English Language Use Skills by Julian Esteban De La Torre Cruz https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q Let's improve our strategies to make stronger the language use skills, here i'll show you how to practice. en-us 2019-09-30 19:44:32 UTC 2025-03-13 04:30:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/414072937/9e41948e4fc796871b74b8a24ab63b0e/Nerd_with_Glasses_Emoji_2a8485bc_f136_4156_9af6_297d8522d8d1_large.png What is a listening in a foreign language? j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391569818 According to the professor Richard Nordquist, a listening is the active process of receiving and responding to spoken (and sometimes unspoken) messages. It is one of the subjects studied in the field of language arts and in the discipline of conversation analysis.

Nordquist - 2019
]]> 2019-09-30 20:02:26 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391569818 5 strategies to improve your listening skills j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391574662 Effective listening has been shown to positively impact your career, relationships, and ability to lead. So, you can improve it following this strategies:

1. Be Attentive: Be focused on the speaker and eliminate distractions from your mind.
2. Ask Questions: Repeat what you think the speaker was saying to gain clarity and understanding.
3. Take notes: It provides you with a permanent record to refer back to what the speaker was saying.
4. Increase your vocabulary: Listen to your favorite music and read the subtitles, you can do the same with some series and movies.
5. Believe in your knowledge: You  have to trust that you're understanding everything. ]]> 2019-09-30 20:15:14 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391574662 Let's practice! j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391588551 Watch the video, and answer the following questions:

1. Why Zilong was worried?
2. What is the function that Fanny give to Aurora and Ruby?

]]> 2019-09-30 20:51:48 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391588551 Break your limits and be the best at listening! j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391594237 In the following links you can practice your listening level, try one that make you feel comfortable:

1.https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/beginner-a1-listening
2.https://www.esolcourses.com/content/topicsmenu/listening.html
3.https://www.examenglish.com/TOEFL/toefl_listening.html]]> 2019-09-30 21:09:40 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/391594237 What about my own results? j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/393817815 When i made my test at https://www.esl-lab.com/difficult/ i got 4 of 5, so i can conclude that i need to improve my listening skills following my training plan for some better listening grades.]]> 2019-10-04 22:30:01 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/393817815 Writing in English j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/394705112 Writing skills are those abilities where you take ideas and information and present them in a nice written format for others to read. Depending upon the type of writing you are doing, you present what you know in a format that conforms to the expectations of the reader.

Johnson - 2013]]> 2019-10-07 20:07:00 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/394705112 Improve your writing skills: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/394715708 In the following links you can practice your writing skills:

-GRAMMAR
https://www.englisch-hilfen.de/en/exercises_list/alle_grammar.htm

-CONNECTORS:
http://www.eslgamesworld.com/members/games/grammar/wheel/conjunctions_wheel.html

-PARAGRAPH WRITING: 
http://www.buowl.boun.edu.tr/students/Paragraph%20Writing%20Exercises.htm]]> 2019-10-07 20:32:24 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/394715708 Types of Paragraphs j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/396465878 When we talk about types of paragraphs, we found:
- Agument
- Compare or Contrast
- Definition
- Description
- Explanation
- Illustration
But, specifically i'm going to teach you about Classification Paragraphs that are used to organize information, items, or ideas into categories, so it separate items and group them together according to the shared characteristics.
When you're writing a classification paragraph you have to take in count that in the topic sentence you'll introduce the items being classified; in the supporting sentences you'll provide more information about the items; and in the conclusion sentence you'll repeat what classification the item or category belongs to. ]]> 2019-10-10 23:56:29 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/396465878 Most important types of paragraphs - Classification Paragraph j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/396468805 There are so many types of paragraphs but we found that they also can be categorized in four most important and popular types that you need to know about: descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive.
1. The descriptive as it name says, describes something and shows the reader what a thing or a person is like.
2. The narrative tells a story, and there's a clear beginning, middle, and end to the paragraph.
3. The expository explains something or provides instruction.
4. The persuasive tries to get the reader to accept a particular point of view or understand the writer's position.
These are the most used and popular types of paragraphs in the academic field.]]> 2019-10-11 00:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/396468805 Reading in other language. j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400548524 Reading is defined as a cognitive process that involves decoding symbols to arrive at meaning. Reading is an active process of constructing meanings of words.

Ravinder Sandhu

Intensive Reading
To read intensively is to completely deconstruct a text, with the goal of absorbing as much meaning from it as possible. This is done by taking a text, and systematically looking up every word, phrase, or collocation that you do not understand.

Extensive Reading
To read extensively is to simply read as much as possible, without concerning oneself with the minutia of meaning and the occasional unknown word. This is done by reading for large swaths of time, and looking up words only when you deem it absolutely necessary to your understanding of the text.

]]> 2019-10-21 20:00:43 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400548524 Elements of Paragraph j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400555850 A paragraph typically consists of three elements: a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a concluding sentence:

1. In the topic sentence (introductory sentence), the topic or focus of the paragraph is presented. The topic sentence serves as a focal point, foregrounding the content of the whole paragraph. By signalling to the reader what the paragraph deals with, the topic sentence will thus increase the readability of the text. Although it is possible for the topic sentence to appear anywhere in a paragraph, it usually appears at the beginning.

2. The main part of the paragraph consists of supporting sentences: this is where the argument that explains and/or proves the topic sentence is delivered.

3. At the end of the paragraph is the concluding sentence (transition sentence), which sums up the argument of the paragraph, and may create a transition to the next paragraph. A transition provides the text with a smoother flow between paragraphs. ]]> 2019-10-21 20:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400555850 Why is important to read in a second language? j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400563850 Read in a second language allow you to expand your knowledge. Reading with a purpose helps the reader to direct information towards a goal and focuses their attention. Although the reasons for reading may vary, the primary purpose of reading is to understand the text. Reading is a thinking process. It allows the reader to use what he or she may already know, also called prior knowledge.]]> 2019-10-21 20:38:28 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400563850 Let's practice our reading comprehension: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400566528 Read the short story and explain what the moral means.]]> 2019-10-21 20:47:06 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400566528 Strategies for read in a second language: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400570030 - Split your time between focused reading and relaxed reading.
- Do group reading.
- Re-re-re-read your readings.
- Do “less slow” reading.
- Use context to understand.
- Read aloud. it will help you to practice your listening, too.]]> 2019-10-21 20:57:17 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400570030 Book Recommendation j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400571025 The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K Rowling is a book of children's stories that have comedy and adventure in them. The book put you into the magic world of Harry Potter., and it's a short book that its easy to comprehend.

]]> 2019-10-21 21:00:04 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400571025 Movie Synopsis j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400578029 Shrek 2
When Shrek and Princess Fiona return from their honeymoon, her parents invite them to visit the Kingdom of Far Far Away to celebrate the wedding. For Shrek, who is never abandoned by his faithful friend Donkey, this is a big problem. Fiona's parents, for their part, did not expect their son-in-law to look alike and, much less, that their daughter had changed so much. All this upsets the king's plans regarding the future of the kingdom. But then the Machiavellian Fairy Godmother enters the scene, her arrogant son Prince Charming and a very special the Puss in Boots, an expert ogre hunter.]]> 2019-10-21 21:23:19 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/400578029 Improve your reading skills: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/403466996 Reading in English is an excellent way to increase your vocabulary. In addition, reading also opens your mind.

Newsinlevels.com
This is a very useful and interesting resource to practice reading and listening comprehension in English. Here the texts are divided into 3 levels of difficulty.

Imsdb.com
If in addition to watching movies, you also like to “read them”.

earnEnglish.britishcouncil.org
This is a resource for people who are serious about learning English. Before reading a text, you will find a list with new words and if you want, you can also listen to the audio. After reading the text, there are a number of exercises for you to evaluate your understanding of what you read.]]> 2019-10-28 17:20:27 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/403466996 Speaking in other Language j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409073616 Speaking is the act of making vocal sounds. We can say that speaking means to converse, or expressing one's thpughts and feelings in a spoken language. The perfect way to use the speaking give us the ability to communicate effectively.]]> 2019-11-09 23:01:13 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409073616 Strategies to improve your Speaking Skill: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409075029  -Pronunciation: You can listen to music in English reading the lyrics for a better comprehension, also it's good to listen conversations in videos by English speakers, or you can put the movies or the series that you preffer with subtitles.

-Fluency: Think in English, try to use English when you’re thinking about your day, or when you’re trying to decide what food to order. Also you can talk to yourself if you’re already thinking in English, try speaking your thoughts out loud. Use tonge twisters, word games like this will help you find the right placement for your mouth and tongue, and can even help your pronunciation. Finally, Singing along to your favorite English songs will help you become more fluent. This is a tried-and-true language learning method that’s backed by science.

-Accuracy: Record yourself speaking and listen to yourself. Correct your mistakes and remember the good language to use again., listen to your English when you speak and if you notice a mistake, correct it.]]> 2019-11-09 23:16:14 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409075029 j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409077406 2019-11-09 23:44:10 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409077406 Links for Practice Speaking Skills: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409078014 1.https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/speaking
2.https://www.learning-english-online.net/speaking/
3.https://www.thoughtco.com/speaking-practice-online-for-english-learners-1212090]]> 2019-11-09 23:52:32 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409078014 Let's practice Speaking with these two exercises: j_de1 https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409078621 1. Famous Interview
-Objective: Practice the speaking skill making a conversation with different types of questions.
-Description: In a piece of paper, write with a partner an interview with a famous person, you'll play the role of the interviewer or the famous person; in the interview you have talk about his early life.

2. Karaoke!
-Objective: Improve your pronunciation with the help of song's lyrics.
-Description: Make a group with 4 partners and you all have to select your favorite song, next in a piece of paper write the lyrics and listen the song all the times that you need for learned it, then make a karaoke with your partners and put an award for that one who had the better pronunciation.]]> 2019-11-09 23:58:59 UTC https://padlet.com/j_de1/qvv3tuukrw2q/wish/409078621