The Politics of Marriage Part 2

Here is the lesson from today.

Here is a link to the podcast for the listening assignment.

Below you will find links to the listening files from the textbook for today's homework.

Here is Passage 7 pg. 332
Here is Passage 8 pg. 333
Here is Passage 9 pg. 334
Here is Passage 10 pg. 335

The Politics of Marriage - Part 1

Here is a link to the lesson from class today. Here is a copy of the syllabus for Glenview that was distributed in class today. Here is a copy of the syllabus for Chicago.

Please remember that if you do not attend class, you are still responsible for the homework unless you have made a previous arrangement with me.

For today, students are responsible for the following for homework assignments.

• Compass passages 7-10 from chapter 6 "Organization Questions" (See links below)
• Passage 2 from the lesson. Please answer the questions.
• Five vocabulary sentences using any five unfamiliar words from the lesson.

Please remember to bring $6.00 for our holiday party at Senoya to class. All are welcome!

Here is a link to Compass passage 7 page 320.

Here is a link to Compass passage 8 page 321.

Here is a link to Compass passage 9 page 322.

Here is a link to Compass passage 10 page 323.

E-mail me if you have any questions.

Final Project Information

Here is a schedule for next week. If you are still confused about the project, here is a copy of the instructions. I will check the blog for comments regarding questions and concerns.

Have a great weekend.

Animal Communication

Here is Lesson 1 on Animal Communication

Here is Lesson 2 on Animal Communication. We did not have enough time to complete most materials in class. However, if you are interested in viewing the two video clips on this subject, please view the clip from class here and the second part to this video here.

Don't forget that homework is:
Compass - Vocabulary Review and Mini Test 2 pp 308-312
Work on midterm
Revise returned TOEFL essays
Study for vocabulary quiz

The large ACT Reading test is optional, but here is the answer key to check your answers.

Women in Combat

Here is the listening file.

Listening Files from Compass

Here is the second passage from the mini quiz

Here is the third passage from the mini quiz

Here is passage 1 from Chapter 3 "Purpose"

Here is passage 2 from Chapter 3 Purpose"

Here is passage 3 from Chapter 3 "Purpose"

Compass Listening Passages

Please complete any of the compass listening passages from your textbook Chapter 2 "Detail Questions"

Passage 1
Passage 2
Passage 3
Passage 4
Passage 5
Passage 6
Passage 7
Passage 8
Passage 9
Passage 10

In addition, please do the vocabulary review and the mini-test. You can find a link to the mini test here.

Don't forget to bring $10.00 for your ticket to A Chrsitmas Carol. TEOFL students will attend the fieldtrip in the mroning, but will still return for some TOEFL work after the performance.

Lesson Materials on The Horse Dealer's Daughter

Here is Part 1 of the lesson. Enjoy!

Lessons on the Goldilocks Planet

Here is Part 1, which includes the reading passges. If you missed class. You will need to read these passages and answer the questions.

Here is Part 2, which includes the Listening. If you would like to review the podcast, you can find a link with a transcript here.

Here is the voabulary list for the Quiz on Monday.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Lessons for 11/01/10-11/03/10

Here is the first lesson on Poe.

Here is the second lesson on Poe.

Here is a link to the biographical film on Poe.

Here is a link to the first lesson on gender and intelligence.

Here is a link to the second lesson on gender and intelligence.

Here is a link to the newstream on iq. Please copmplete section 3 of this stream for homework.

NO VOCAB QUIZ ON MONDAY

I realize that I did not distribute a vocabulary list on Thursday for the quiz on Monday. The quiz will now be postponed until Tuesday and a vocabulary list will be available on Monday in class. Students wishing to take the quiz on Monday may do so during the lunch break.

Also, here is the second part of the film. IF you were not able to complete the second part of the assignment, do not worry. However, you are welcome to watch this section and answer the questions for extra practice.

Lesson Materials for 10/25-10/28/10

Here is the R/W lesson on Galileo.

Here is the L/S lesson on Gallileo.

Here is a link to the podcast about Gallileo.

Here is the R/W lesson on GM Foods, which includes the instructions for a Qualification essay.

Here is the L/S lesson on GM Foods.

Here is a link to the lecture on GM Foods.

Here is link to the video segment on the advantages of GM Foods.

Link for Listening Exercise 10/19/10

Here is the link to the listening file on Birth Order. Try not to use the transcript.

Sleep well and prepare for the TOEFL Exam tomorrow.

Hemingway Midterm Project

Here is the lesson from 10/12/10. Here is a link to the first Hemingway story A Day's Wait.



Here is the lesson from 10/13/14. This lesson includes the second Hemingway story A Clean, Well-Lighted Place. This lesson also contains instructions on finding evidence in the text to support your theme/themes.



Here is the lesson from 10/14/10. Here is a link to the critical essay on Death in Hemingway's short stories. This lesson contains instructions for the outline.



Your essay must make reference to three short stories by Hemingway. We read two stories in class. Please choose one from the following three stories. Remember, you will need to print the story you select and "mark it up" by underlining, highlighting, and taking notes. This will help you write the essay.



Story 1: Indian Camp


Story 2: A Natural History of the Dead


Story 3: Nobody Ever Dies

10/6/10 and 10/7/10 Lessons

Here is the lesson from 10/6/10

Here is the lesson from 10/7/10

10/4/10 and 10/5/10 Lessons

Here is the lesson from 10/4/10.

Here is the lesson from 10/5/10

Lessons 9/29 & 9/30

Here is a link to the lesson on the Great Recession from 9/29

Here is a link to the lesson from 9/30, which includes the url's for the podcasts we listened to in class from the series "Hard Working"

Don't forget to study for the vocabulary quiz on Monday. A list of words from the lesson are included in Lesson 9/30.

9/27 and 9/28 Lessons

Hope you enjoyed reading this really interesting story about the conflict between freedom and equality in society.

Here is a link to the 9/27 lesson, which includes a copy of the story.

Here is a link to 9/28 lesson, which includes additional questions and considerations.

Here is a link to the lecture I read in class.

Here is a link to the podcast on Vonnegut that we did not get to in class. You can get extra practice by trying to listen and answer the questions.

Here is a videoclip of Harrison Bergeron that you might enjoy.

9/22/10 and 9/23/10 Lessons

Here is the lesson from 9/22

Here is the lesson from 9/23

Here is a link to the lecture on Acid Rain that I read in class.

Here is a link to the podcast on Dead zones we worked on in class (this podcast includes a transcript).

Remember NO HOMEWORK OR VOCABULARY QUIZ THIS WEEKEND!

Lessons 9/20 and 9/21

Here is the lesson from 9/2o on Benedict Arnold.

Here is the lesson from 9/21 on Benedict Arnold.

Here is the podcast from class that describes the relationship between Washington and Arnold.

Here is an additional podcast about the history of Benedict Arnold.

9/15 and 9/16

Here is the lesson from 9/15 on immigration.

Here is the lesson from 9/16 on immigration.

Here is a link to the streamed newstory about the "Dream Act" immigration reform that we worked on in class.

Here is a link to an additional newstory about the deportation of undocumented workers. Although we did not have a chance to work on this in class, you might find it interesting. You also have comprehension questions in the 9/16 lesson for extra practice.

Don't forget to work on mini-research papers based on your survey responses. There is also a vocabulary quiz on Monday. A list of words is included in the 9/16 lesson. However, there will also be words from the previous weeks.

Have a great weekend and study hard on this gloomy day.

9/13 & 9/14 Lessons

Here is part 1 of the lesson on the Vonnegut story 2BR02B.

Here is part 2 of the lesson from 9/14/10.

If you would like to read more about the author, check out this page.

9/7-9/9 Lesson Materials

Here are the lessons and supplemental materials for the three lessons on Stem Cell Research.

Here is the lesson from 9/7/10.

Here is the lesson from 9/8/10

Here is the lesson from 9/9/10

Here is a link to the podcast on rebuilding heart tissue using stem cells.

Here is alink to the podcast on the outcomes of the Korean stem cell controversy.

Enjoy!

Class link, materials and vocabulary list

Wow! What a great first week of the new term.

Here is the link to the video from class. Feel free to stop and start the video as needed in order to answer the questions.

Here is a link to the class materials from 9/11. This link includes the list of vocabulary words that may appear on the quiz on Tuesday.

Enjoy the day off on Monday and remember to study for the quiz.

Have a great weekend.

Lesson materials for 9/1

Here is the lesson for 9/1 in case you missed class. You will need to complete and submit all reading passages.

Good news! Textbooks have arrived and will be distributed tomorrow.

As always, please contact me if you have any questions.

Links and Lesson materials for 8/30/10 and 8/31/10

Hello,

I've enjoyed meeting the new members of class and welcoming back returning students.

Here is a link for the lesson from 8/30.

Here is a link for the lesson from 8/31

Here is a link to the class podcast about juvenile detention. Please go back and listen to the selection one more time, paying particular attention to the words we learned in class.

Here is the link to the homework podcast. Feel free to listen to the podcast many times and start and stop the selection as needed. Don't forget to compose a paragraph summary of the podcast.

Additional homework assignments include vocabulary sentences and an outline for the essay.

I will be meeting with you individually tomorrow to view your outline and to discuss your TOEFL results.

8/11 & 8/12 Links and Class Materials

Here is the link for the 8/11 lesson, which includes Part 1 of the story.

Here is the link for the 8/12 lesson, which includes the conclusion of the story.

Here is a link to the podcast in which the story is read aloud. The podcast contains a brief discussion of the story.

Here is a link to another podcast in which the biographer of the author Shirley Jackson discusses the story (just in case you want a little more listening practice).

Finally, here is a vocabulary list for Monday's vocabulary quiz (there will be a review section from the previous week as well) and a sample ONE EXAMPLE ESSAY using a literary example.

Please have a great weekend and study hard for your quiz. The quiz will begin promptly at 9:00am, so please be on time.

Cloning Podcast

Here it is!

Have a good evening.

Remember, that the homework has been changed to five vocabulary sentences and answering questions based on the podcast.

If you are interested there is a movie with Scarlett Johanson called "The Island" that is about many of the concepts we discussed in class. Check it out!

8/9 and 8/10 Lessons and Listening Link

Hello,

Here is the link for today's podcast on human cloning. As always refrain from using the provided transcripts, but stop and start the listening segment as needed.

Here is a link to lesson 8/9

Here is a link to lesson 8/10

Good luck!

Links to lessons from 8/4 and 8/5

Here is the link to lesson 8/4

Here is the link to lesson 8/5

8/3 Listening Assignment and Class Materials

Here is a link to today's podcast. Stop and start as needed, but avoid viewing the transcript.

Here is a link to today's lesson.

8/2 Syllabus & Class Materials

Here is the new course syllabus for the upcoming four-week block. Please note that all correspondence including e-mailed homework should now be submitted to gretchenesl@gmail.com Also, please note the important dates in the next four weeks:

• 8/18/10 Full Length ibt TOFL Simulation
• 8/24/10 Whole School Progress Test - Reading and Listening
• 8/25/10 Speaking Interviews

Here is a link to today's lesson on the politics of abortion. Homework includes ten vocabulary sentences, completion of reading passage 2, and the letter to President Obama.

7/19 & 7/20 Class Materials

Here is the independent listening assignment for today's class. Please do not refer to the transcript as you complete the assignment. Stop and start the recording if you need to help you answer the questions.

Here is the news stream we worked on together in class, in case you would like to go back and listen to it again. There is also a transcript of the podcast.

Here is the lesson from 7/19 and here is the lesson from 7/20. If you miss class, please see me to ask about what work must be made up.

7/14 & 7/15 Class Materials

For your records and in case you missed class, here is the lesson for 7/14/10 and here is the lesson for 7/15/10.

If you were not able to give your powerpoint presentation on Ansel Adams in class, you still must give the presentation. Please see me if you are unclear about the instructions.

Class Materials and Listening Link

Hello students,

Greetings from Wisconsin. I am having an awesome vacation.

Here is the link to the film on Mars. Please feel free to stop and start the recording as needed.

Study hard, be good to the sub, and continue to speak English as often as you can. I will see you on Monday.

7/7 and 7/7 Class and Homework Materials

Here is a link to the lesson from 7/7

Here is link to the lesson from 7/8

Here is a link to the video you must watch and comment on as part of your homework assignment. Please comment on the video by clicking on "comment" below. Next answer the questions on a separate paper and submit.

Don't forget to study for the vocabulary quiz on Monday!

7/6/10 Lesson

Wow, what a great day in class! I'm so excited about getting to know the new students better and seeing all of you contineu to improve your English.

Here is a link to today's lesson.

Just a reminder about homework
1. Compose five vocabulary sentenes
2. Read passage 3 and answer questions
3. Find an article on this topic and compose questions. Submit both article and questions.

Turn hard copies of homework in or send them by e-mail to gretchenesl@gmail.com

Have a great night!

6/22/10 and 6/23/10 Lessons

Here is the lesson from 6/22/10. Per our arrangement the progression of the Korean team to the next round precluded any homework assignments.

However, the American victory does not. Please find the lesson for today's class here. Select one of the two articles on this topic and compose eight questions as assigned in the lesson. Here is article one and here is article two. In addition compose ten vocabulary sentences.

Link for Nanotechnology Podcast - Class Assignment 6/22/10

Here is a link for the podcast. Its a challenging one, but don't be discouraged. Remember, you can stop, start, and replay the selection.

Let's have a great class, a dynamic discussion, and an afternoon of victorious sport! Go Korea!

6/21/10 Lesson

Here is a link to today's lesson. Just a reminder, there are three homework assignments:

1. Read passage three and compose a summary.
2. Compose five sentences using any new vocabulary from today's lesson.
3. Complete the ACT Natural Science passage.

6/17/10 Lesson

Here is the lesson for today. Please remember to study hard for vocabulary quiz on Monday.

Link for Class Listening Assignment

What a shame!

Drown your soccer sorrows in your hard work in class.

Here is a link to the news story.

Chicago Architecture

Please post images and comments on your selected example of Chicago architecture below.

Don't forget to e-mail your image to gretchenesl@gmail.com as well.

If Korea wins tomorrow, I will bring donuts for the class!

6/10/10 Homework

Please try to get a head start on the homework assignments for the next class.

1. Study for weekly vocabulary quiz on the new words learned in class this week. Here is a list of the vocabulary words that may be tested.

2. Compose first draft of persuasive essay on child labor. Check the lesson materials for specific instructions on how to structure the essay and check the blog later this weekend to view a sample persuasive essay.

3. Listen to the NPR podcast "China and Child Labor." Answer the questions on the class handout. You may start and stop the podcast as often as you like. Here is a link to the podcast. Please note that you no longer have to complete the assignment "Pakistan Child Labor" that is listed under homework in the class materials.

If you are behind on homework assignments, please use the long weekend to catch up. Please remember to label each assignment with your name and the date the homework was assigned. Homework more than two class period late is not accepted. If you cannot print your homework, you can e-mail it to gretchenesl@gmail.com

6/10/10 Lesson

Here is a link to the lesson materials from class. Please note the changes to the homework assignments on the following link. Have a wonderful weekend.

Lesson for 6/9/10

Here is a link to the lesson from today. We will complete the speaking activity listed on the lesson tomorrow. Please remember to bring all class materials to tomorrow's lesson. Good night!

Homework for 6/8/10

Please complete the following assignments before class tomorrow.

Title all homework assignments with the date of the lesson and your name.

1. Compose ten sentences using any ten words from this week's lessons. You may also use any words aquired in the Vocabulary from the Roots class if you attend this course. Please make sure your sentences communicate the meaning of each vocabulary word.

2. View the following news clip from CNN and compose five questions based on the clip. Your questions might inquire into the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the news event.

Lesson for 6/8/10

Here is a link to today's lesson. Feel free to go back and listen again to the podcasts from class.

6/8/10 Listening Assignment

Hello students,

Please find the news stream for class here. As you are listening, feel free to stop and start the podcast as you like. However, try to avoid using the transcript of the podcast as a reference.

Homework for 6/7/10

Before tomorrow, please complete passages 2 and 3 from the class materials. Answer the questions based on your understanding of the passage. Use context clues to determine the meanings of unfamiliar words. Do not use a dictionary. Have a great evening!

Lesson for 6/7/10

Here is the lesson for today, 6/7/10. We covered passage one in class and completed the integrative writing test.

Lesson for 6/3/2010

If you missed class on 06/03/10, here is a link to the lesson.

Check out this website for cheap tickets to theater, concerts, and social events.

Goldstar Chicago allows you to purchase tickets for a variety of events in and around Chicago. To use the website, you need only to join the service (by submitting an e-mail and password) and have access to a credit card to purchase tickets. If you become a member, you will receive weekly listings of the available events as well as reviews.

This is a great way for you to find out about affordable cultural and social opportunities.

POST YOUR THEME PARAGRAPH

Please post the thematic paragraphs you composed for homework below.

Make sure you identify yourself (don't post anonymously).

Follow the structure we worked on in class.

• Topic sentence with transition
• Explanation
• Direct quotation
• Explanation and Analysis

Invitation to Comment on Waiting for Godot

Please leave a comment on Beckett's Waiting for Godot.

You may say anything you like (positive, negative, neutral).

Your comments must be a least three sentences.

Tuesday, June 1

Thanks students for all your help and understanding. My back feels much better, though not 100%. Just a reminder about the homework for tomorrow:
Complete the "take home quiz" on grammatical structures when making reccomendations
Compose five vocabulary sentences using any five words from today's lesson
Read the excerpt from Waiting for Godot (we will also read it together in class)
Revise returned essay on THe Necklace, based on my suggestions
Thanks, and have a wonderful night.

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Use this page as a resource for classroom assignments and materials as well as a place to find information about local opportunities in and around Chicago. This page will also contain a gallery of student work, tips and resources for language learning, and a meeting place for past and current students. Please feel free to share thoughts and ideas with one another.