I don't believe I know the original creator of this quizziz, but I got this link from a colleague one day when I was covering her class. I found that this quizziz worked well as a practice activity for reduced relative clauses.
Friday, July 26, 2024
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Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Agamemnon by Aiskhylos translated by Anne Carson (My second time reading Agamemnon)
Started: July 18, 2024
(This is a reread. I originally read Agamemnon a couple months ago on May 05, 2024. However, according to my rules, this is still a video only review. For two reasons. First, I stated that "In order to be eligible for a written review, at least 2 years have to have passed from the first video review." Secondly, this is by a different translator.)
Monday, July 22, 2024
Vocabulary Lesson for Word Roots "man" and "struct"
[Notes: This activity was developed to supplement Vocabulary Expansion Activities p.147 from Reflect Listening & Speaking 5, but I believe it can be used independently with any lesson on root words, so I'm posting it here.
The model text was created using AI. (Unfortunately AI doesn't always do a great job of grading its language, so this came out as pretty high level, but I was teaching a pre-advanced class, so it worked for my class.)
In my class, I did the model text as a listening. First, I gave the students a gist question: What is Emily's job? What is Benjamin's job?
Then I gave them specific information questions and read out the model text again.
Then I gave them specific information questions and read out the model text again.
Then, for the noticing task, I gave them a version of the model text in which all the words had been blanked out, posted the complete model text outside of the room. The students had to reconstruct the text using a running dictation.
Once the text had been completed, I clarified the vocabulary using Concept Checking Questions. Then we played Quizlet Live to practice matching the words to the definitions, and then Kahoot to practice gap-fill sentences.]
1. What is Benjamin’s job?
2. What ambitious project does Benjamin start?
3. What destructive force damages the construction site?
4. What does Emily have a passion for?
5. What did Benjamin do in the quiet hours of the evening?
6. What did Benjamin the architect and Emily the manicurist have in common?
1. What is Benjamin’s job?
2. What ambitious project does Benjamin start?
3. What destructive force damages the construction site?
4. What does Emily have a passion for?
5. What did Benjamin do in the quiet hours of the evening?
6. What did Benjamin the architect and Emily the manicurist have in common?
Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a talented architect named Benjamin. He was known for his ability to construct magnificent structures that left everyone in awe. One day, a wealthy landowner approached Benjamin with an ambitious project. He wanted a grand mansion built on his vast estate, and he entrusted Benjamin with the task.
Benjamin eagerly took on the challenge, carefully studying the land and envisioning the perfect structure that would blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. Armed with his expertise, he began to instruct his team of skilled workers, providing them with detailed plans and guidance.
As the construction progressed, a destructive force in the form of a powerful storm swept through the village. Violent winds and torrential rain wreaked havoc on the construction site, causing damage and creating obstructions that hindered the progress. Undeterred, Benjamin and his team worked tirelessly to repair the destruction caused by nature, their determination unwavering.
Meanwhile, in a cozy corner of the village, a young woman named Emily pursued her passion for manicures. She owned a small salon and prided herself on providing exquisite manicures to her clients. Emily's skills were entirely manual, as she believed in the power of touch and attention to detail. With gentle precision, she would manipulate the tools, creating stunning nail designs that left her clients feeling pampered and confident.
In the quiet hours of the evening, Benjamin would retreat to his study, surrounded by stacks of architectural manuscripts. He meticulously poured over each page, refining his designs and exploring new possibilities. Each stroke of his pen on the manuscript represented endless hours of dedication and creativity.
Months passed, and finally, the mansion reached completion. Benjamin's vision had become a reality, standing tall and majestic on the landowner's estate. It was a testament to his unwavering determination and unwavering commitment to his craft.
The landowner was overjoyed by the outcome, marveling at the beauty and grandeur of the structure. He admired the intricate details that Benjamin had incorporated, appreciating the architect's ability to manipulate space and light within the mansion.
As Benjamin walked through the finished mansion, he couldn't help but feel a deep sense of accomplishment. His construct was more than just bricks and mortar; it was a masterpiece that would stand the test of time. And in the neighboring village, Emily continued to bring joy and beauty to her clients, one manicure at a time.
In the end, the story of Benjamin, the architect, and Emily, the manicurist, intertwined through their shared commitment to their crafts. Their dedication to manual work, their ability to manipulate their tools, and their unwavering passion for creating something extraordinary became the foundation of their success, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts and minds of those who experienced their artistry.
Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a talented architect named Benjamin. He was known for his ability to _______________ magnificent _______________ that left everyone in awe. One day, a wealthy landowner approached Benjamin with an ambitious project. He wanted a grand mansion built on his vast estate, and he entrusted Benjamin with the task.
Benjamin eagerly took on the challenge, carefully studying the land and envisioning the perfect _______________ that would blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. Armed with his expertise, he began to _______________ his team of skilled workers, providing them with detailed plans and guidance.
As the construction progressed, a _______________ force in the form of a powerful storm swept through the village. Violent winds and torrential rain wreaked havoc on the construction site, causing damage and creating _______________ that hindered the progress. Undeterred, Benjamin and his team worked tirelessly to repair the destruction caused by nature, their determination unwavering.
Meanwhile, in a cozy corner of the village, a young woman named Emily pursued her passion for _______________ . She owned a small salon and prided herself on providing exquisite _______________ to her clients. Emily's skills were entirely _______________ , as she believed in the power of touch and attention to detail. With gentle precision, she would _______________ the tools, creating stunning nail designs that left her clients feeling pampered and confident.
In the quiet hours of the evening, Benjamin would retreat to his study, surrounded by stacks of architectural _______________ . He meticulously poured over each page, refining his designs and exploring new possibilities. Each stroke of his pen on the _______________ represented endless hours of dedication and creativity.
Months passed, and finally, the mansion reached completion. Benjamin's vision had become a reality, standing tall and majestic on the landowner's estate. It was a testament to his unwavering determination and unwavering commitment to his craft.
The landowner was overjoyed by the outcome, marveling at the beauty and grandeur of the _______________ . He admired the intricate details that Benjamin had incorporated, appreciating the architect's ability to _______________ space and light within the mansion.
As Benjamin walked through the finished mansion, he couldn't help but feel a deep sense of accomplishment. His construct was more than just bricks and mortar; it was a masterpiece that would stand the test of time. And in the neighboring village, Emily continued to bring joy and beauty to her clients, one manicure at a time.
In the end, the story of Benjamin, the architect, and Emily, the manicurist, intertwined through their shared commitment to their crafts. Their dedication to _______________ work, their ability to manipulate their tools, and their unwavering passion for creating something extraordinary became the foundation of their success, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts and minds of those who experienced their artistry.
Answers
Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a talented architect named Benjamin. He was known for his ability to construct magnificent structures that left everyone in awe. One day, a wealthy landowner approached Benjamin with an ambitious project. He wanted a grand mansion built on his vast estate, and he entrusted Benjamin with the task.
Benjamin eagerly took on the challenge, carefully studying the land and envisioning the perfect structure that would blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. Armed with his expertise, he began to instruct his team of skilled workers, providing them with detailed plans and guidance.
As the construction progressed, a destructive force in the form of a powerful storm swept through the village. Violent winds and torrential rain wreaked havoc on the construction site, causing damage and creating obstructions that hindered the progress. Undeterred, Benjamin and his team worked tirelessly to repair the destruction caused by nature, their determination unwavering.
Meanwhile, in a cozy corner of the village, a young woman named Emily pursued her passion for manicures. She owned a small salon and prided herself on providing exquisite manicures to her clients. Emily's skills were entirely manual, as she believed in the power of touch and attention to detail. With gentle precision, she would manipulate the tools, creating stunning nail designs that left her clients feeling pampered and confident.
In the quiet hours of the evening, Benjamin would retreat to his study, surrounded by stacks of architectural manuscripts. He meticulously poured over each page, refining his designs and exploring new possibilities. Each stroke of his pen on the manuscript represented endless hours of dedication and creativity.
Months passed, and finally, the mansion reached completion. Benjamin's vision had become a reality, standing tall and majestic on the landowner's estate. It was a testament to his unwavering determination and unwavering commitment to his craft.
The landowner was overjoyed by the outcome, marveling at the beauty and grandeur of the structure. He admired the intricate details that Benjamin had incorporated, appreciating the architect's ability to manipulate space and light within the mansion.
As Benjamin walked through the finished mansion, he couldn't help but feel a deep sense of accomplishment. His construct was more than just bricks and mortar; it was a masterpiece that would stand the test of time. And in the neighboring village, Emily continued to bring joy and beauty to her clients, one manicure at a time.
In the end, the story of Benjamin, the architect, and Emily, the manicurist, intertwined through their shared commitment to their crafts. Their dedication to manual work, their ability to manipulate their tools, and their unwavering passion for creating something extraordinary became the foundation of their success, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts and minds of those who experienced their artistry.
Sunday, July 21, 2024
3 Noun Clause Short Story: Video and Worksheet
Video: HERE
Notes: For a while, I've been using Strega Nona as a model text for Noun Clauses. But the more I've been thinking, the more I've been unsure that it's actually modelling the grammar point I want. So, I searched Youtube to see if I could find a better model text. For the moment, this is the best I could come up with. It's from the editad1 Youtube channel that I mentioned before.
When I play this in class, I first use the gist questions "What does this person want?" and "Why did she fight with her parents?"
I then play the video from 0:21, but without showing my students the video (only playing the audio for them.) After the students have processed the video for gist understanding, I give them the worksheet, and as a noticing task they have to listen and write in the missing words. And then I show them the structure.
I then play the video from 0:21, but without showing my students the video (only playing the audio for them.) After the students have processed the video for gist understanding, I give them the worksheet, and as a noticing task they have to listen and write in the missing words. And then I show them the structure.
https://youtu.be/xJf6My-gHRk?si=56Ud9Z7iHZulnhRQ&t=21
--I wish I could grow up faster.
--Why?
--Well,I could do ____________________. I could be ____________________. No one would ask me ____________________.
--Did you have a fight with your parents?
--No! I mean sort of. They didn't like ____________________.
--Of course they didn't like it! And I guess you didn't even call them saying ____________________.
--I wish I could grow up faster.
--Why?
--Well,I could do ____________________. I could be ____________________. No one would ask me ____________________.
--Did you have a fight with your parents?
--No! I mean sort of. They didn't like ____________________.
--Of course they didn't like it! And I guess you didn't even call them saying ____________________.
https://youtu.be/xJf6My-gHRk?si=56Ud9Z7iHZulnhRQ&t=21
--I wish I could grow up faster.
--Why?
--Well,I could do whatever I wanted. I could be wherever I wanted. No one would ask me why I did something.
--Did you have a fight with your parents?
--No! I mean sort of. They didn't like that I came home past midnight.
--Of course they didn't like it! And I guess you didn't even call them saying that you'll be that late.
Wh- Noun Clauses
That noun clauses
Channel Update: I'm going to indefinitely stop doing Weekly Reading Vlogs and Starting Videos
All my "starting" videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOY-0V_l_9x6iMcM85L9dcWvKxN6kGZKg&si=_CQ1ihibo9EqvzCU
Addendum: I will keep the "started" posts going on this blog. Filming the video (and then uploading the video after I'd filmed it), were the real time-suck. The post itself only takes a minute.
However, in an effort to cut down on some of the clutter, going forward if I'm doing a compilation book, I'm going to stop doing multiple "started" posts for the same books. So, for example, I'm going to stop doing a "started" post for each book of the Bible (as I have been doing), and instead just stick to one started post for the whole project. And the same will go for any other compilation book that I start.
2nd Addendum: Since these weekly reading vlogs were where I did my book hauls (for the purposes of my channel, I used the word "book haul" to describe anytime I acquired a new book, not necessarily a big haul), I'm going to stop updating my "On My Shelves (But Not Yet Started)" list (located on the left side of this blog--all the way at the bottom.)
This will mean that, over time, that list will become less and less accurate, so I may just delete that whole list at some point in the future.
Saturday, July 20, 2024
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