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Study Skills for Spanish <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Student Worksheet</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>STUDY SKILLS FOR SPANISH CLASSES </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>2009-2010</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l20 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt">Learn a new topic daily.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l20 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt">Review one topic weekly. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l20 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt">Repeated periodically throughout the school year.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt">In the space provided, record the date and description of 2 strategies in each category as are put to use in Spanish:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Basic Rules of Effective Study for Foreign Language<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Reading Effectively in a Foreign Language </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l9 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l9 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Listening Skills for Foreign Languages</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Note-taking in the Foreign Language Classroom </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l14 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l14 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Time Management for Foreign Language Study</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Oral Practice while using a Foreign Language</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Organization & Study Habits for a Foreign Language Class </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l17 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l17 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Test Anxiety and Effective Study Strategies for Foreign Language</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l8 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l8 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN>Date </P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Description </P> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Basic Rules of Effective Study for learning Spanish</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><o:p> </o:p></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Be present for every class meeting.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Makeup all work (class work & homework) that you missed (whether or not you get credit for it)</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Get help the 1<SUP>st</SUP> time something is not understood.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Use study hall time effectively.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Write down homework in a specific assignment book.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Check for materials before leaving school & before commencing study.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Have tools (handouts, texts, workbooks, paper, writing implements) at hand before you start studying.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Break study time into 20 minute segments (set timer if necessary).</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in">Small chunks of material many times are better than 1 long study session.</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Sit away from distractions.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in">Work carefully and often.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in">It takes 21 times or more before something becomes a habit.</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo11; tab-stops: list .5in">Be creative--use as many of the senses as possible (listen, look, write, move, touch, and, in some instances, taste & smell).</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo11; tab-stops: list .5in">Study out loud.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l6 level2 lfo11; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Repeat many times (“9 x 9”).</LI> </UL> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Repeat everything 9 times.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Do something else for 9 minutes.</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Go through forms/information 9 times.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Repeat pattern over &</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">over until done 9 times.</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l6 level2 lfo11; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Listen to what one is saying.</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo11; tab-stops: list .5in">Make use of peer learning groups.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo11; tab-stops: list .5in">Use each day’s available hours wisely.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>[Untitled Handout on scheduling]</LI> </UL> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Reading Effectively in a Foreign Language</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Highlight new or unknown words.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Identify:</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">key words at beginning & end of sentences</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">phrases or sequences of thought</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">word groups (link by using “arch” technique)</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Comprehend the passage.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Read the comprehension questions first.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Read the passage itself.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Review the passage for specific answers to the questions.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Write down, mark, or highlight where the answers are found.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Write out answers in full complete sentences using the wording from the questions (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, Q—On what day did B & C meet?</LI> </UL> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 2in"><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>A—B & C met on Tuesday.)</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Re-read passage a 2<SUP>nd</SUP> (or even a 3<SUP>rd</SUP>) time if it is not understood the first time through. </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Understand passage 1<SUP>st</SUP>, then translate.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Read for basic understanding of how the sentence works &/or what it means.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Then (only if necessary) translate to find out what the grammar tells about the sentence.</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Use aids:</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">SQ4R (also known as SQ3R)—Survey, Question, Read, [Record,] Recite, & Review</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Write out a summary of the passage</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Explain the passage’s content</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Visualize the information through drawings, charts, graphics</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level2 lfo12; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Look for lists, <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">italicized</em>/<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">boldfaced </strong>words/headings, ideas emphasized in class</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Make own notes (study sheets) as assignment is worked on.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Write notes in margin.</LI> </UL> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Listening Skills for Foreign Languages</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><U>LISTENING in class</U> * [Listening Skills Handout]<U><o:p></o:p></U></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Look at the speaker.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Concentrate on what is being said.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Answer the question “What did the teacher just say?”</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Tune in to the speaker’s pattern.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Identify sounds specific to the target language (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, in Latin--“v” sounds like “w,” in French—é sounds like English’s long “a”).</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Be aware of key words, lists, categories, contradictions, guiding words (such as 1<SUP>st</SUP>, 2<SUP>nd</SUP>, etc.).</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">LISTENING practice outside of class</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Use media resources which the teacher has identified as good (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, in Spanish-- Univision/Telemundo, in German—Deutsche Welle).</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Record self reading passage or saying vocabulary aloud with the best accent possible.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Then play it back.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Locate target language conversations, soundfiles, videos on the Internet or at library. </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Read aloud assignments or written target language compositions.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l16 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list .5in">Participate in conversational groups with classmates & others learning the target language.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Note-taking in the Foreign Language Classroom</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l18 level1 lfo13; tab-stops: list .5in">Use composition book/spiral notebook/section of binder just for note-taking.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l18 level1 lfo13; tab-stops: list .5in">Write down what the teacher</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l18 level2 lfo13; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Courier New'"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">o<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN>writes on board.</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l18 level2 lfo13; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Courier New'"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">o<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN>emphasizes more than once.</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l18 level2 lfo13; tab-stops: list .75in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Courier New'"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">o<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN>says “This is important.”</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level1 lfo14; tab-stops: list .5in">Select a format to follow:</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level2 lfo14; tab-stops: list 1.0in">outline</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level2 lfo14; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Cornell notes</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level2 lfo14; tab-stops: list 1.0in">bulleted items</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level2 lfo14; tab-stops: list 1.0in">summary statements</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level1 lfo14; tab-stops: list .5in"><U>Pay attention</U> * [Note-taking Handout] and [Note-taking Acrostic Handout]</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level1 lfo14; tab-stops: list .5in">Use abbreviations.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level1 lfo14; tab-stops: list .5in">Clarify confusing/unclear points with instructor before leaving the lecture.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l11 level1 lfo14; tab-stops: list .5in">Read notes after lecture and rewrite as necessary.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in">Time Management for Foreign Language Study</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><o:p> </o:p></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level1 lfo15; tab-stops: list .5in">Plan a daily time and place.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Follow a routine.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Have necessary materials in one location.</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level1 lfo15; tab-stops: list .5in">Pace long-term progress (weekly/monthly).</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in"><U>Make use of “planning calendars.”</U> * [Calendar Handout]</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in"><U>Log and chart projects.</U> * [Keeping Track]</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Develop “to do” list/<U>task plan.</U> (Check off as completed.) </LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level1 lfo15; tab-stops: list .5in">Plan short-term progress (nightly)</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Prioritize:</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level3 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.5in">1<SUP>st</SUP></LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">foreign language-related</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">closest due date</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">most difficult </LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level3 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.5in">2<SUP>nd</SUP></LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">shortest</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">longest </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">most repetitious</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level3 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.5in">last</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level4 lfo15; tab-stops: list 2.0in">long-term project</LI> </UL> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Identify material & time to be spent on each.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level3 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.5in">unknown—spend most time on this material</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level3 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.5in">needing review</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level3 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.5in">well-known</LI> </UL> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level1 lfo15; tab-stops: list .5in">Eliminate & turn off distractions.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">phones</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">IM and e-mail</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l13 level2 lfo15; tab-stops: list 1.0in">TV</LI> </UL> </UL> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Oral Practice while using a Foreign Language</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><o:p> </o:p></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Recite words &/or phrases out loud to self (in shower, in carpool, before bed, to parents/sibling).</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Speak to friends, classmates, parents, siblings. </LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level2 lfo16; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Start out small with specific target language words interjected into conversations. (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, for Spanish, “I decided to wear <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">un sombrero </strong>today.”</LI> </UL> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in"><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><SPAN style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </SPAN><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">un sombrero</strong> is Spanish word for “hat.” </P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level2 lfo16; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Build to phrases slowly.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level2 lfo16; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Attempt whole sentences. </LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Study out loud.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Repeat flashcard vocabulary words orally as you flip the cards.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Practice conversations found in text.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level2 lfo16; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Change voice to resemble conversationalists’ genders.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level2 lfo16; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Change intonation/inflection to reflect punctuation—<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.,</strong> raise voice at end of questions).</LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Converse with teacher before, during, or after class or in hallway, study hall, etc.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Read aloud a written composition, homework, or reading passage.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l19 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list .5in">Practice.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Practice. Practice.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Organization & Study Habits for a Foreign Language Class</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in"><U>Make flashcards for vocabulary</U>. [Colored Vocab Cards Handout]</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level2 lfo17; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Use lower case letters.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>This gives “form/shape” to words and helps with spelling.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level2 lfo17; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Include specialized information pertinent to the word (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, in Latin—</LI> </UL> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in">preposition <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">dē “</strong>is followed by a noun in the ablative case”).</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Color code vocabulary by card or ink.</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level2 lfo17; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Blue = masculine</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level2 lfo17; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Pink =feminine</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level2 lfo17; tab-stops: list 1.0in">Yellow = neuter </LI> </UL> </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Study vocabulary in 10-15 minute increments.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Write out new vocabulary with definitions in the target language.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Design flashcards for any terms that need to be studied.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Develop <U>verb sheets</U> with principal parts/tense stems. * [Verb Sheet]</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Use teacher-identified websites for drills (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>,<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><A href="http://www.conjuguemos.com/">www.conjuguemos.com</A> for Spanish verbs)</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Use color-coded paper for grammar.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Consult TeacherWeb for assignments.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Practice Total Physical Response (TPR) and SQR3 techniques.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Prepare for class before leaving locker.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Use checklist for text, workbook, notebook/binder/composition book, clean paper, pen/pencil.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Divide notebook/binder into sections by Chapter/Quiz & Tests, by teacher-mandated layout, or according to <U>4 step method</U>. * [Notebook Organization Handout]</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Place teacher handouts in specific areas of notebook/binder after hole-punching.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Do NOT fold and randomly place in text.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in">Read your assignment pad before study hall, before going home, before starting home study.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l12 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list .5in"><U>Use a set pattern for translating.</U> * [Translation Skills Handout (for Latin provided as an example.)]</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><BR style="PAGE-BREAK-BEFORE: always" clear=all> </SPAN> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>Test Anxiety and Effective Study Strategies for Foreign Language</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">BEFORE the TEST</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in"><U>Plan study approach.</U> * [Task & Time Handout (can be adapted for test study)] </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Identify types of possible test question formats.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Review a little each day.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Complete all class & homework assignments on time.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Practice “9 x 9.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN></LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Repeat everything 9 times.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Do something else for 9 minutes.</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">Go through forms/information 9 times.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Repeat pattern over &</P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: 0.25in">over until done 9 times.</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Use mnemonic devices to memorize facts (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, “’i’ before ‘e,’ except after ‘c’ ” or “SQR3 = Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review”).</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Create speeches, presentation, jingles, analogies, or even stories that incorporate material.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Move around while reciting information.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Develop lists, summaries, flashcards (grammar, formulas, terms) for test items.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Form pictures, charts, or other graphics to display information.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Have a study buddy to review with.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Be part of a study group.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l15 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list .5in">Prepare proper test-taking materials.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">DURING the TEST</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Write name and class on test.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Read all directions for the entire test.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Look at types of questions being used (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, True/False, Essay, Fill-in, etc.)</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Re-read directions at the start of each section.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Answer the known items 1st.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Return to other items.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Circle or underline “cue” words or words that indicate points to be covered in answer (<strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">e.g.</strong>, <U>Name 4 foods</U> found in a typical French <U>dinner</U>.)</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Have proper attitude:</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level2 lfo19; tab-stops: list 1.0in">relax</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level2 lfo19; tab-stops: list 1.0in">stretch</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level2 lfo19; tab-stops: list 1.0in">breathe slowly</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level2 lfo19; tab-stops: list 1.0in">be in positive state of mind</LI> </UL> </UL> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo20; tab-stops: list .5in">Write out PVI Honor Code <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">word-for-word</strong>.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in"><o:p> </o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">AFTER the TEST</P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l10 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list .5in">Correct mistakes.</LI> </UL> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo21; tab-stops: list .5in">See instructor for help on weak areas.</LI> </UL> <P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o:p> </o:p></P> Or, would you like to view and optionally restore one of these previous versions? 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