6/19/2016 0 Comments June Week ThreeThis week we tried hard to learn some important phrasal verbs. Although they are tough and frustrating, they are an important part of the language. So, now on to the homework!
LISTENING Learners can try listening from Phrasal Verb Demon, ESL Phrasal Verb Videos or Fast Phrasal from British Council For original version try any of the following original version sources and try to pick out some phrasal verbs used in the text:
READING Learners can try quizzes, fill in the gaps, or Sherlock Holmes and the Sword of King Arthur, a 5-part story containing the top 50 most common phrasal verbs:
WRITING Now we're on to the most important part, PRACTICE! Please choose 10 phrasal verbs and write sentences to put them into practice. Best, Kelly
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6/11/2016 0 Comments June Week Twohis week we talked about the wonders of the world: the 7 ancient wonders as well as some modern lists of what are considered some of the most amazing places on our planet.
LISTENING Learners can try a listening exercise about some of the seven wonders of the world or a video about the seven new wonders. For original version, you can watch a National Geographic documentary or some videos from the history channel. READING Learners can read texts about some wonders of the world including Chichen Itza and the colloseum. For original version, read about the pyramids of Giza or the Taj Mahal. WRITING A few years ago there was an international competition to select the seven natural wonders of the world. Please choose one natural place that you find truly wonderful and write a persuasive essay about why it should be included. Best, Kelly 6/5/2016 0 Comments June Week OneThis week we talked about Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. Test what your intelligences with an online questionairre.
LISTENING Learners can try listening to a podcast episode about talking about intelligence. For original version, try or how did you get so intelligent? READING Learners can try an article about how multiple intelligences can be connected to your learning style in the English classroom. For original version, try what kind of thinker are you or an interview with the father of multiple intelligences. WRITING So, now that you've done some studying, try writing an article about multiple intelligences. Are they important to consider in the classroom? In your daily life? What are your strengths and weaknesses? Best, Kelly |
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