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2. Statement of the Problem & Proposal Assertions or Assumptions of the Study Statement of the Thesis Background & Urgency of the Problem On-time submission of homework in AIU vary among students Homework is not always submitted on time AiU students are from various cultures with various ways of time management Previous methods to increase on-time homework submission have failed Poor homework time management can affect academic performance On-time submission of homework in AIU vary among students Homework is not always submitted on time AiU students are from various cultures with various ways of time management Previous methods to increase on-time homework submission have failed Poor homework time management can affect academic performance In two weeks, I will submit an A3-sized poster with 7 pictures showing 6 steps to increase on-time submission of homework. AiU students from various cultures can understand examples shown in pictures Pictures can guide students in managing homework time A poster display in each hostel room can improve the frequency of on-time homework completion and submission. Hofstede’s time theory (Mindtools, 2013) and the bottoms-up management principle (Mindtools, 2013) can help increase the on-time submission of homework and assignments.Mindtools, 2013 AiU students from various cultures can understand examples shown in pictures Pictures can guide students in managing homework time A poster display in each hostel room can improve the frequency of on-time homework completion and submission. Hofstede’s time theory (Mindtools, 2013) and the bottoms-up management principle (Mindtools, 2013) can help increase the on-time submission of homework and assignments.Mindtools, 2013 Using principles in Hofstede’s time management theory and the bottoms-up management principle to design, distribute, and implement a visual poster guide can increase the frequency on-time homework completion in AIU by 100% in less than 30 days. Zhang Zhiguang (Noah), Zuola Village, ChengGuan Town, Gansu Province 747500 China (zhang.zhiguang.noah@gmail.com) The Utilization of Hofstede’s Time Management Theory as Techniques to Increase The Frequency On-time Homework Completion in AiU: A Theoretical Proposal G05 SHL1013 Professional English (30 November 2013) Theoretical Background Theoretical Application Proposed Poster Design Hofstede’s theory claims that time management can be considered as the process by which a person more effectively accomplishes tasks and goals (Hofstede, 1996, para. 05).Hofstede, 1996, para. 05 The principle of bottom-up management claims that time management skill is more successful if these steps are used by all the students (Mindtools, 2013, para, 02).Mindtools, 2013, para, 02 Hofstede’s theory claims that time management can be considered as the process by which a person more effectively accomplishes tasks and goals (Hofstede, 1996, para. 05).Hofstede, 1996, para. 05 The principle of bottom-up management claims that time management skill is more successful if these steps are used by all the students (Mindtools, 2013, para, 02).Mindtools, 2013, para, 02 The problem of late homework submission can be explained and submitted for approval by AIU students who are considered as influencers (Brookes, 2012).Brookes, 2012 On-time submission of homework as benefits can help convince the AiU influencers to distribute the posters (Week 3) and to implement the program (Week 4) (Expressbloomington, 2013).Expressbloomington, 2013 The problem of late homework submission can be explained and submitted for approval by AIU students who are considered as influencers (Brookes, 2012).Brookes, 2012 On-time submission of homework as benefits can help convince the AiU influencers to distribute the posters (Week 3) and to implement the program (Week 4) (Expressbloomington, 2013).Expressbloomington, 2013 Methodology Section explain: This section contains a step-by-step instruction that others can follow to reproduce the same results. The steps clearly show how the proposed poster’s contents and design were planned, selected, and arranged. Section photos: Select relevant photos which match with steps from internet. Section steps: 1. Goal setting First picture describes first step to lead AiU students to set a specific goal. 2. Carry a schedule: Second picture describes second steps Action: make a time table for the class and for the deadline of assignments Outcome: students will clearly know when they should submit 3. To do lists Action: list down the daily tasks Outcome: students will be able to finish the tasks within time limit. 4. Prioritize Action: Highlight what is important and what is urgent on the lists Outcome: students will be able to complete the urgent tasks first and finish the important tasks well. 5. Do essential tasks: Action: prioritize the tasks and do the quality works. Outcome: student will do some smart studies to perform well and in the meantime to improve their skills. 6. Sleep on time: Action: Set 6 hours per day for sleeping from 12am to 6am. Outcome: student will have at least 16 hours for their daily tasks to plan them very well. Section explain: This section contains a step-by-step instruction that others can follow to reproduce the same results. The steps clearly show how the proposed poster’s contents and design were planned, selected, and arranged. Section photos: Select relevant photos which match with steps from internet. Section steps: 1. Goal setting First picture describes first step to lead AiU students to set a specific goal. 2. Carry a schedule: Second picture describes second steps Action: make a time table for the class and for the deadline of assignments Outcome: students will clearly know when they should submit 3. To do lists Action: list down the daily tasks Outcome: students will be able to finish the tasks within time limit. 4. Prioritize Action: Highlight what is important and what is urgent on the lists Outcome: students will be able to complete the urgent tasks first and finish the important tasks well. 5. Do essential tasks: Action: prioritize the tasks and do the quality works. Outcome: student will do some smart studies to perform well and in the meantime to improve their skills. 6. Sleep on time: Action: Set 6 hours per day for sleeping from 12am to 6am. Outcome: student will have at least 16 hours for their daily tasks to plan them very well. Projected Challenges & Solutions References About the Writer Timeline & Implementation Strategy Week 2 – Action: The ten areas in a FSP & ICT classroom that requires most attention will be identified and a five step studying & arrangement guide is formulated to fit the needs of these ten areas. Week 3 - Action: Student government officials will reproduce and print out 30 posters to paste one poster in each FSP & ICT classroom. Week 4 - Action: Selected seniors will use a 10-point rubric to assess the punctuality of each classmates and on-time completion of homework and assignments at least one for a week. Week 5 – Action: An implementation schedule and names of lecturers are posted beside each poster. Week 6 – Action: Penalties and rewards are added to the announcement. Week 7 – Action: A weekly record will measure the frequency of punctuality and on-time homework submission. Week 2 – Action: The ten areas in a FSP & ICT classroom that requires most attention will be identified and a five step studying & arrangement guide is formulated to fit the needs of these ten areas. Week 3 - Action: Student government officials will reproduce and print out 30 posters to paste one poster in each FSP & ICT classroom. Week 4 - Action: Selected seniors will use a 10-point rubric to assess the punctuality of each classmates and on-time completion of homework and assignments at least one for a week. Week 5 – Action: An implementation schedule and names of lecturers are posted beside each poster. Week 6 – Action: Penalties and rewards are added to the announcement. Week 7 – Action: A weekly record will measure the frequency of punctuality and on-time homework submission. Credibility Gaps –The target beneficiaries may be unable to practice three steps on poser due to AiU has more international students with various different cultural perspectives. Solution: Find some students with real examples to show how important it is. (Mindtools, 2013, para, 10).Mindtools, 2013, para, 10 Recidivism – Some students may revert to old habits or cultural standards that negate the program goals. Solution: student solutions to strengthen implementation methods & standards (Mindtools, 2013, para, 10).Mindtools, 2013, para, 10 Credibility Gaps –The target beneficiaries may be unable to practice three steps on poser due to AiU has more international students with various different cultural perspectives. Solution: Find some students with real examples to show how important it is. (Mindtools, 2013, para, 10).Mindtools, 2013, para, 10 Recidivism – Some students may revert to old habits or cultural standards that negate the program goals. Solution: student solutions to strengthen implementation methods & standards (Mindtools, 2013, para, 10).Mindtools, 2013, para, 10 Tucker, T. (2003). Lack of time management skills lead to health problems, para. 02. In expressbloomington. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://expressbloomington.com/ownerblog/lack-of-time-management-skills-lead-to-health- problems/ http://expressbloomington.com/ownerblog/lack-of-time-management-skills-lead-to-health- problems/ Lean, G. (2012). Time management. Students health and wellbeing, para. 03. In Brookes. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/time.htmlhttp://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/time.html Mindtools. (2001). Planning to make the best use of your time, para. 02. In Mindtools. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_77.htmhttp://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_77.htm Tucker, T. (2003). Lack of time management skills lead to health problems, para. 02. In expressbloomington. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://expressbloomington.com/ownerblog/lack-of-time-management-skills-lead-to-health- problems/ http://expressbloomington.com/ownerblog/lack-of-time-management-skills-lead-to-health- problems/ Lean, G. (2012). Time management. Students health and wellbeing, para. 03. In Brookes. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/time.htmlhttp://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/time.html Mindtools. (2001). Planning to make the best use of your time, para. 02. In Mindtools. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_77.htmhttp://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_77.htm Zhang Zhiguang is a Business Administration Scholar of Albukhary International University. His experience with poor time management and resulting low grades motivated his interest in this topic. Main Image Here Time-management(www.simplemindfulness.com ) Six Secret Steps to Complete Your Homework Before Deadline How to Succeed as a Scholar and Enjoy Your Scholarship Setting goal (www.e-education.com) Carry a Schedule (www.shutterstock.com) ToDoList (www.bestrank.com) essential-tasks (www.hongkiat.com) Meeting deadline (naldzgraphics.net) On-time sleeping (www.wikihow.com) Time management skill will be significantly improved by these techniques China flag courtesy of www.shawnee.edu; AIU logo courtesy of www.aiu.com 2 3 7 4 5 6 1 Original input Time management skill has been used to save time in China before, but this proposal, it will be used for the first time to save time and increase the on-time submission of assignments in AiU.

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4. Theoretical Background Hofstede’s theory claims that time management can be considered as the process by which a person more effectively accomplishes tasks and goals. (Hofstede, 1996),

5. The fourth stage of time management skills can feel comfortable to the target beneficiaries, because the pictures are very clear and it has steps in English. (Brookes, 2012).Brookes, 2012 The benefits of increasing homework completion by using Schuler’s time management skill theory can help convince AiU students to implement the program (Expressbloomington, 2013).Expressbloomington, 2013 After that, the fifth stage stress will be reduced as well.

6. References Tucker, T. (2003). Lack of time management skills lead to health problems, para. 02. In expressbloomington. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://expressbloomington.com/ownerblog/lack-of-time-management- skills-lead-to-health-problems/ http://expressbloomington.com/ownerblog/lack-of-time-management- skills-lead-to-health-problems/ Lean, G. (2012). Time management. Students health and wellbeing, para. 03. In Brookes. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/time.html http://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/time.html Mindtools. (2001). Planning to make the best use of your time, para. 02. In Mindtools. Available online 27 November 2013 at http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_77.htm http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_77.htm