(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 6
René Larenas M. 11 Oct 202211/10/22 a las 11:17 hrs.2022-10-11 11:17:11 Information for next lesson
Dear Students,
For our lesson for today (October 7th.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 6' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
(2) Here we have already explained how: Video Talk #1 evaluation ['An activity you like to do in your free time'] is going to work for us during this semester. You need to deliver this video by October 21st. After this date, you get a 5.0 as a top mark. You need to upload it to the 'tareas' section.
(3) Blog entry 2 has already been uploaded. Here's the link: https://english-4-fcqf.blogspot.com/2022/09/english-4-post-2-choosing-between-the.html You need to deliver this activity by Oct 7th
(4) This next Friday we will explain how Blog Entry 3 is going to work.
For our next lesson (October 12th.)
(1) We will be working on our next lesson which will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles),
‘Growing tomatoes digitally ’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTNYv61UTGQ
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:(2.1.1) What benefits could this digitally controlled methodology of growth bring to people's nutrition?
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 5
René Larenas M. 6 Oct 202206/10/22 a las 17:13 hrs.2022-10-06 17:13:06 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (October 5th.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 5.1' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
(2) Here we have already explained how: Video Talk #1 evaluation ['An activity you like to do in your free time'] is going to work for us during this semester, this means,
(2.1) A .docx document has already been uploaded in which you can find a detailed description of the evaluation format, and delivery rules, among other technicalities. So, please, take a look at this document that goes under the name of '(S.9)_English_4_FCQF_Video_Talk_1_Instructions_&_Procedures.docx'
(2.2) Another .docx document has already been uploaded in which you can find the rubric for Video Talk #1. This document goes under the name of '(S.9)_English_4_FCQF_A_Video_Talk_1_Rubric.docx'
(2.3) You need to deliver this video by October 21st. After this date, you get a 5.0 as a top mark. You need to upload it to the 'tareas' section.
(3) Blog entry 2 has already been uploaded. Here's the link: https://english-4-fcqf.blogspot.com/2022/09/english-4-post-2-choosing-between-the.html You need to deliver this activity by Oct 7th
For our next lesson (October 7th.)
(1) We will be working on our next lesson which will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles),
‘Growing tomatoes digitally ’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTNYv61UTGQ
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:(2.1.1) What benefits could this digitally controlled methodology of growth bring to people's nutrition?
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 5
René Larenas M. 30 Sep 202230/09/22 a las 16:23 hrs.2022-09-30 16:23:30 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (September 30th.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 5' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
(2) Here we have already explained how: Video Talk #1 evaluation ['An activity you like to do in your free time'] is going to work for us during this semester, this means,
(2.1) A .docx document has already been uploaded in which you can find a detailed description of the evaluation format, and delivery rules, among other technicalities. So, please, take a look at this document that goes under the name of '(S.9)_English_4_FCQF_Video_Talk_1_Instructions_&_Procedures.docx'
(2.2) Another .docx document has already been uploaded in which you can find the rubric for Video Talk #1. This document goes under the name of '(S.9)_English_4_FCQF_A_Video_Talk_1_Rubric.docx'
(2.3) You need to deliver this video by October 21st. After this date, you get a 5.0 as a top mark. You need to upload it to the 'tareas' section.
(3) Blog entry 2 has already been uploaded. Here's the link: https://english-4-fcqf.blogspot.com/2022/09/english-4-post-2-choosing-between-the.html You need to deliver this activity by Oct 7th
(4) The audiovisual material [capsule] for this lesson has been already uploaded and it can be found in the 'Clase Virtual' section.
For our next lesson (October 5th.)
(1) We will be working on our next lesson that will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles), ‘Katharina Fromm, Professor of Chemistry’, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NH-Hotflc8
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:
(2.1.1) Please describe Professor Katarina's research (00:47)
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
[Extra Announcement] Sept. 30th lesson will be done synchronically (attendance w 8
René Larenas M. 29 Sep 202229/09/22 a las 14:56 hrs.2022-09-29 14:56:29 Information for next lesson
At the Faculty's request, Friday's lesson will be done synchronically [meaning that you will have to connect from an electronic device]. Also, attendance will not be taken into consideration
So, as you know an online [synchronous] lesson means that:
(1) 15 minutes before the synchronous (online) lesson starts, please log to ‘u-cursos’ ('Clase Virtual' section) and connect to the lesson from there
(2) Once the lesson is finished, I will be sending you 2 items,
(2.1) The teaching material (PPT file and an audio file), if required, and
(2.2) The lesson will be recorded for you to have an archive to look at. This video link will be attached to the 'Clase Virtual' section, in other words, the audio-visual lesson archive will be saved on ‘u-cursos’
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Have a nice weekend
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 4
René Larenas M. 29 Sep 202229/09/22 a las 11:44 hrs.2022-09-29 11:44:29 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (September 28th.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 4' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
(2) Here we have already explained how: Video Talk #1 evaluation ['An activity you like to do in your free time'] is going to work for us during this semester, this means,
(2.1) A .docx document has already been uploaded in which you can find a detailed description of the evaluation format, and delivery rules, among other technicalities. So, please, take a look at this document that goes under the name of '(S.9)_English_4_FCQF_Video_Talk_1_Instructions_&_Procedures.docx'
(2.2) Another .docx document has already been uploaded in which you can find the rubric for Video Talk #2. This document goes under the name of '(S.9)_English_4_FCQF_A_Video_Talk_1_Rubric.docx'
(2.3) You need to deliver this video by October 21st. After this date, you get a 5.0 as a top mark. You need to upload it to the 'tareas' section.
For our next lesson (September 30th.)
(1) We will be working on our next lesson that will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles), ‘Katharina Fromm, Professor of Chemistry’, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NH-Hotflc8
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:
(2.1.1) Please describe Professor Katarina's research (00:47)
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
(3) We will present our '2nd Blog Entry' [next Friday]
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 8
René Larenas M. 26 Sep 202226/09/22 a las 19:04 hrs.2022-09-26 19:04:26 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (September 28th.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 3.1' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
For our next lesson (September 30th.)
(1) We will be working on our next lesson that will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles), ''How to fit in a university', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf_O4a3ivbc
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:
(2.1.1) In what way is this video presenting anything different or similar to your student life?
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
(3) We will present our 'Video Talk #1' [next Wednesday] activity, as well as the '2nd Blog Entry' [next Friday]
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this week 7
René Larenas M. 21 Sep 202221/09/22 a las 18:50 hrs.2022-09-21 18:50:21 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (September 21st.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 2.1' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
For our next lesson (September 23rd.)
(1) We will be working on our next lesson that will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles), 'How to fit in a university', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf_O4a3ivbc
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:
(2.1.1) In what way is this video presenting anything different or similar to your student life?
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this week [no 11
René Larenas M. 5 Sep 202205/09/22 a las 16:14 hrs.2022-09-05 16:14:05 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (September 2nd.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Lesson 1' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
For our lessons for this week (Sept. 7th. and 9th.)
(1) Asynchronous material [Lessons 2 and 3] are already uploaded to 'material docente'
For our next lesson (September 21st.)
(1) We will be working on our fourth lesson that will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles), 'How to fit in a university', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf_O4a3ivbc
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:
(2.1.1) In what way is this video presenting anything different or similar to your student life?
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back.
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 11
René Larenas M. 1 Sep 202201/09/22 a las 14:18 hrs.2022-09-01 14:18:01 Information for next lesson
For our lesson for today (August 31st.)
(1) The PPT file for 'Introductory Lesson' can be found in the ‘Material Docente’ section
(2) The PPT Files found in the '[Anexo 1]' section are composed of (a) Syllabus, which is a class-to-class map route where you may find the lessons' topics and contents, and (b) Program, which is a formal presentation [General Description] of this English 4 course, in which you can find some General and Specific Objectives this program aims to work on, some Linguistic competences this Program aims to develop, among other pieces of information
(3) The PDF files found in the '[Anexo 2]' section are composed of #4 documents which will inform you about a legal framework, some regulations and protocols that are key for you to read.
For our next lesson (September 2nd.)
(1) We will be working on our first lesson that will be divided into two parts as we already know, (a) Linguistic (some grammatical structures in communicational contexts for the most part and autonomous work for all of the asynchronous evaluations) and (b) Communicative (video debates)
(1.1) For the second part of this next lesson, please, watch the following video (it contains English Subtitles), 'How to get ready for university', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wyCkQN9rqY
(2.1) Once you have watched it, please think about the following questions:
(2.1.1) In what way is this video presenting anything different or similar to your student life? How did you deal with University when you were first-year students?
(2.1.2) With the information provided by the video, comment on one point that you think is relevant. Provide two reasons for this relevance.
In case of doubt, please do not hesitate to contact me back,
Best Regards
(S.9) English 4 (CEFR: B1) Some Recommendations and Guidelines for this next les 16
René Larenas M. 29 Ago 202229/08/22 a las 17:56 hrs.2022-08-29 17:56:29 Information for next lesson
My name is René Larenas Moyano, and I will be this semester’s English '4' teacher. I would like to tell you that you are very welcome to this course that will (hopefully) begin next Wednesday, August 31st, from 3:45 p.m. until 5:15 p.m.., in Classroom #7. This implies the following,
(1) We will be having #2 lessons each week
Wednesdays, Classroom #7 (3:45 pm - 5:15 pm) and Fridays, Laboratory CIQ (3:45 pm - 5:15 pm)
(2) For next Wednesday (August 31st) the very first lesson will be dealing with administrative issues, while the second (September 2nd) onwards, will be focused on developing productive linguistic abilities (i.e. Speaking and Writing)
(2.1) Administrative Issues means; (2.1.1) Evaluations, (2.1.2) Evaluation dates, (2.1.3) Rubric criteria, (2.1.4) Rules and Regulations, (2.1.5) Lesson Format and Teaching Methodology
(3) I beg you to please come to every single lesson you can and try to be on time [be as punctual as you can]
(4) Once every lesson is finished, I will be uploading 2 items to this platform,
(4.1) The teaching material (PPT file and an audio file), if required, and
(4.2) A 'Novedades' notification for you to have a more accurate description of what we will be doing in the next lesson
(5) Any questions you may have, either in English or Spanish, please feel free to write back. Answers will be delivered typically in English
Best Regards