The quarter is almost over. I hope you learned something in the class and enjoyed it like I did. Now I would like some feedback from you by answering the following questions related to the class.
1. What did you enjoy most about the course?
2. What didn't you like about the class?
3. What do you think about using blogs in the class?
4. Which blog did you like the most?
5. Which blog didn't you like?
6. What would you have liked to do in class that was not done?
TASK: Please be sincere and specific.....this helps me improve myself as a professional.
DATE DUE: April 22, 2010 (no extra days given)
GOOD LUCK on all your finals!!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Friday, April 2, 2010
WHAT AM I......BLACK OR WHITE?
This year you may have already filled out or about to fill out the 2010 US Census. Just like 10 years ago, the question about what race we are comes up. The options for race are White, Black / African American, American Indian / Alaskan, Asian (several options) or other race.
Read the article "Puerto Ricans: US Census Does not Reflect Island's Racial Reality" in the Puerto Rico Daily Sun. Click on the link below to access the article. Then answer the questions that follow.
http://www.prdailysun.com/news/Puerto-Ricans-US-Census-does-not-reflect-islands-racial-reality
Questions:
1. Have you already filled out the census? Yes or No?
2. What race did you mark or write down? Why?
3. What do you think most Puerto Ricans will mark as their race?
4. How do you think this controversy can be solved?
5. Do you think it makes a difference or that it is important? Why or why not?
6. What did you learn from reading the article?
TASK: Read the article and then answer the questions listed above.
DATE DUE: April 14, 2010
Read the article "Puerto Ricans: US Census Does not Reflect Island's Racial Reality" in the Puerto Rico Daily Sun. Click on the link below to access the article. Then answer the questions that follow.
http://www.prdailysun.com/news/Puerto-Ricans-US-Census-does-not-reflect-islands-racial-reality
Questions:
1. Have you already filled out the census? Yes or No?
2. What race did you mark or write down? Why?
3. What do you think most Puerto Ricans will mark as their race?
4. How do you think this controversy can be solved?
5. Do you think it makes a difference or that it is important? Why or why not?
6. What did you learn from reading the article?
TASK: Read the article and then answer the questions listed above.
DATE DUE: April 14, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
GREAT DESTINATIONS
In Chapter 9 we will be reading about exciting and adventurous vacations. Some people like to go to the beach, while others enjoy the mountains. Some travel to another country, but some stay to enjoy what their country has to offer. For this blog, write about a vacation you had. It could have been a long vacation or as short as a day or weekend thing.
Here's one of my experiences:
One of my best vacations was unplanned. My aunt and grandmother were going to Chicago (my hometown) in the summer of 2004, and my cousin decided to join them with her kids. Then my other cousin and my sister said they wanted to go, too. Of course, I couldn't stay behind or leave my son and mom. We ended up with 13 family members going!!
It was a great vacation......our family in Chicago was very happy, too. It was like old times. We celebrated our cousin's birthday Hawaiian style and went out to many places. It was the first time for our kids getting on a plane and for many of us meeting other family members.
Some of the places we went to were the Sears Tower, the Shedd Aquarium, the Museum of Science and Industry, and Lincoln Park Zoo. We also went to Navy Pier where I had never gone to before. It's near the lake with a boardwalk (something like La Guancha). There are places to eat, rides, many shops, and live music. It's a great place to hang out. The best was Great America. It's an amusement park and we got to get on some awesome rollercoaster rides! I loved it!!
One of my cousins and I had to return earlier because of our jobs. It was so sad saying good-bye. It felt like the first time I came to live in Puerto Rico. Lots of tears!! I hope to go back soon!
TASK: Write about one of your vacations. Tell us where you went and what you did. What did you enjoy the most? What made it an unforgettable vacation?
DATE DUE: April 4, 2010
Here's one of my experiences:
One of my best vacations was unplanned. My aunt and grandmother were going to Chicago (my hometown) in the summer of 2004, and my cousin decided to join them with her kids. Then my other cousin and my sister said they wanted to go, too. Of course, I couldn't stay behind or leave my son and mom. We ended up with 13 family members going!!
It was a great vacation......our family in Chicago was very happy, too. It was like old times. We celebrated our cousin's birthday Hawaiian style and went out to many places. It was the first time for our kids getting on a plane and for many of us meeting other family members.
Some of the places we went to were the Sears Tower, the Shedd Aquarium, the Museum of Science and Industry, and Lincoln Park Zoo. We also went to Navy Pier where I had never gone to before. It's near the lake with a boardwalk (something like La Guancha). There are places to eat, rides, many shops, and live music. It's a great place to hang out. The best was Great America. It's an amusement park and we got to get on some awesome rollercoaster rides! I loved it!!
One of my cousins and I had to return earlier because of our jobs. It was so sad saying good-bye. It felt like the first time I came to live in Puerto Rico. Lots of tears!! I hope to go back soon!
TASK: Write about one of your vacations. Tell us where you went and what you did. What did you enjoy the most? What made it an unforgettable vacation?
DATE DUE: April 4, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
Hearts, Cupid, chocolate, the color red.......all signs of Valentine's Day. On this day, many couples go out to a romantic dinner, maybe go dancing, to the movies or wherever. They give each other gifts and try to make it a special occasion. Besides romantic love, friends and family members show appreciation for each other, too. They send cards, text messages, and give out candy. But why wait for Valentine's Day to show your loved ones that you care for, appreciate, and love them??? Take the time to show them with small details.......it's those small details that count!
I received an email from a friend with a link to a youtube video. It shows what unconditional love can do. Click on the link below or copy the URL and watch the video. Then answer the questions below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xwCG0Ey2Mg&feature=player_embedded
QUESTIONS:
1. What did you think about the video?
2. What impressed you the most?
3. Share an experience or a video that shows unconditional love.
TASK: Watch the video. Then answer the 3 questions that follow.
Date Due: February 28, 2010
I received an email from a friend with a link to a youtube video. It shows what unconditional love can do. Click on the link below or copy the URL and watch the video. Then answer the questions below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xwCG0Ey2Mg&feature=player_embedded
QUESTIONS:
1. What did you think about the video?
2. What impressed you the most?
3. Share an experience or a video that shows unconditional love.
TASK: Watch the video. Then answer the 3 questions that follow.
Date Due: February 28, 2010
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER
Your first writing assignment is very easy. All you have to do is complete the sentences with information about yourself. For each sentence mention THREE things. Here are the sentences:
1. Things I like to do for fun are _____________.
2. Three places I've been to in Puerto Rico that I really like are ___________.
3. I am ____________. (three good qualities).
4. I am __________ (three negative characteristics).
5. I wish I could ______________.
Example:
1. Things I like to do for fun are dance, watch stand-up comedy, and play word games.
2. Three places I've been to in PR that I really like are Playa Sucia in Cabo Rojo, Culebras, and El Yunque.
3. I am a good friend, honest, and caring.
4. I am impatient, too sentimental, and unorganized.
5. I wish I could eat anything and not gain weight, live in an apartment with an ocean view, and have the summer off (no work!!)
TASK: Now that you've learned something about me, it's your turn. Be creative. Be specific. Don't forget to mention THREE things for each sentence. Also, make at least one comment about what I wrote.
DATE DUE: February 4, 2010
1. Things I like to do for fun are _____________.
2. Three places I've been to in Puerto Rico that I really like are ___________.
3. I am ____________. (three good qualities).
4. I am __________ (three negative characteristics).
5. I wish I could ______________.
Example:
1. Things I like to do for fun are dance, watch stand-up comedy, and play word games.
2. Three places I've been to in PR that I really like are Playa Sucia in Cabo Rojo, Culebras, and El Yunque.
3. I am a good friend, honest, and caring.
4. I am impatient, too sentimental, and unorganized.
5. I wish I could eat anything and not gain weight, live in an apartment with an ocean view, and have the summer off (no work!!)
TASK: Now that you've learned something about me, it's your turn. Be creative. Be specific. Don't forget to mention THREE things for each sentence. Also, make at least one comment about what I wrote.
DATE DUE: February 4, 2010
WELCOME TO BLOGGING
Hi! Welcome to English 1102. As part of the English class, we will be working on blogs. This will help you to practice your English in a different, and hopefully, a fun way. Throughout the quarter you will be required to comment on my blog entries. This will make up 20% of your final grade.
Points will be given for your effort. No points will be deducted for errors. However, points will be deducted for incomplete work, late entries or work not done by you. Remember, this is just another way to practice English so do the entry by yourself.
At the end of each blog, a due date will be posted. Each blog is worth 10 points. If the entry is late (up to 3 days), you will only get 5 points. Entries posted later than 3 days will NOT be counted.
Hope you enjoy this experience.
Points will be given for your effort. No points will be deducted for errors. However, points will be deducted for incomplete work, late entries or work not done by you. Remember, this is just another way to practice English so do the entry by yourself.
At the end of each blog, a due date will be posted. Each blog is worth 10 points. If the entry is late (up to 3 days), you will only get 5 points. Entries posted later than 3 days will NOT be counted.
Hope you enjoy this experience.
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