Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for Teaching & Education

BLOCK 25. Teaching pronunciation to children It is important to teach pronunciation because good Pronunciation is very important for communication. It is important that you speak clearly and that other people understand What you mean: intelligibility. It is important to say that it is not Necessary for students or teacher to have an English accent.Jazz chants (the song of Simple, short and repetitive songs to teach new vocabulary), rhymes and songscan be used as…-Warmers-As A transition from one activity to the next-To Introduce new language-To Practice / revise language-To Change the mood-To Get everybody’s attention

It is good use jazz chants, rhymes and songs because They are…-A linguistic resource (introduces/ practice New language,... Continue reading "Concept of education" »

Antonio's British Adventures

A Young Spaniard's Exploration of Britain

Antonio, a young Spanish man with an American father, recently graduated from Salamanca University. Having spent considerable time in the United States, he embarked on a journey to visit friends he met during his university years in Britain.

Antonio's Itinerary:

• London
• York
• Oxford
• Cardiff
• Cornwall
• Manchester
• Edinburgh
• Scotland

Experiences Antonio Seeks:

• Pubs
• Carnival
• Theatre
• Old Markets
• Cathedrals
• Castles
• Restaurants
• Football Matches

Through his travels, Antonio learns that generalizing about British people and their customs is inaccurate, a valuable lesson he shares with his friend Mark and with us, the readers.

London (Chapters 1 and 2)

Antonio and his Spanish friend, Pablo, visit a traditional... Continue reading "Antonio's British Adventures: A Journey Through Culture and Customs" »

I am writing to apply for the position of Accounting Administrative.

I am currently studying a course to get access to Administration and Finance.

As you can see in my CV, I studied:

• Basic level of vocational training in Commerce and Marketing
• Intermediate level of vocational training in Management and Administration
• Higher level of vocational training in Administration and Finance

I have worked for 4 years and 7 months as an Administrative Assistant for Movistar.

I have experience in:

• Document management and archiving
• Attention and contact with customers, commercial, and suppliers
• Bank reconciliation
• Book/accounting entries
• Taxes - impuestos

I feel I am suitable for this role as I have a great deal of experience in Administrative Assistant with more than... Continue reading "Experienced Administrative Assistant with Accounting Skills" »

The 3 Types of Supporting Materials

Supporting materials in a speech are crucial for building credibility and persuading the audience. They can be examples, testimonies, and statistics and facts.

Examples

Examples can be brief, extended, or hypothetical, providing different perspectives on the topic.

Testimonies

Testimonies, whether from experts or eyewitnesses, add credibility to the speech.

Facts and Statistics

Facts are documented information, while statistics quantify evidence to support the speaker's points.

The 3 Persuasive Appeals by Aristoteles

Aristoteles identified three persuasive appeals: Logos, Pathos, and Ethos.

Logos

Logos appeals to logical reason and encompasses the content and arguments of the speech.

Pathos

Pathos appeals to the emotions... Continue reading "Mastering Persuasive Speech: Supporting Materials, Appeals, and Delivery" »

Separate the People from the Problem

The relationship tends to become entangled with the problem. Negotiators have to separate the relationship from the substance and deal directly with the people's problem. How to do it?

• Put yourself in the shoes of your counterpart.
• Talk about the ideas and expectations of both parties.
• Do not hold your counterpart responsible for your own problems.

Make sure the other party is involved in the decision and actively participates. Make it possible for them to "save face": Adapt your suggestions to the value system of your negotiation partner.

Articulate your emotions and acknowledge that they are justified. Allow the other party to let off steam.

Use symbolic gestures (e.g., shaking hands, a small gift).

Listen attentively... Continue reading "Effective Negotiation Strategies" »

Traveling can be an incredible and life-changing experience. One of the biggest benefits of traveling is that it allows you to see the world and learn about different cultures and ways of life. You can try new foods, learn new languages, and explore new landscapes, all of which can broaden your horizons and help you develop a more nuanced understanding of the world.

However, traveling can also be expensive and time-consuming. It can be difficult to balance work and travel, and you may find that you're constantly on the go, which can be tiring and stressful. Additionally, traveling can be dangerous, especially if you're traveling alone or in unfamiliar areas.

Despite these challenges, many people find that the benefits of traveling far outweigh... Continue reading "Time of useful consciousness" »

Rebeca's Application to Kent University's Training Program

Dear Human Resources,

During my Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Business, I have met many people who have spoken highly of Kent University. They recommended that I contact you directly to receive more information about your training program.

Through my degree in Management, I have learned many aspects of commercial management, and my interest in the subject has grown. Therefore, I would like to further my studies at your esteemed university. I believe this represents a significant career opportunity that would allow me to dedicate my future to my passion.

Additionally, I am considering enrolling in a training course this holiday season to gain more knowledge in this field.

I... Continue reading "Enhance Your Business Acumen with Kent University's Training Program" »

What routine:

Is the usual series of things that you do at a particular time. A routine is also the practice of regularly doing thing in a fixed order.

Benefits:

• Classroom gets easily organized.
• Sense of security and control over environment.
• Daily planning.
• Repetition.
• Linguistic short commands.
• Self-control, positive behaviour, social skills.

TPR:

Coordination of speech and action. Commands become more complex as the progresses. Active participation.

Circle Time:

Favours communication. Many routines are developed in this position. Can be used for other purposes. Harrys and Fuqua (children gather on carpet. Start singing song of greeting. Calendar routine. Helper observes weather and arranges poster.

Read, C-wheel:

Context (need natural, real and make sense... Continue reading "Benefits of Classroom Routines and Activities for Children" »

Response Through Action (TPR):

Even in our mother tongue, we do not always respond to a linguistic message with another linguistic message. Very often, the fact of doing something is an adequate response to a message just received. So, a physical answer is also a way to prove partial or total comprehension (when the child hears 'Come here', he/she does not answer 'I'm coming'. He/she simply does it).

Besides, we often understand more than we are able to speak so in the first steps learning a language, a physical response plays an especially significant role.

Teach Full Subjects in English (CLIL):

CLIL refers to teaching subjects to students through a foreign language and suggests equilibrium between content and language learning. The non-language... Continue reading "Effective Language Learning Strategies for Children" »