JANUARY 2021 | CONVERSATION CLASS #37
THE PLACES YOU'LL GO with Mariana Casals
CONVERSATION CLASS Date and place: 14 January 2021 - 8 p.m. (BRT / UTC-3horas) Zoom (https://zoom.us/join) - link will be sent 1 day before the class
What to expect The main idea of a conversation lesson is to provide speaking opportunities so that you can feel more comfortable using the language. We'll be using breakout rooms so you can talk in small groups and we may create something together. Feedback may be provided at the end of the class, but the lesson revolves around the interaction and the use of English as an opportunity to socialize in English.
MARIANA CASALS 15+Â years of teaching experience, CELTA and CPE holder. Microsoft,
"THE MORE THAT YOU READ, THE MORE THINGS YOU WILL KNOW. THE MORE THAT YOU LEARN, THE MORE PLACES YOU'LL GO."
Dr. Seuss
Google and Apple Certified teacher, among others. Learn more about her here: http://www.marianacasals.com
Mariana Casals www.marianacasals.com
we rise by lifting others
playlist for this class
THE PLACES YOU'LL GO When we learn something, it opens doors to a universe of possibilities. The beginning of the year is a time to decide on resolutions, and I'm very thankful that you have decided to come to our conversation class. The class filled in a feedback form and the majority of students mentioned that they are here to socialize and to learn English. My proposal is for us to think about our own learning processes, tips and mindset when studying, as we are surrounded by research, by professionals who tell us how to improve our skills and by our own knowledge on ourselves, as we are the best experts on what works for us or not. Self-responsibility, access to materials, receiving feedback, finding a mentor or a teacher, these are things we can work on to improve our learning basically anything. Growth mindset and the power of "yet" are such powerful tools. Focus on the process, focus on your progress and little by little you'll find yourself unlocking the power of learning. How do you learn best? What are some tips you can offer about learning? Any hacks? Let's share them. :)
Mariana Casals www.marianacasals.com
we rise by lifting others
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SUGGESTED MATERIALS
Please watch and/or read the suggested material below before class to better prepare yourself for the conversation:
videos:
articles & other readings:
Short videos:
What I learned from Coursera’s “Learning How to
Learning how to learn
Learn”
What Can People Do to Get Better at Learning?
Learning to Learn: You, Too, Can Rewire Your Brain
Learning Skills at King's Worcester
Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset: How To Shift To
Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset
A Path Of Learning And Growth 10 Steps to Achieve a Growth Mindset in Business Barbara Oakley, Learning How to Learn: How to
Longer videos:
Learning how to learn | Barbara Oakley |
Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time
TEDxOaklandUniversity
Studying; A Guide for Kids and Teens Quotes
Developing a Growth Mindset with Carol Dweck
Carol Dweck, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success quotes
bonus materials:
Learning How to Learn | Barbara Oakley | Talks at Google The first 20 hours -- how to learn anything | Josh
Class document
Kaufman | TEDxCSU
Mariana Casals www.marianacasals.com
we rise by lifting others
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WORDS TO KNOW
Useful lexis for the class
Agreeing and disagreeing
Giving and asking for opinions
So do I. / Me too. Definitely. / I agree. / I couldn’t agree
I think… / I believe… / I feel…
more.
In my opinion… / I would say…
I’m not sure I agree with you on…
I strongly believe… / I truly feel…
I’m sorry but I don’t agree. / I’m afraid I
In my honest opinion…
disagree.
From my point of view… / From my
I see what you’re saying but…
perspective…
You have a point there but…
In my view… / It seems to me that…
I understand where you’re coming from
What do you think of…?
but…
What are your thoughts on…?
Is it ok if I jump in for a moment….
How do you feel about…?
Excuse me for a second, but….
What’s your opinion on…?
Sorry, but I’m not done yet….
Mariana Casals www.marianacasals.com
we rise by lifting others
playlist for this class
USING ZOOM
what you need to know User experience is better if you download the
We will use breakout rooms to work together in
app either for the laptop or phone/tablet
small rooms and we use the chat for different
devices.
types of communication. Annotations may be useful but will not neccesarily be a part of the
Click on the links for Zoom tutorials:
class.
How to join a meeting? Using the chat
Please get acquainted with using breakout
Participating in breakout rooms
rooms and the chat. Any technical difficulties,
Using annotations on a shared screen
do get in touch.
Mariana Casals www.marianacasals.com
we rise by lifting others