Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Final Presentations
Nuch: http://www.zshare.net/video/75929535ea302161/
Cristina: http://www.zshare.net/video/7592940515cbc71f/
Nikolay: http://www.zshare.net/video/7592933687a68c6a/
Wesam: http://www.zshare.net/video/75929535ea302161/
Mio: http://www.zshare.net/video/7592873980e7f391/
Cristina: http://www.zshare.net/video/7592940515cbc71f/
Nikolay: http://www.zshare.net/video/7592933687a68c6a/
Wesam: http://www.zshare.net/video/75929535ea302161/
Mio: http://www.zshare.net/video/7592873980e7f391/
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Dear Students...
I want to tell you that I really enjoyed teaching you this semester. Usually. Both classes were filled with very special, interesting people and I will miss you very much (no sarcasm). The fact that we build our very own little international community through the course of 12 weeks is very unique indeed. It is not surprising, therefore, that it is sad when our community disbands and we feel a certain sense of loss. However, this is a good thing--you don't feel loss unless you have something good in the first place.
You all should feel very proud of yourselves. You are reading, writing, speaking, living, breathing, maybe even dreaming by now, in English. This is quite an accomplishment and your levels of fluency are impressive. Now is a good moment to reflect upon where you started and how far you've progressed. Even if the progress sometimes seems slow, it is progress nonetheless, I assure you. It doesn't matter how long it takes you to get there--so long as you get there! Some of us creep like turtles and others fly like eagles but we can all make it to the finish line if we set our minds to it. Here's a new idiomatic expression for you: We say "keep your eye on the ball." So stay focused, work hard, and you will achieve your goals. The only one you are racing against is yourself. G-d gave you your potential--its your job to achieve it and do good in this world.
For those of you staying in Houston, please come and visit me at the LCC (but I won't be working this summer) or email me or call (713-721-3460) to say hi. If you throw a party, invite me and I will try my best to come. Also, if you need anything while you are in Houston, and I can be of help, feel free to contact me. Former students often consult with me on their academic decisions as well as their parking tickets and baby questions! Should you have a legal issue, my husband is a good person to consult. If you lose my contact information, you can always call the LCC office and they'll know how to reach me. At the very least, you can remember my last name. That's Cin. C-I-N. Like cinammon. Or cinema.
For those of you continuing in the LCC or entering the university, I wish you loads of success. It won't be easy but with hard work and determination (and perhaps just a little bit of luck, as Stanley's father says) you will achieve your goals. The first course is the hardest...
For those of you returning home, I wish you a safe and pleasant journey and I hope you continue to learn and to practice, and I hope to see you in your country one of these days soon!
Finally, I want to wish all of you lives filled with blessings: health and happiness, love and laughter, success and failure (because we learn from failure), and most of all, the ability to recognize the good in our lives and overlook or overcome the bad.
Please keep in touch with me; I look forward to hearing all of your exciting news.
Love,
Holly
You all should feel very proud of yourselves. You are reading, writing, speaking, living, breathing, maybe even dreaming by now, in English. This is quite an accomplishment and your levels of fluency are impressive. Now is a good moment to reflect upon where you started and how far you've progressed. Even if the progress sometimes seems slow, it is progress nonetheless, I assure you. It doesn't matter how long it takes you to get there--so long as you get there! Some of us creep like turtles and others fly like eagles but we can all make it to the finish line if we set our minds to it. Here's a new idiomatic expression for you: We say "keep your eye on the ball." So stay focused, work hard, and you will achieve your goals. The only one you are racing against is yourself. G-d gave you your potential--its your job to achieve it and do good in this world.
For those of you staying in Houston, please come and visit me at the LCC (but I won't be working this summer) or email me or call (713-721-3460) to say hi. If you throw a party, invite me and I will try my best to come. Also, if you need anything while you are in Houston, and I can be of help, feel free to contact me. Former students often consult with me on their academic decisions as well as their parking tickets and baby questions! Should you have a legal issue, my husband is a good person to consult. If you lose my contact information, you can always call the LCC office and they'll know how to reach me. At the very least, you can remember my last name. That's Cin. C-I-N. Like cinammon. Or cinema.
For those of you continuing in the LCC or entering the university, I wish you loads of success. It won't be easy but with hard work and determination (and perhaps just a little bit of luck, as Stanley's father says) you will achieve your goals. The first course is the hardest...
For those of you returning home, I wish you a safe and pleasant journey and I hope you continue to learn and to practice, and I hope to see you in your country one of these days soon!
Finally, I want to wish all of you lives filled with blessings: health and happiness, love and laughter, success and failure (because we learn from failure), and most of all, the ability to recognize the good in our lives and overlook or overcome the bad.
Please keep in touch with me; I look forward to hearing all of your exciting news.
Love,
Holly
Friday, April 23, 2010
Huntsville
Just FYI...
You will be able to rent boats at Huntsville. $10 CASH per boat, I understand. It's a lot of fun.
Have a great weekend, and while you're enjoying yourselves, please don't feel bad for me that I have to grade 100 papers. "I made my bed. Now I have to lay in it!"
See you bright and early Monday morning!
You will be able to rent boats at Huntsville. $10 CASH per boat, I understand. It's a lot of fun.
Have a great weekend, and while you're enjoying yourselves, please don't feel bad for me that I have to grade 100 papers. "I made my bed. Now I have to lay in it!"
See you bright and early Monday morning!
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
List of Words You Learned this Semester
These are words you learned from the listening materials and the readings. In total, I think you have learned nearly 1000 new words! If you can remember even half, you have made some serious progress.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Space/Touch/Artifacts Presentations
Xiao:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7516538973bb076f/
Sebnem:
http://www.zshare.net/video/751652145c9583c5/
Elif:
http://www.zshare.net/video/75165227336c9c82/
Ghadi:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7516537888d67fe9/
http://www.zshare.net/video/7516538973bb076f/
Sebnem:
http://www.zshare.net/video/751652145c9583c5/
Elif:
http://www.zshare.net/video/75165227336c9c82/
Ghadi:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7516537888d67fe9/
Friday, April 16, 2010
Next week...
I hope you had fun today with our little envelope game... I did!
For next week:
Monday--presentations and Holes vocabulary quiz 36-40
Final exams--Holes vocab 41-50; Holes reading 31-50; idioms list
I'm not sure yet if we will have a listening test. I have to think about it.
The final reading exam will be on "critical reading." We will discuss this more in class next week.
Have a great weekend, but begin preparing for the end (I mean final exams!)...
For next week:
Monday--presentations and Holes vocabulary quiz 36-40
Final exams--Holes vocab 41-50; Holes reading 31-50; idioms list
I'm not sure yet if we will have a listening test. I have to think about it.
The final reading exam will be on "critical reading." We will discuss this more in class next week.
Have a great weekend, but begin preparing for the end (I mean final exams!)...
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Sarcastic Quotes: Some Food for Thought
“Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go.”--Oscar Wilde
“A good listener is usually thinking about something else.”--Kin Hubbard
“Every time I look at you I get a fierce desire to be lonesome.”--Oscar Levant
“Many wealthy people are little more than janitors of their possessions.”--Frank Lloyd Wright
“Stay with me; I want to be alone.”--Joey Adams
“A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.”--Steven Wright
“When I was a kid I used to pray every night for a new bicycle. Then I realized that the Lord doesn't work that way so I stole one and asked Him to forgive me.”--Emo Philips
“The problem with common sense is that most people are morons.”--Sarcasm Society
“One of the lessons of history is that Nothing is often a good thing to do and always a clever thing to say.”--Will Durant
“It's a plastic surgeon you need, not a doctor.”--John Cleese
“If you don't read the newspaper, you are uninformed; if you do read the newspaper, you are misinformed.”--Mark Twain
“A good listener is usually thinking about something else.”--Kin Hubbard
“Every time I look at you I get a fierce desire to be lonesome.”--Oscar Levant
“Many wealthy people are little more than janitors of their possessions.”--Frank Lloyd Wright
“Stay with me; I want to be alone.”--Joey Adams
“A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.”--Steven Wright
“When I was a kid I used to pray every night for a new bicycle. Then I realized that the Lord doesn't work that way so I stole one and asked Him to forgive me.”--Emo Philips
“The problem with common sense is that most people are morons.”--Sarcasm Society
“One of the lessons of history is that Nothing is often a good thing to do and always a clever thing to say.”--Will Durant
“It's a plastic surgeon you need, not a doctor.”--John Cleese
“If you don't read the newspaper, you are uninformed; if you do read the newspaper, you are misinformed.”--Mark Twain
Sarcasm 101
http://www.snotr.com/video/1432
Did you ever watch the show "Friends?" Chandler is known for his sarcasm. I wish I had time to watch this with you in class, but alas, we are running out of time for the term!
and another scene from "Friends," which illustrates sarcasm:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s5ufToIR7U
enjoy!
Did you ever watch the show "Friends?" Chandler is known for his sarcasm. I wish I had time to watch this with you in class, but alas, we are running out of time for the term!
and another scene from "Friends," which illustrates sarcasm:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s5ufToIR7U
enjoy!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Extra Inference Practice
Excerpt from A PLACE IN CHUNKY FOR SLEEVE VALVES
1. c 4. d 7. d 10. a 13. d
2. b 5. a 8. b 11. c 14. a
3. c 6. c 9. c 12. b 15. d
1. c 4. d 7. d 10. a 13. d
2. b 5. a 8. b 11. c 14. a
3. c 6. c 9. c 12. b 15. d
Monday, April 12, 2010
Friday Fun Day: Special Holes Edition
This Friday we will have a special fun day for the last two hours of class. We will have class in OB 301, the same as the last time.
I encourage you to bring food and snacks because what's a party without food? The theme for the party will be holes--so think holes when you think food (donuts? bagels?).
Also, I encourage you to be current on your reading of Holes. You will need it for the game that we're going to play. Remember, you're not in the Girl Scouts anymore!
I encourage you to bring food and snacks because what's a party without food? The theme for the party will be holes--so think holes when you think food (donuts? bagels?).
Also, I encourage you to be current on your reading of Holes. You will need it for the game that we're going to play. Remember, you're not in the Girl Scouts anymore!
Lunch on Thursday
Carole and I would like to go out to lunch with you on Thursday to Madras Pavilion, which serves Indian vegetarian cuisine. At lunch, they have a wonderful buffet which is inexpensive (or should I say 'cheap'?), plentiful, and delicious.
Let's arrange rides among us. I have a van, so I can take 6. Please post a comment if you will be coming so I can reserve a large table for us. Also, please let me know if you need a ride or if you can take others in your car.
Madras Pavilion is located at:
3910 Kirby Dr (between 59 and Richmond, on the west side of Kirby)
Houston, TX
(713) 521-2617
Let's arrange rides among us. I have a van, so I can take 6. Please post a comment if you will be coming so I can reserve a large table for us. Also, please let me know if you need a ride or if you can take others in your car.
Madras Pavilion is located at:
3910 Kirby Dr (between 59 and Richmond, on the west side of Kirby)
Houston, TX
(713) 521-2617
A Note for You
Dear Students,
I was very impressed by those of you who read "Danny" and were able to participate in today's conversation with such ease. It demonstrates to me that you really understand what you're reading. From my end it is truly a pleasure not only to be able to discuss the readings with you but to see how much progress you're making in your reading skills.
For those of you who have not kept up with the reading, I cannot attest to your progress, unfortunately. As I said at the beginning of this course, my philosophy is that you improve your skills by practicing them. You improve reading by reading; listening by listening; writing by writing; and speaking by speaking. There is no luck in this equation. Progress comes from discipline and hard work. For those of you who have demonstrated it, you have all my respect.
I was very impressed by those of you who read "Danny" and were able to participate in today's conversation with such ease. It demonstrates to me that you really understand what you're reading. From my end it is truly a pleasure not only to be able to discuss the readings with you but to see how much progress you're making in your reading skills.
For those of you who have not kept up with the reading, I cannot attest to your progress, unfortunately. As I said at the beginning of this course, my philosophy is that you improve your skills by practicing them. You improve reading by reading; listening by listening; writing by writing; and speaking by speaking. There is no luck in this equation. Progress comes from discipline and hard work. For those of you who have demonstrated it, you have all my respect.
Extra Listening Practice for You
http://www.youtube.com/user/EDU#p/c/941913BDC8E7B605/15/p8wZ0KRW18A
Click on commencement speeches and scroll down to Cory Booker at Brandeis.
This is an inspiring graduation speech given by Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey. It's lengthy, but he speaks clearly and beautifully.
You should check out the other speeches if you want to practice more.
Click on commencement speeches and scroll down to Cory Booker at Brandeis.
This is an inspiring graduation speech given by Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey. It's lengthy, but he speaks clearly and beautifully.
You should check out the other speeches if you want to practice more.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Schedule, week 11
Level 5AB/Cin/Spring 2010
Schedule, week eleven (ALE, ch. 8; RS, inferences; critical reading )
Monday, April 12:
Inferences, conclude (“Sex, Lies, and Conversation,” and “Danny”)
Connotations and denotations
ALE, ch. 8, lecture part one
HW: Study for Holes vocabulary test tomorrow
ALE, vocabulary in boxes for lecture
RS, pp. 369-375, “The Open Window” (for Wednesday)
Tuesday, April 13:
ALE, ch. 8, lecture part two and listening test
Holes vocabulary test (ch. 31-35)
Oral reports
Wednesday, April 14:
Discuss “The Open Window”
Critical reading
Oral reports
HW: RS, p. 188-189, ex. 20 (fact or opinion); p. 190-193, reading and questions (for Friday)
Thursday, April 15:
Holes, vocabulary test (ch. 36-40)
Oral reports
Inferences test
HW: RS, pp. 203-207, read and answer questions1-12 (for Monday)
Friday, April 16
*Friday Fun Day
RS, critical reading
Oral reports
HW: TBA
Schedule, week eleven (ALE, ch. 8; RS, inferences; critical reading )
Monday, April 12:
Inferences, conclude (“Sex, Lies, and Conversation,” and “Danny”)
Connotations and denotations
ALE, ch. 8, lecture part one
HW: Study for Holes vocabulary test tomorrow
ALE, vocabulary in boxes for lecture
RS, pp. 369-375, “The Open Window” (for Wednesday)
Tuesday, April 13:
ALE, ch. 8, lecture part two and listening test
Holes vocabulary test (ch. 31-35)
Oral reports
Wednesday, April 14:
Discuss “The Open Window”
Critical reading
Oral reports
HW: RS, p. 188-189, ex. 20 (fact or opinion); p. 190-193, reading and questions (for Friday)
Thursday, April 15:
Holes, vocabulary test (ch. 36-40)
Oral reports
Inferences test
HW: RS, pp. 203-207, read and answer questions1-12 (for Monday)
Friday, April 16
*Friday Fun Day
RS, critical reading
Oral reports
HW: TBA
Friday, April 9, 2010
Making Inferences: Some Extra Practice
http://testprep.about.com/od/englishlanguagetests/a/Inference.htm
Read the article about inferences and then see if you understand the implied meaning in the statements which follow. You can check your answers.
*"Flipping the bird" is an idiom which means the same thing as "giving the finger." When we say "giving the finger," you know we mean the middle finger.
I hope you enjoyed my little inference presentation in class today!
Read the article about inferences and then see if you understand the implied meaning in the statements which follow. You can check your answers.
*"Flipping the bird" is an idiom which means the same thing as "giving the finger." When we say "giving the finger," you know we mean the middle finger.
I hope you enjoyed my little inference presentation in class today!
Thursday, April 8, 2010
An Inference Game for you to Play
http://www.quia.com/pop/43335.html
Click on "play game." See how many answers you can properly infer.
Click on "play game." See how many answers you can properly infer.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Elevator Etiquette: A Short Video about the Rules
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvnOJFdqX7Y&feature=related
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Hi Everybody!
Hello 5A and 5B,
I hope everything is going well. I miss you and I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday morning. Until then, I want to remind you about going to Call Lab in the morning tomorrow (Monday) to do your student evaluations. Please make sure to be on time for this. It is very important for your teachers and the LCC to receive your feedback so that we can continue to improve the program in the future.
Also, I understand that you are a few days behind on the schedule. Consequently, we will begin presentations on Thursday. On Wednesday I will talk to you about what's expected and give you help if you need it. Please think about what you're planning to do.
Please keep reading Holes. We will discuss Holes 21-30 on Wednesday and then 31-40 on Friday. I will give you a vocabulary test on Friday.
Finally, 5B--I might be late on Wednesday morning. I have a 6 a.m. flight that gets in to Houstonat 7:30. I should make it to class by 8:30 but please wait for me if I'm late.
Again, I look forward to seeing you in a few days,
HC
I hope everything is going well. I miss you and I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday morning. Until then, I want to remind you about going to Call Lab in the morning tomorrow (Monday) to do your student evaluations. Please make sure to be on time for this. It is very important for your teachers and the LCC to receive your feedback so that we can continue to improve the program in the future.
Also, I understand that you are a few days behind on the schedule. Consequently, we will begin presentations on Thursday. On Wednesday I will talk to you about what's expected and give you help if you need it. Please think about what you're planning to do.
Please keep reading Holes. We will discuss Holes 21-30 on Wednesday and then 31-40 on Friday. I will give you a vocabulary test on Friday.
Finally, 5B--I might be late on Wednesday morning. I have a 6 a.m. flight that gets in to Houstonat 7:30. I should make it to class by 8:30 but please wait for me if I'm late.
Again, I look forward to seeing you in a few days,
HC
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Schedule for the week
Level 5AB/Cin/Spring 2010
Schedule, week nine (ALE, ch. 8; RS, ch. 9 and 10)
Monday, March 29
ALE, lecture part one
Body language observations (short oral reports on Monday)
Purpose and tone, continued
HW: RS, read pp. 347-349, do exercises pp. 349-352
ALE, vocabulary p. 97
Tuesday, March 30
ALE, lecture part two and listening test
Discuss “I’m Going to Buy the Brooklyn Bridge.”
RS, inferences (introduction)
HW: RS, read pp. 163-164; exercises pp. 165-170 (for Thursday)
Wednesday, March 31
Reading test: Purpose and tone
ALE, chapter 8, part one
HW: Study vocabulary in boxes, pp. 103-104
RS, read and exercises pp. 171-176 (for Thursday)
Thursday, April 1
ALE, chapter 8, part two (interviews)
RS, inferences
HW: Holes vocabulary and reading test tomorrow (21-30)
Friday, April 2*
ALE, chapter 8, discussion (p. 104-105)
Holes, vocabulary test and reading test (21-30)
HW: Oral reports next week (beginning Monday): Read p. 106 (Gathering Data). Prepare a 5-7 minute presentation on an aspect of touch, space, and/or artifacts that we should be aware of if we visit your country. (For example, what is the proper space between people on a bus? At a bus stop? In the elevator? In the supermarket?)
RS, read pp. 385-390 and do the exercises
Holes, read ch. 31-40
*Culture Festival
Schedule, week nine (ALE, ch. 8; RS, ch. 9 and 10)
Monday, March 29
ALE, lecture part one
Body language observations (short oral reports on Monday)
Purpose and tone, continued
HW: RS, read pp. 347-349, do exercises pp. 349-352
ALE, vocabulary p. 97
Tuesday, March 30
ALE, lecture part two and listening test
Discuss “I’m Going to Buy the Brooklyn Bridge.”
RS, inferences (introduction)
HW: RS, read pp. 163-164; exercises pp. 165-170 (for Thursday)
Wednesday, March 31
Reading test: Purpose and tone
ALE, chapter 8, part one
HW: Study vocabulary in boxes, pp. 103-104
RS, read and exercises pp. 171-176 (for Thursday)
Thursday, April 1
ALE, chapter 8, part two (interviews)
RS, inferences
HW: Holes vocabulary and reading test tomorrow (21-30)
Friday, April 2*
ALE, chapter 8, discussion (p. 104-105)
Holes, vocabulary test and reading test (21-30)
HW: Oral reports next week (beginning Monday): Read p. 106 (Gathering Data). Prepare a 5-7 minute presentation on an aspect of touch, space, and/or artifacts that we should be aware of if we visit your country. (For example, what is the proper space between people on a bus? At a bus stop? In the elevator? In the supermarket?)
RS, read pp. 385-390 and do the exercises
Holes, read ch. 31-40
*Culture Festival
Friday, March 26, 2010
Watch your body language... what does each face or gesture say?
http://www.zshare.net/video/742424544557aaf7/
Holes Vocabulary Lists, chapters 26-50
Please feel free to read until the end. You will have a vocabulary test next Friday on Holes 21-30.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Sharing Your Personal Experience (due Wednesday, March 31)
Write about a time that you learned from failure.
What did you learn? How did you grow from the experience?
What did you learn? How did you grow from the experience?
Steve Jobs: How to live before you die | Video on TED.com
This is a very inspiring speech by Steve Jobs. He tells us how to learn from failure (like Stanley's father)...
Steve Jobs: How to live before you die | Video on TED.com
Steve Jobs: How to live before you die | Video on TED.com
VOICES MAGAZINE--SUBMISSIONS
Please email me, Carole, at cfranklin@uh.edu by TOMORROW-FRIDAY MARCH 26, any short writings you have that you would like me to submit to Voices.
You could submit some of the things you have written on this blog, or something brand new. The essay you wrote for me about what you thought about the USA before coming here and how differently you view it now is also a possibility.
Thanks,
Carole
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Makeup Test
If you missed the vocabulary test on Tuesday, I will give you a makeup test tomorrow after class. Otherwise, I count a missing test like a "zero" and then subtract the lowest score from each person's average. If you miss a test, then that zero will not count...
More videos on BODY LANGUAGE (they're short)
1. This one is about aggressive body language:
http://vodpod.com/watch/3167407-how-to-read-body-language-examples-of-aggressive-body-language
2. This one is about the McCain/Obama debates (before the election last year). The expert evaluates their body language. You might find this interesting.
http://cnettv.cnet.com/obama-mccain-body-language/9742-1_53-50054885.html
3. And body language in the workplace...
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=6250380n
4. The body language of FEAR:
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438808_examples-insecure-body-language.html
5. OPEN body language:
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438802_examples-open-body-language.html
6. The importance of eye contact:
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438811_importance-eye-contact-body-language.html
7. How to flirt (show attention in the opposite sex):
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438796_flirt-body-language.html
http://vodpod.com/watch/3167407-how-to-read-body-language-examples-of-aggressive-body-language
2. This one is about the McCain/Obama debates (before the election last year). The expert evaluates their body language. You might find this interesting.
http://cnettv.cnet.com/obama-mccain-body-language/9742-1_53-50054885.html
3. And body language in the workplace...
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=6250380n
4. The body language of FEAR:
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438808_examples-insecure-body-language.html
5. OPEN body language:
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438802_examples-open-body-language.html
6. The importance of eye contact:
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438811_importance-eye-contact-body-language.html
7. How to flirt (show attention in the opposite sex):
http://www.ehow.com/video_4438796_flirt-body-language.html
Sharing Your Cultural Perspective (due Friday, March 26))
Answer the following questions:
1. In the interviews today, you heard some generalizations about body language in the U.S. From your experience and knowledge, do you agree or disagree with what was said? Explain.
2. SunRan and Airi have felt the influence of American body language. Has your body language been influenced by American culture? If so, how?
3. What generalizations can you make about body language in your culture? If you are from Korea, do you disagree with anything that you heard in the interviews? Can you add more information?
1. In the interviews today, you heard some generalizations about body language in the U.S. From your experience and knowledge, do you agree or disagree with what was said? Explain.
2. SunRan and Airi have felt the influence of American body language. Has your body language been influenced by American culture? If so, how?
3. What generalizations can you make about body language in your culture? If you are from Korea, do you disagree with anything that you heard in the interviews? Can you add more information?
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Necklace: Video Versions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ntOruew1wc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK1csiCmaeE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK1csiCmaeE
Change in Plans
I will move the reading skills test to Thursday and Thursday's vocabulary test to Friday.
Tomorrow in class we will discuss "The Necklace" and "Holes" (until ch. 20), and then we will do the listening interview on body language.
Tomorrow in class we will discuss "The Necklace" and "Holes" (until ch. 20), and then we will do the listening interview on body language.
Holly Reads "The Necklace"
If you want to hear my performance again, download the following:
http://www.zshare.net/download/7409032898f5c55e/
http://www.zshare.net/download/7409032898f5c55e/
Monday, March 22, 2010
Body Language Video: Please Watch!
http://www.howcast.com/videos/10608-How-To-Interpret-Body-Language
Friday, March 12, 2010
Free GRE Preparation Seminar for Students
Attention Future Graduate Students!
Are you planning to attend graduate school?
This semester there is a FREE seminar for you!
Learning Support Services &
College of Technology present:
Tips for Acing the GRE
Thursday, March 25, 2010
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Technology Annex Building Room 101
Light Refreshments
All Students are Welcome
Please call 713-743-5463 or e-mail lschroeder@uh.edu (Lorraine Schroeder) to register.
www.las.uh.edu/lss
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
Are you planning to attend graduate school?
This semester there is a FREE seminar for you!
Learning Support Services &
College of Technology present:
Tips for Acing the GRE
Thursday, March 25, 2010
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Light Refreshments
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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Places in Texas to Enjoy (an essay I wrote last summer)
There are several great places to visit in Texas if you want to have some summer fun. The first place I recommend is South Padre Island, which I wrote about in a separate piece on the blog, so I will not discuss it here (I can't find it, though!)
The second place my family and I love is Austin. Austin has a wonderful nightlife for those of you who love music. Original bands play nightly on Sixth Street, which is downtown. In fact, a lot of famous bands get their start there on Sixth Street. During the daytime there is also a lot to do and see. You can visit and tour the Texas State Capitol and wander around the campus of the University of Texas. For water activity, you can go to Zilker Park, where you will find Barton Springs, a natural pool of really, really cold water (icy yet refreshing!) the size of 2 football fields. In addition to the pool, at Barton Springs you will also see lots of college students and other Austinites scantily dressed. If you are thinking about getting a tattoo, you can see many on display there! For children, there is a train ride and playground as well as an outdoor theater that presents free performances throughout the summer (similar to Houston's Miller Theater). Finally, when you are at Zilker Park, you can rent a canoe or kayak and paddle along Town Lake.
Another great place to swim in Austin is Lake Travis. The beach is a bit rocky but the temperature of the water is just delightful. You can rent jetskis and boats at various spots along the lake. There is also a water rides park in that area (I forget the name, but you can google "waterpark Austin Lake Travis" to find it, I'm sure). Finally, when in Austin make sure to enjoy some chips and salsa, or an entire meal, at the Oasis restaurant, which overlooks all of Lake Travis. It's quite a sight. You will ask yourself if you are really in Texas.
The last place I must recommend to you today is about 45 minutes west of Austin, called Hamilton Pools. From the parking lot, you have to hike a short path and then you arrive in a swimming hole which feels like paradise (if not paradise, then maybe Hawaii). The pool extends out from a grotto (like a cave) and you can swim or just float in the cool turquoise water. We visited Hamilton Pools for the first time last year--it was the week after Hurricane Ike paid a visit to Houston--and we all agreed that we must return there again soon. So these are my recommendations so far, and when I think of others, I will let you know.
The second place my family and I love is Austin. Austin has a wonderful nightlife for those of you who love music. Original bands play nightly on Sixth Street, which is downtown. In fact, a lot of famous bands get their start there on Sixth Street. During the daytime there is also a lot to do and see. You can visit and tour the Texas State Capitol and wander around the campus of the University of Texas. For water activity, you can go to Zilker Park, where you will find Barton Springs, a natural pool of really, really cold water (icy yet refreshing!) the size of 2 football fields. In addition to the pool, at Barton Springs you will also see lots of college students and other Austinites scantily dressed. If you are thinking about getting a tattoo, you can see many on display there! For children, there is a train ride and playground as well as an outdoor theater that presents free performances throughout the summer (similar to Houston's Miller Theater). Finally, when you are at Zilker Park, you can rent a canoe or kayak and paddle along Town Lake.
Another great place to swim in Austin is Lake Travis. The beach is a bit rocky but the temperature of the water is just delightful. You can rent jetskis and boats at various spots along the lake. There is also a water rides park in that area (I forget the name, but you can google "waterpark Austin Lake Travis" to find it, I'm sure). Finally, when in Austin make sure to enjoy some chips and salsa, or an entire meal, at the Oasis restaurant, which overlooks all of Lake Travis. It's quite a sight. You will ask yourself if you are really in Texas.
The last place I must recommend to you today is about 45 minutes west of Austin, called Hamilton Pools. From the parking lot, you have to hike a short path and then you arrive in a swimming hole which feels like paradise (if not paradise, then maybe Hawaii). The pool extends out from a grotto (like a cave) and you can swim or just float in the cool turquoise water. We visited Hamilton Pools for the first time last year--it was the week after Hurricane Ike paid a visit to Houston--and we all agreed that we must return there again soon. So these are my recommendations so far, and when I think of others, I will let you know.
Spring Break Recommendations
I hope everybody is planning something wonderful for spring break. Spring is a phenomenal time to travel around Texas. The flowers are beginning to bloom and the weather is perfect. Here are my recommendations for you:
1. If you love the beach, go down to South Padre Island. It's 5 hours from Houston. The beach is NOTHING like Galveston. I went there for the first time last summer and was surprised by how beautiful it was. I will post my essay so you can read more about it in detail.
2. If you like to camp, there are many great places to go, and this is the time of year to do it because during the summer its too hot. In the Hill Country, which is the region west of Austin and near San Antonio, there are many wonderful state parks for hiking, fishing, boating, and camping. Garner State Park, Pedernales Falls, Inks Lake, and Enchanted Rock are all outstanding.
3. If you would like to camp in an absolutely awesome place, drive 10-12 hours west and go to Big Bend National Park. It's one of the best places in the country to see the stars because there are no cities for hundreds and hundreds of miles. It's a desert but there is a beautiful canyon that you can raft through--its calm and scenic and its a whole day trip--and there is a mountain range (called the Chisos Mountains) with some spectacular hiking.
4. If you would like to head east, then I recommend New Orleans for a day or two (a 5-6 hour drive) and then continue east to northwestern Florida (4 hours past N.O.). The beaches there are as white as snow and the water is emerald green.
5. For a short trip, Austin is always a great idea. There is a lot to do and see in Austin as well as the surrounding area (like the state parks I mentioned above).
If you would like to run your plans by me (discuss them and get my opinion), I would be more than happy to help you!
Please let us all know what you're planning to do...
1. If you love the beach, go down to South Padre Island. It's 5 hours from Houston. The beach is NOTHING like Galveston. I went there for the first time last summer and was surprised by how beautiful it was. I will post my essay so you can read more about it in detail.
2. If you like to camp, there are many great places to go, and this is the time of year to do it because during the summer its too hot. In the Hill Country, which is the region west of Austin and near San Antonio, there are many wonderful state parks for hiking, fishing, boating, and camping. Garner State Park, Pedernales Falls, Inks Lake, and Enchanted Rock are all outstanding.
3. If you would like to camp in an absolutely awesome place, drive 10-12 hours west and go to Big Bend National Park. It's one of the best places in the country to see the stars because there are no cities for hundreds and hundreds of miles. It's a desert but there is a beautiful canyon that you can raft through--its calm and scenic and its a whole day trip--and there is a mountain range (called the Chisos Mountains) with some spectacular hiking.
4. If you would like to head east, then I recommend New Orleans for a day or two (a 5-6 hour drive) and then continue east to northwestern Florida (4 hours past N.O.). The beaches there are as white as snow and the water is emerald green.
5. For a short trip, Austin is always a great idea. There is a lot to do and see in Austin as well as the surrounding area (like the state parks I mentioned above).
If you would like to run your plans by me (discuss them and get my opinion), I would be more than happy to help you!
Please let us all know what you're planning to do...
5A and 5B go to Hollywood
Oral report by Jin (stress):
http://www.zshare.net/video/73329151fb89c641/
Oral report by Nikolay (stress):
http://www.zshare.net/video/733277800d88dcae/
Wesam (multiple intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/7360297320501d61/
Elif (multiple intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/736023940633b981/
Shuang (mult. intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/73604385eb978ae9/
Eury (mult intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/73604323cd1b7fbc/
Sungha
http://www.zshare.net/video/73604316adc7284a/
Mushari:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73603653ac0cf7e5/
Medo:
http://www.zshare.net/video/736035814dea829f/
Xiao:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892901e76e9250/
Jin:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892867978a85ee/
Nikolay:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892901e76e9250/
Manuel:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892158c44741e8/
King:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892624e45d0841/
Nuch:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73896414a4499e39/
Han:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73896672690b5db7/
http://www.zshare.net/video/73329151fb89c641/
Oral report by Nikolay (stress):
http://www.zshare.net/video/733277800d88dcae/
Wesam (multiple intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/7360297320501d61/
Elif (multiple intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/736023940633b981/
Shuang (mult. intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/73604385eb978ae9/
Eury (mult intelligence):
http://www.zshare.net/video/73604323cd1b7fbc/
Sungha
http://www.zshare.net/video/73604316adc7284a/
Mushari:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73603653ac0cf7e5/
Medo:
http://www.zshare.net/video/736035814dea829f/
Xiao:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892901e76e9250/
Jin:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892867978a85ee/
Nikolay:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892901e76e9250/
Manuel:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892158c44741e8/
King:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73892624e45d0841/
Nuch:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73896414a4499e39/
Han:
http://www.zshare.net/video/73896672690b5db7/
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Report about "Arranged Marriage" - written by Jung
https://mail.google.com/mail/?ui=2&ik=1a9f3e48fa&view=lg&msg=127451189b02b240
I can't put my chart, so I attatched my original file on the bottom of the page in above site.
Have a good day!
I can't put my chart, so I attatched my original file on the bottom of the page in above site.
Have a good day!
This week's schedule
Level 5AB/Cin/Spring 2010
Schedule, week seven
| |
| Tuesday, March 9 Conferences in core class Multiple Intelligence Video/Listening Quiz HW: RS, pp. 117-125, readings and exercise (for Wednesday) |
| Wednesday, March 10 Oral reports: Multiple Intelligence Holes, chapters 1-10 discussion HW: |
| Thursday, March 12 Oral reports: Multiple Intelligence RS, details HW: RS, look over pp. 125-127; do exercise on pp. 128-130 |
| Friday, March 13 Oral reports: Multiple Intelligence RS, signal words and organizational patterns HW: RS, exercise, pp. 136-146 (organizational patterns) RS, pp. 403-414 (“The Necklace”), reading and exercises Holes, read until chapter 28 Have a great spring break! |
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Listening Practice
http://www.eslvideo.com/quiz_int3.php?id=1463
This is from the show "60 Minutes," which is on CBS on Sunday nights. There is a quiz at the end.
http://www.ted.com/talks/temple_grandin_the_world_needs_all_kinds_of_minds.html
This is a 20-minute lecture about ways of thinking. It is given by a women who is autistic. She is amazing.
http://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity.html
This is a 20-minute lecture about intelligence and creativity. It's very funny at times.
This is from the show "60 Minutes," which is on CBS on Sunday nights. There is a quiz at the end.
http://www.ted.com/talks/temple_grandin_the_world_needs_all_kinds_of_minds.html
This is a 20-minute lecture about ways of thinking. It is given by a women who is autistic. She is amazing.
http://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity.html
This is a 20-minute lecture about intelligence and creativity. It's very funny at times.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Valentines Day Videos
From Valentine's Day:
1. http://www.zshare.net/video/73328962ff80a27c/
2. http://www.zshare.net/video/73329118c4bb5a58/
1. http://www.zshare.net/video/73328962ff80a27c/
2. http://www.zshare.net/video/73329118c4bb5a58/
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Answers to Reading Review Sheet
1. C
2. D
3. B
4. D
5. Even when we are fully awake and alert, we are not conscious of everything going on around us—instead we are selective in what we hear.
2. D
3. B
4. D
5. Even when we are fully awake and alert, we are not conscious of everything going on around us—instead we are selective in what we hear.
6. The causes of substance dependencies are complex and are rooted in a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors that vary with individuals and substances.
Monday, March 1, 2010
"Street Smart" Quiz (optional)
http://teenadvice.about.com/library/teenquiz/13/blstreetsmartquiz.htm
Take this quiz and find out if you are street smart. If you do it, please tell us the results!
Take this quiz and find out if you are street smart. If you do it, please tell us the results!
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Sharing Your Cultural Perspective (due Thursday, March 4)
Answer ONE of the following questions:
1. Binet's test was designed to identify "dull" children. Do you think children should be told that they're bright or dull? Why or why not?
2. Do you know anybody who is very intelligent in some ways but not in others? Explain.
3. Remember what the lecturer said about "street smarts." Do you have a term for this in your language? Give an example of "street smarts" from your culture.
1. Binet's test was designed to identify "dull" children. Do you think children should be told that they're bright or dull? Why or why not?
2. Do you know anybody who is very intelligent in some ways but not in others? Explain.
3. Remember what the lecturer said about "street smarts." Do you have a term for this in your language? Give an example of "street smarts" from your culture.
Friday, February 26, 2010
Have an amazing weekend!
I hope you had fun today. I did. I love games!
But the LCC isn't Camp Fun and Games. At the LCC, our goal is to build your language skills! Our philosophy is that if you take a non-English speaker and make him learn 10 words a day, he will become an English speaker!
So please be prepared for next week:
Monday
USA Today article
Holes vocabulary test, 1-6
We will discuss Holes on Monday
Tuesday
Be prepared to discuss the chapter on psychology in RS. You should read it twice before Tuesday and complete the exercises (all of this is on the schedule).
Your MIDTERM reading exam will be on MAIN IDEAS. If you don't complete the chapter on main ideas and PRACTICE this, you will not pass the test. Usually.
Your MIDTERM vocabulary exam will be on USA TODAY (list one) and Holes, chapter 7.
I will give you the vocabulary you will need next week for the MIDTERM listening test.
You must complete all of your blog assignments before midterm. If you don't, you will receive an F (which means "fail," not "fun") on the section of the report card that says "completes assignments."
But the LCC isn't Camp Fun and Games. At the LCC, our goal is to build your language skills! Our philosophy is that if you take a non-English speaker and make him learn 10 words a day, he will become an English speaker!
So please be prepared for next week:
Monday
USA Today article
Holes vocabulary test, 1-6
We will discuss Holes on Monday
Tuesday
Be prepared to discuss the chapter on psychology in RS. You should read it twice before Tuesday and complete the exercises (all of this is on the schedule).
Your MIDTERM reading exam will be on MAIN IDEAS. If you don't complete the chapter on main ideas and PRACTICE this, you will not pass the test. Usually.
Your MIDTERM vocabulary exam will be on USA TODAY (list one) and Holes, chapter 7.
I will give you the vocabulary you will need next week for the MIDTERM listening test.
You must complete all of your blog assignments before midterm. If you don't, you will receive an F (which means "fail," not "fun") on the section of the report card that says "completes assignments."
Monday, February 22, 2010
Vocabulary Practice Quiz (list three, words 1-40)
http://mytest.vocabtest.com/user_test.php?tid=44559
Let me know if this test is too easy!
Let me know if this test is too easy!
Sharing Your Cultural Perspective (due Thursday, February 25)
Ruth and the man in her story (the dunce/genius) both gave themselves labels early in life. Though usually negative, labels can also be positive. In either case, they are powerful.
Answer the following questions:
1. What kind of labels have you given yourself in your life, and why? Have they been helpful or harmful in your opinion?
2. What labels have been given to you by others? Did they help you or hurt you?
Answer the following questions:
1. What kind of labels have you given yourself in your life, and why? Have they been helpful or harmful in your opinion?
2. What labels have been given to you by others? Did they help you or hurt you?
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Website for Prefixes
http://www.esl-galaxy.com/prefixsuffix.html
This site has 5 tests for you to practice.
This site has 5 tests for you to practice.
Steve Jobs article from Fortune Magazine, in case you don't have it
http://cnnmoney.printthis.clickability.com/pt/cpt?action=cpt&title=Steve+Jobs%27s+legacy+-+Nov.+5%2C+2009&expire=-1&urlID=414166237&fb=Y&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmoney.cnn.com%2F2009%2F11%2F03%2Ftechnology%2Fsteve_jobs_legacy.fortune%2Findex.htm&partnerID=2200
Friday, February 19, 2010
Homework Schedule
For Monday:
1. Read article on Steve Jobs
Reading quiz on the article (with the article)
2. Take on-line quiz on Type A
You will present results in small groups on Monday
For Tuesday:
1. Prefix/suffix/roots test
2. Read Holes, ch. 1-6, and learn vocabulary (test on this list on Friday)
3. RS, main ideas, pp. 84-90
For Wednesday:
1. Vocabulary test, list 3, part one (first 40 words)
2. RS, main ideas, pp. 91-100
CATCH UP ON THE BLOG
1. Read article on Steve Jobs
Reading quiz on the article (with the article)
2. Take on-line quiz on Type A
You will present results in small groups on Monday
For Tuesday:
1. Prefix/suffix/roots test
2. Read Holes, ch. 1-6, and learn vocabulary (test on this list on Friday)
3. RS, main ideas, pp. 84-90
For Wednesday:
1. Vocabulary test, list 3, part one (first 40 words)
2. RS, main ideas, pp. 91-100
CATCH UP ON THE BLOG
Thursday, February 18, 2010
An Intelligence Test for You (optional)
http://www.mensa.org/workout2.php
I challenge you to take this test, but it's optional--not required...it takes 30 minutes.
http://www.iqtestfree.net/
This one is a much shorter test to take.
If you take these tests, please comment on the blog.
I challenge you to take this test, but it's optional--not required...it takes 30 minutes.
http://www.iqtestfree.net/
This one is a much shorter test to take.
If you take these tests, please comment on the blog.
Oral Reports for Monday
Go to the website and take the test to see if you are a "Type A" personality.
http://discoveryhealth.queendom.com/questions/type_a_personality_1.html
After the test, read the information on the next page of the website, and view your score.
On Monday, be prepared to discuss the test and your results in small groups.
http://discoveryhealth.queendom.com/questions/type_a_personality_1.html
After the test, read the information on the next page of the website, and view your score.
On Monday, be prepared to discuss the test and your results in small groups.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Monday, February 15, 2010
Some common Greek and Latin roots:
 | Root (source) | Meaning | English words |
| aster, astr (G) | star | astronomy, astrology |
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| fer (L) | to carry | transfer, referral |
| fix (L) | to fasten | fix, suffix, affix |
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| jur, just (L) | law | jury, justice |
| log, logue (G) | word, thought, speech | monolog(ue), astrology, biology, neologism |
| luc (L) | light | lucid, translucent |
| manu (L) | hand | manual, manuscript |
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| op, oper (L) | work | operation, operator |
| path (G) | feeling | pathetic, sympathy, empathy |
| ped (G) | child | pediatrics, pedophile |
| phil (G) | love | philosophy, Anglophile |
| phys (G) | body, nature | physical, physics |
| scrib, script (L) | to write | scribble, manuscript |
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| ter, terr (L) | earth | territory, extraterrestrial |
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| verb (L) | word | verbal, verbose |
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Authority for this chart: The Little, Brown Handbook by H. Ramsay Fowler and Jane E. Aaron, & Kay Limburg. 6th ed. HarperCollins: New York. 1995. By permission of Addison-Wesley Educational Publishers Inc.
A Website for Roots/Prefixes/Suffixes
http://www.edhelper.com/Word_Roots.htm
These are quizzes for you on structural analyses of words.
These are quizzes for you on structural analyses of words.
Context Clues Practice
For those of you who learn better on the screen than on the page, here are two fun quizzes to try:
http://www.english-zone.com/vocab/vic01.html
http://www.english-zone.com/vocab/vic02.html
http://www.english-zone.com/vocab/vic01.html
http://www.english-zone.com/vocab/vic02.html
Prefix Jeapordy--A Game for You to Try
http://www.quia.com/cb/221179.html
You can play this with one or two players. Try it, its fun!
You can play this with one or two players. Try it, its fun!
Vocabulary Practice Quiz (list two, words 41-80)
http://mytest.vocabtest.com/user_test.php?tid=44153
I Love Lucy: A Matter of Translation
http://guitargal.multiply.com/video/item/27
if you want to watch it again...
if you want to watch it again...
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Sharing Your Cultural Perspective (due Wednesday, 2/17)
Answer ONE of the following questions:
1. Is there a high incidence of CVD in your country? If yes, which risk factors do you think are responsible? If not, why not, in your opinion?
2. Do you know anyone who fits the Type A personality description? Which type are you? (You can google "Type A personality" to get more information.)
3. Do you think that you're at risk for CVD? Are there any changes that you could make in your lifestyle that would decrease your risk of CVD?
1. Is there a high incidence of CVD in your country? If yes, which risk factors do you think are responsible? If not, why not, in your opinion?
2. Do you know anyone who fits the Type A personality description? Which type are you? (You can google "Type A personality" to get more information.)
3. Do you think that you're at risk for CVD? Are there any changes that you could make in your lifestyle that would decrease your risk of CVD?
Friday, February 12, 2010
Have a phenomenal weekend!
I hope you had fun at our first Friday Fun day. Mushari, Eury, and Sebnem: We missed you!
I reminded you of the homework in class today. Please get up to date on roots, prefixes, and suffixes in RS. Also, read the chapter on business and do the exercises. Of course, keep working on your 10 words a day. Your vocabulary muscles should be getting stronger and stronger. Finally, please catch up on the blog.
See you on Monday,
HC
I reminded you of the homework in class today. Please get up to date on roots, prefixes, and suffixes in RS. Also, read the chapter on business and do the exercises. Of course, keep working on your 10 words a day. Your vocabulary muscles should be getting stronger and stronger. Finally, please catch up on the blog.
See you on Monday,
HC
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Friday Fun Day Tomorrow
As a reminder, tomorrow classes will meet in Oberholzer (OB) 301A/B. Take the steps up to the third floor and you will see the rooms.
First class: 8:30-9:30
Second class: 9:30-10:30
Party/Games: 10:30-12:30
Please feel free to bring food and drinks. There is a stove so we can heat up food. I will bring plates, napkins, and cups.
Also, please bring a poem, song, or story about LOVE from your language/country/culture to share with the class. You will be asked to present/perform as a group.
First class: 8:30-9:30
Second class: 9:30-10:30
Party/Games: 10:30-12:30
Please feel free to bring food and drinks. There is a stove so we can heat up food. I will bring plates, napkins, and cups.
Also, please bring a poem, song, or story about LOVE from your language/country/culture to share with the class. You will be asked to present/perform as a group.
TOEFL vocabulary practice quiz
On this online quiz, there are 50 questions. You are only given 10 seconds for each answer. It looks like good practice.
http://www.examenglish.com/TOEFL/toefl_vocabulary.htm
Here is another TOEFL vocabulary quiz to try:
http://www.vocaboly.com/vocabulary-test/toefl40.php
http://www.examenglish.com/TOEFL/toefl_vocabulary.htm
Here is another TOEFL vocabulary quiz to try:
http://www.vocaboly.com/vocabulary-test/toefl40.php
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
What Is Love? Some Wise Words to Read (and please feel free to add your own!)
Some definitions of LOVE...
"When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn't bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That's love."
~Rebecca- age 8
"When someone loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth."
"Love is when you go out to eat and give somebody most of your French fries without making them give you any of theirs." ~ Chrissy - age 6
"Love is what's in the room with you on Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen." ~ Bobby - age 7
"Love is when you tell a guy you like his shirt, then he wears it everyday." Noelle - age 7
"I know my older sister loves me because she gives me all her old clothes and has to go out and buy new ones." ~ Lauren - age 4
"You really shouldn't say 'I love you' unless you mean it. But if you mean it, you should say it a lot. People forget." ~ Jessica - age 8
Monday, February 8, 2010
A Story About Addiction (not required)
http://www.anonymousone.com/story74.htm
If you're interested in some extra reading...
If you're interested in some extra reading...
A Website on Addiction
As a followup to our discussion today on cocaine addiction, go to:
http://www.hbo.com/addiction/
Read the page (its not long) and click on the video.
If you want to learn more, you can click on some of the links.
http://www.hbo.com/addiction/
Read the page (its not long) and click on the video.
If you want to learn more, you can click on some of the links.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Sharing Your Cultural Perspective (due Wednesday, 2/10)
In the interviews we heard with the two ex-smokers, Pat and Donna, Pat's parents knew that he smoked, but Donna kept her smoking a secret from her parents as long as she could. Can you think of any reasons for this difference? In your culture, is it more acceptable for men to smoke than it is for women?
Friday, February 5, 2010
Have a great weekend, everybody!
Dear Students,
I really do want you to have a great weekend. I hope you believe me. Also, I want to tell you that I'm really enjoying both classes. I see that you are adjusting to the work and working hard, and this makes me very happy. I look forward to a lot of fun with you.
Nevertheless...a few reminders about homework:
1. Please complete the blog assignment that says "due Friday." Friday is today in case you were confused! I will post a new blog assignment that will be due next week.
2. Please be ready to discuss the "Cocaine" article on Monday. I'm sorry that we didn't manage to do it today. This is not new homework!
3. In RS, read the biology chapter on Immunity (pp.291-299, I believe), and complete the exercises. Remember to skim the article first to understand the general idea before you go back and read more carefully. Remember to read ACTIVELY, sitting up with pen in hand! Be ready with this for Tuesday, although we might not get to discuss it until Wednesday.
4. Please begin thinking about and preparing for your presentations. The point is the presentation. Your data does not have to be outstanding.
5. Of course, don't forget to keep learning your vocabulary words!!! There will be a test on list two next week. Also, I will give you a test on context clues some time next week.
If you want to contact me, email me: holly_cin@yahoo.com
Again, have a great weekend!
HC
I really do want you to have a great weekend. I hope you believe me. Also, I want to tell you that I'm really enjoying both classes. I see that you are adjusting to the work and working hard, and this makes me very happy. I look forward to a lot of fun with you.
Nevertheless...a few reminders about homework:
1. Please complete the blog assignment that says "due Friday." Friday is today in case you were confused! I will post a new blog assignment that will be due next week.
2. Please be ready to discuss the "Cocaine" article on Monday. I'm sorry that we didn't manage to do it today. This is not new homework!
3. In RS, read the biology chapter on Immunity (pp.291-299, I believe), and complete the exercises. Remember to skim the article first to understand the general idea before you go back and read more carefully. Remember to read ACTIVELY, sitting up with pen in hand! Be ready with this for Tuesday, although we might not get to discuss it until Wednesday.
4. Please begin thinking about and preparing for your presentations. The point is the presentation. Your data does not have to be outstanding.
5. Of course, don't forget to keep learning your vocabulary words!!! There will be a test on list two next week. Also, I will give you a test on context clues some time next week.
If you want to contact me, email me: holly_cin@yahoo.com
Again, have a great weekend!
HC
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Video Presentations for You to View
Leo, Mio, and Renato:
http://www.zshare.net/video/72114834f1c89e4d/
Jung, Nikolay, and Rui:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721113883896dadc/
King, Jin, Elif:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721113338088ca7b/
Manuel, Belal, and Medo:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7211131234259dce/
Mushari, Wesam, Euridice:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721091095f08b2c9/
Jing/Sung Ha/Turki:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7211724589ec79f4/
Ghadi, Suleiman:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721172265b0b33d8/
Sebnem, Nuch, Cristina:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7211663168285b81/
http://www.zshare.net/video/72114834f1c89e4d/
Jung, Nikolay, and Rui:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721113883896dadc/
King, Jin, Elif:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721113338088ca7b/
Manuel, Belal, and Medo:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7211131234259dce/
Mushari, Wesam, Euridice:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721091095f08b2c9/
Jing/Sung Ha/Turki:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7211724589ec79f4/
Ghadi, Suleiman:
http://www.zshare.net/video/721172265b0b33d8/
Sebnem, Nuch, Cristina:
http://www.zshare.net/video/7211663168285b81/
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Listening Exercise: How Positive Thinking Can Reduce Stress and Help You Enjoy Life More
http://www.zshare.net/download/720569281ea62a38/
To listen to this interesting piece on the power of positive thinking, go to the link and press download. It will take a moment for it to play.
After you listen, please share your thoughts on what you heard (as comments to this post).
(I found this information at MayoClinic.com)
To listen to this interesting piece on the power of positive thinking, go to the link and press download. It will take a moment for it to play.
After you listen, please share your thoughts on what you heard (as comments to this post).
(I found this information at MayoClinic.com)
Sharing Your Cultural Perspective (due Friday, 2/5)
For centuries, Western medicine has treated the body and paid almost no atention to the mind. As Professor Cash stated, health-care professionals are now starting to understand that the mind plays a powerful role in the health of the body. How does traditional medical practice in your culture view the connection between the mind and the body? And how does this view affect the way doctors and other health-care givers treat patients?
Please post your answer as comments to this post.
Please post your answer as comments to this post.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Friday, January 29, 2010
Vocabulary Lists
I will post your vocabulary lists as comments here. Click on comments and you will see your first list from this week's homework.
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