Grammar FAQs

Yesterday, an astute student asked me about reputable websites that explain English grammar. Of the three Use of English classes, about a dozen students have chosen to do research the web for sources of grammar exercises and explanations. I am grateful for their help in finding these websites. When evaluating the websites, I looked for those that were appropriate for advanced English language students. I further divided them into categories of reliable explantions, challenging and accurate exercises, and exercises that resemble the First Certificate English exams.  This is a source that describes the parts of speech, parsing, and syntax:  Nesbitt, M. L. (1885). Grammar-Land or Grammar in fun for the children of Schoolroomshire. New York: Holt. https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/66712/pg66712-images.html Here is a source for learning about the parts of speech and syntax.  Use of English 1 students will need to sign up for UE Spring 2022 on Khan Academy to receive credi...

Homework: Reader Response Journal 1 ( Due Wednesday, September 15) Template and instructions for reading journal: Reading Journal Template 1. Read and summarize the article in one sentence. Shortage of Hungarian Teachers 2- Identify the keywords and their definitions 3. Write yout answer to  this question either as a comment to this post or in the Coospace forum:   Does this article inspire you to be a teacher?  Why or why not? The full syllabus is available on CooSpace, but I have pasted the resources, graded tasks, and schedule for a quick reference. Resources Arizona State University & Crash Course (2020, Mar 31). The Writing Process: Study Hall Composition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McgOfJoQ4_I&list=PLNrrxHpJhC8mNXjrAL3Ey1Q6iI35cymz Australian National Institute of Management & Commerce (2019). Academic Writing: Library Guides. https://top-au.libguides.com/c.php?g=438320&p=3386772 BBC. (20) Go the Distance: Academic Writing. https://www....

Schedule for Communication Skills Spring 2022 MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS Two speeches/ forum discussion (15%, 25%) One presentation (20%) Digital Notebook (15%) 12 YouTube video commentaries (10%) Improvisational Speeches and Class Participation (15%) MODULE 1 Focus: Self-Management, Discourse Management, & Interaction Topic Preparation: 1-3 Session 1: Introductions & Getting Acquainted Homework 1: Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPLIw64rLJc Write about how the king deals with nervousness Session 2: Anxiety Management Homework 2: Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAnw168huqA List and describe the four steps that Abrahams suggests for successful impromptu speaking Outline two ways that you can organize an impromptu speech? Session 3: Confidence Homework 3: Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2MR5XbJtXU According to Carol Goyder, what can you do to speak with confidence? Which techniques does she apply from last week’s tips? What else does she do to make her speech intere...