Presentation 1
Each student will deliver a short presentation (between 5 to 7 minutes) about a technological device, invention or scientific development that has had a great impact on contemporary society. Your presentation must include:
- Definition (what is it? What does it do?)
- Description (what is made of? What are its parts? What does it look like?)
- Process (how does it work?)
- Chronological order (when was it invested/discovered? How has it changed/developed over time)
- Impact (explain how the selected item has affected our life today, if possible, in positive and negative ways).
- Your presentation has to be accompanied by visual support, a powerpoint slideshow or prezi or any other.
- You are expected to apply what we learn in class about effective presentations.
The first half of the class will present on Wednesday, March 11th from 12 to 1 P.M. The second half will present on Friday, March 13th. Halves will be distributed according to the order of the list.
The presentation will be graded according to this scale.
Presentation 2: The music of one generation
Each student will deliver a short presentation (between 5 to 6 minutes plus song time) about an song in English that had left a mark in a generation or decade (either because of popularity or controversy). Based on models of song reviews discussed in class, student will...
- Play the song (audio or video) in class.
- Explain the content of the song (discussing or explaining the lyrics and what the song is about).
- Background of the song (author, band/singer, genre, characteristics of the genre, characteristics of the song, and other relevant details).
- Reception (how did people react to the song? What about critics? How did it affect its time and people? Was it banned? is it still remembered?).
- Apart from the song, students must use visual support.
The first half of the class will present on Wednesday, March 25th from 12 to 1 P.M. The second half will present on Friday, March 27th. Halves will be distributed according to the order of the list.
The presentation will be graded according to this scale.
Speech
Each student will deliver a speech in class according to these guidelines:
Choose one of the following situations:
Option A: Imagine you are the best student of your class and you have been selected to deliver the graduation speech. It is graduation day at Universidad del Valle, you are standing in front of your peers, parents and former professors in the formal graduation act. Graduation speeches usually include most (not necessarily all) of these moves: a) express happiness for the achievement; b) thank parents, faculty, relatives for their support; c) offer a recollection of college life; d) present an evaluation of what has been learned (from an emotional and practical point of view); and e) seek to inspire and motivate the newly graduates to be the best they can in their future.
Resources: Visit this link for tips and ideas both on content and delivery.
Option B: Imagine you are running for election as candidate to the university students union. Election day is drawing closer and there is one last chance to talk to the students about why they should vote for you. You will be in one of the university auditoria and many will come to listen to you. Deliver a convincing speech that makes students want to vote for you. Make it short and concise. Address the main issues on campus and some academic issues and say what can be done to solve those issues.
Resources: Visit this link for tips and ideas both on content and delivery.
Option C: You are one of the most important English teachers in your country because of your experience, your achievements and your academic productivity. You are being awarded a special order by the university where you work. In your acceptance speech, apart from other social formulas you must comply to (thanking, expressing how you feel, acknowledging other people's role in your life, etc.), address some of the issues and future challenges of teaching English in Colombia.
Resources: Visit this link for tips and ideas both on content and delivery.
Option D: This is the most challenging option. Imagine you will have to give an acceptance speech for an important award you are receiving. First decide on the award (The Oscar, The Grammy, etc.) and imagine why you receive the award (acting, singing, directing, writing, etc.). Then prepare your acceptance speech. The resource link from option C, will also be useful for this option.
Method of delivery: We will try to simulate the situation and context. You will have between 7 and 8 minutes and you are expected to apply what we learn in class about speeches.
A first group of the class will present on Monday, May 4th.
Gomez Jaramillo Paola Andrea
Hernández Narda Paola
Lopez David
Maluche Aguirre Daniela
Martinez Caicedo Miguel Angel
Martinez Largo Estefania
Moreno Ramirez Angela Maria
Ortiz Giraldo Camila
Perafan Jaramillo Angie Katherine
A second one will present on Wednessday, May 6th.
Ardila Valentina
Benitez Renteria Andres Eduardo
Cabrera John
Castillo Julián Andrés
Coral Ortega Maribel
Diaz Suarez Maria Lucia
Escobar Aguirre Nathaly
Florez Jimenez Angie Karime
and the final group will present on Monday, May 8th.
Perez Fuentes Maria Juliana
Porras Agudelo Juan David
Restrepo Adriana
Rodriguez Ortiz Maria Margarita
Valencia Gonzalez Jessica
Vallejo Soto Juan David
Vargas Hurtado Karen
Velilla Cepeda Christian Camilo
The presentation will be graded according to this scale.
Presentation 3: Film Review
- Title of the movie
- Cast and crew
- Summary plot
- Commentary and personal appreciation
The last point implies evaluating the movie from different points of view and supporting his or her comments with reasons and arguments, not just expressing taste. Again, visual support will be required and short clips from the movie or the trailer can be used.
The first half of the class will present on Wednessday, May 27th from 12 to 1 P.M. The second half will present on Friday, May 29th. Halves will be distributed according to the order of the list.
Audio-diary
An important aspect in language learning is reflection. learners have to reflect on the language, their learning process, their strengths and weaknesses and the strategies they could use to improve. In some of your previous courses in integrated skills in English, you were probably asked to keep a journal or diary reflecting on these aspects. In this course you will do it too, but in spoken language, not written.
I will give you six suggested topics for you to reflect on. From those topics, select 3. Read the topic, consider the questions, reflect on it and then podcast it.
If you are not familiar with podcasting, here's a tutorial.
Although the video explains podomatic, you can use any other different podcast provider. Here's a list of some of the most popular providers for free:
ivoox
podomatic
Podbean
Once you record and upload the podcast, send me the link to it to carlos.mayora@correounivalle.edu.co
Click here to see the topics suggested for your audio journal.
Short video
News report:
Following the characteristics of news report, create a video of an event (real or simulated) that might be relevant and important of your community or the university.
A short documentary:
Following the characteristics of documentaries, create a video in which you focus on a topic/problem or cultural aspect that might be of interest in the university or your community.
Some suggested topics:
- Freshmen at the foreign language teaching program at Univalle.
- An outstanding professor from the school of language studies.
- Social issues (stereotypes, discrimination, poverty) on campus or in Cali.
- Infrastructure problems in the university or in your community.
The video will be assessed on its content (language, organization of information, use of rhetoric, etc.) and not on technical details. However, make sure that image and sound quality is acceptable so that it can be viewed and understood fairly clearly. This is the scoring rubric.
Extensive listening
The instructions and format for this activity are published on this page. In this space I will be posting partial reports every two or three weeks. The criteria for assessing this activity will also be posted here in due time.
Short listening exercises in class
During the term we will do a few listening quizzes in class. They will resemble the listening section of some proficiency exams such as the ECC or the TOEFL. They will be announced in class in due time.
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