
90.vice squad :Plain clothes policeman who work undercover to detect crime.
91.vigilante :A person or group who takes the responsibility of a law enforcement officer into their won hands.
92.war crime :Crimes that violate the customs and laws of war.
93.white-collar crime :Crimes committed by persons in businesses including expense-account padding, stealing office supplies, price-fixing, product fraud, etc.
Friday, 1 August 2008
some good senteces from Harvard in English and then translate
(此刻打盹,你将做梦;而此刻学习,你将圆梦。)
2. I leave uncultivated today, was precisely yesterday perishes tomorrow which person of the body implored.
(我荒废的今日,正是昨日殒身之人祈求的明日。)
3. Thought is already is late, exactly is the earliest time.
(觉得为时已晚的时候,恰恰是最早的时候。)
4. Now drips the saliva, will become tomorrow the tear.
(现在淌的哈喇子,将成为明天的眼泪。)
5. Time the study pain is temporary, has not learned the pain is life-long.
(学习时的苦痛是暂时的,未学到的痛苦是终生的。)
6. Nobody can casually succeed, it comes from the thorough self-control and the will.
(谁也不能随随便便成功,它来自彻底的自我管理和毅力。
7. Perhaps happiness does not arrange the position, but succeeds must arrange the position.
(幸福或许不排名次,但成功必排名次。)
8. The study certainly is not the life complete. But, since continually life part of - studies also is unable to conquer, what but also can make?
(学习并不是人生的全部。但,既然连人生的一部分——学习也无法征服,还能做什么呢?)
9. Please enjoy the pain which is unable to avoid.
(请享受无法回避的痛苦。)
10. Only has compared to the others early, diligently, can feel the successful taste.
(只有比别人更早、更勤奋地努力,才能尝到成功的滋味.)
Research on new technologies in fighting crime
New technology targets traditional crime
Moving the BattlegroundThe average European is less likely to be a victim of crime than ten years ago. The statistics for the UK alone suggest a 41 per cent drop¹. Many experts attribute a large part of this improvement to the impact of new technologies.Improvements include:
- Collection, validation, evaluation, and sharing of data from local, regional, national, and international sources;
- Storage and cross-referencing of crime scene information, such as DNA and eye-witness reports;
- Situational awareness with effective communication and real-time information sharing;
- Public safety and security coverage from IP CCTV and wireless networks;

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Wednesday, 30 July 2008
Introduce myself

I come from China. I 'm 22 years old. My character is introversion, active, adaptable, aggressive , considerate, cooperative , frank , friendly .
I just graduated from Dongbei University Of Finace and Economics on June 27. My previous study are economic journalism and accouting.I have two degrees.In China, I participated in the art competition ,such as singing and a speech, and won the honor.
Now I came to London Metropolitan University for MA management.Because I will go back to do business or enter politics. I think management plays an important role in every walk of life.
I will study hard and then to be a successful people.
I love the weather here ,not too hot in summer and not too cold in winter. The people are very friendly and courteous.There are many kinds of food .I have been there for two weeks,and I adapt quickly to the new environment.I hope I am going to have a marvelous time in London.
Monday, 28 July 2008
answer Steve's questions
I think speaking is worse than writing.
-Do you think that doing lots and lots of grammar exercises is the best way to improve your grammar?
Yes, I think so.Some classes were given by the older teacher. It was effective for me.
-Can you think of any other activities that you could do without having to pick up a grammar book?
To read newspaper,see flims,watch tv,have a look at magazines.I should pay more attention on words and sentences in the daily life .
-How do you think you've learnt the grammar you already know well?
During the grammar texts and exercises, then I will know which part is already,and which part doesn't know well.
-Can you find some online exercises to help you with your grammar weaknesses. Please put a link to anything you find, then do the exercise, and paste into your blog any sentences/phrases you got wrong or would like to remember.
Homework Date7.29 Page 18
0.'The death penalty should be used to deal with muderers.' To what exten do you agree with this sttement?
some people consider that....(the law should restrict humanity)
1.'The police should take a tougher stance on dealing with youth crime.'
It is generally agreed that...(juveniles commit crimes can be effective controlled during good education.)
2.Fast food should be banned in all school canteens.
A common viewpoint is that...(fast food is unhealthy for students.)
3.University education should be free for all
It is widely believed that...(higher education fees are too expensive for most people.)
Friday, 25 July 2008
semina 1 learning
as follows:
Part 1 : Television viewing habits around the world
1.In this semina, I learnt televison viewing habits in different countries.
France,Iraq,Thailand and China.most people in these countries spend three to six hours on TV.About 60% people in Irap and Thailand stay at home ,not go to work,so they spend more time on TV.It is diffenrt from China and France.
2.The kinds of programmes people watch
For examples: soap opera , a current affairs , sports, news, a nature programmes, a game show, documentary, science and educational programmes ,music programmes, a series of stories.
Part 2 Television images
1.the disscusion on whether reality TV show reality.
three people think it is reality,and the other two don't think so.In my opinion, some reality TV show are not reality.Because it supported by sponsors,who want to make someone win,so they maybe control something. If the government participate in ,we won't have the power of decision. But some of my classmates don't understand the meaning of TV show,they just talk about the reality on TV,not reality TV show, so we have some differneces.
2.Can they influece the we think and behave.
We have the same opinion .Whether we want to be thin,to buy products or to commit violence is depends on our mind,not TV images. We are not children ,so we can analyze and judge them whether is effective like that ,especially for advertisements.
Part 3:The future for televison and televison viewers
1.The hot issue is " should it be taught in schools?"
At the beginning,half people in my grouper were disagree .They thought it should not.During a hot debate , they accepted our viewpoint.
Children
It's necessary taht media literacy should be taugt in schools.The need to increase media competence and understanding among young people has never been greater. Not only is the amount of information vast, the way information is presented is changing constantly. If children are to understand the world in which they live, it is essential that they are able to think critically about what they see and hear.All children develop differently. When viewing television, different children extract varied meanings based on background, culture and maturity. At each of these individual stages, children’s understanding of what they watch, hear, see or compute will change along with their physical, emotional and developmental characteristics. Most parents don't have enough time to teach their children,so school will assume the duties.
preparation for seminar 1
1.How much TV people watch?
About 100 TV .some of them are free ,others are need to pay. In China ,if you want to add channels ,it is very cheap, which is 25 yuan per month.
2.The kinds of programmes people watch
For examples: soap opera , a current affairs , sports, news, a nature programmes, a game show, documentary, science and educational programmes ,music programmes, a series of stories.
3.How television viewing habits changed in the last 20 years
the types of programmes are simple and boring. people waited in front of television for those several programmes. it only took only a few hours .with the development of media,different kinds of types are pouring out.people have more choices to choose attractive programmes. a of people who like to sit on sofa with crisp change more fat. In the current critical climate,people aren't just watching TV, they also make any commentary on media .
4.The positive/negative effects that these television viewing habits may have on our lives.
f.g news media
Recently the negative impacts of the news media have aroused some people’s concern. On one hand, some people contend that the news media are distorting people’s real thought, and impose unrealistic descriptions on people’s minds. In other words, the over-commercialized news media tend to provide people with false or exaggerated stories. On the other hand, still others believe that news media sometimes have an unsatisfying occupational discipline and undesirable professional morality. The editors of newspapers and TV stations sometimes even invent false stories to attract more attention and audience, regardless what the real situation is. That is the simple reason why millions of people are losing their faith in news media.
However, if we take a close look at the functions of news media more objectively, we can easily find out its advantages. First and foremost, with the popularization of the news media, we are able to acquire first-hand knowledge and information on what is happening all over the world. I believe that the majority of the journalists and reporters are professionally well-trained, therefore can perform their duties with justice. In addition, news media can play the role of an educator. Not only could people get to know all the details from the news reportage, which will indirectly enrich viewers’ social and life experience, but more importantly, most news media also have colourful educational columns, which will enable viewers to receive education in specialized fields.
In my view, although news media are never without their demerits such as cheating information, overstatement of product’s functions and so on, it is still a driving force of modern civilization. Their demerits can be removed step by step when some feasible measures are adopted. If we take an objective view of the news media, we can easily recognize that it is not only informative but also educational.
Television images
1. How real are the images we see on TV?Does reality TV show reality? Who controls the images we see on TV?Can they influence the way we think and behave,for example making us want to be thin,to buy products or commit violence?
It's hard to say how real it is.I think reality TV show doesn't reality.Because it supported by sponsors,they want to make someone win,so they maybe control something.If the government participate in ,we won't have the power of decision.
Nothing has received more praise and abuse than the news media. The 21st century has witnessed the development of mass media, from the popularity of the newspaper to the prosperity of the Internet.
prevailing is the news media that nobody can avoid being influenced by it. When it comes to the functions of the news media, people hold divergent views. In this essay, I will analyze the functions of the news media and then present my personal viewpoint.sometimes when some advertisements are shown,we should judge them whether is effective like that .
2. Do you think that television images reinforce or challenge stereotypes? in your group,try to list any stereotypes which you think are common on TV and any specific examples of each from programmes you know.Can stereotypes on TV be avoided?
Media stereotypes are inevitable, especially in the advertising, entertainment and news industries, which need as wide an audience as possible to quickly understand information. Stereotypes act like codes that give audiences a quick, common understanding of a person or group of people—usually relating to their class, ethnicity or race, gender, sexual orientation, social role or occupation.
But stereotypes can be problematic. They can:
reduce a wide range of differences in people to simplistic categorizations
transform assumptions about particular groups of people into "realities"
be used to justify the position of those in power
perpetuate social prejudice and inequality
the future for television and television viewers
1.How important is media literacy?Should it be taught in schools?
In today’s multi-media society, media competence is increasingly important. A media literate society knows where to find the information it needs and how to identify the economic, political, social, commercial and cultural interests that generated it. This section of the site defines media literacy and its key principles and lists other useful sources of information.
Yes, it should be taught in schools.
Children
The need to increase media competence and understanding among young people has never been greater. Not only is the amount of information vast, the way information is presented is changing constantly. If children are to understand the world in which they live, it is essential that they are able to think critically about what they see and hear.
All children develop differently. When viewing television, different children extract varied meanings based on background, culture and maturity.
At each of these individual stages, children’s understanding of what they watch, hear, see or compute will change along with their physical, emotional and developmental characteristics.
so it should be taught in school.
2. What should the main purpose of TV be?To entertain?To inform? To educate? To sell?To show reality?or to help people escape reality?
The purpose is to spread informations.It includes entertainment,education,advertisement,showing the difference between reality and fantasy world.
3.How do you think TV will develop over the next twenty years?
I think it will contract with internet more closely. Now ,digital television begin to be popular,programmes from every areas have widely developed.In the next twenty years ,the TV must follow with the varying society,it should avoid to eliminated .
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
Reading at home
In today’s multi-media society, media competence is increasingly important. A media literate society knows where to find the information it needs and how to identify the economic, political, social, commercial and cultural interests that generated it. This section of the site defines media literacy and its key principles and lists other useful sources of information.
- infants
- toddlers
- Pre-schoolers
- Primary school children
- Adolescents
At each of these individual stages, children’s understanding of what they watch, hear, see or compute will change .
children must be able to interpret critically;
“Perhaps the most important characteristic of critical viewing is the ability to think critically about viewing .