Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
A Good Reader
As you read you should always have a pen or pencil in hand and always be taking notes, underlining things and really having a written dialogue with the book as you read.
Start underlining all the words you are not sure of as you read. Then -- when you decide you can't read anymore, go to a dictionary and look those words up. Doing this type of exercise will really help with your vocabulary.
I did something similar to this the other day except I was reading a package instead of a book. I learned that "hassas" means damaged.
Start underlining all the words you are not sure of as you read. Then -- when you decide you can't read anymore, go to a dictionary and look those words up. Doing this type of exercise will really help with your vocabulary.
I did something similar to this the other day except I was reading a package instead of a book. I learned that "hassas" means damaged.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Where are you?
Where are my students at? I think I will do 2 interviews a week when I return since I haven't been able to interview anyone lately. I will interview everyone, so if you want an interview via email, email me now -- otherwise we will do a face to face interview :). Your choice!
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Reading
When you read, do you read faster as the pages turn?
I think I do. Make sure you read for at least 15 minutes before putting a book down until tomorrow. If you read only for 5 minutes, you will barely be able to become interested in the plot. Give it a chance! Think about how much TV you watch to "get" the story and really get into a show. Give a book at least half that.
I think I do. Make sure you read for at least 15 minutes before putting a book down until tomorrow. If you read only for 5 minutes, you will barely be able to become interested in the plot. Give it a chance! Think about how much TV you watch to "get" the story and really get into a show. Give a book at least half that.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Breaks
What are you guys up to for your holiday? The two week break is coming soon. I hope you have started looking at The Giver and reading some.
My first son starts pre-school tomorrow! I am very excited for him. We had a special dinner for his birthday and for the start of school. Do you have any traditions before the school year begins?
My first son starts pre-school tomorrow! I am very excited for him. We had a special dinner for his birthday and for the start of school. Do you have any traditions before the school year begins?
Monday, January 12, 2009
Exam Tip 6
After taking this set of exams, use your strengths and weaknesses as a learning tool. When you get the exams back, remember what you did well on and what you did poorly on. This way you can improve for the next exams. You will always be tested and evaluated in life, so there should always be a reflection after an evaluation of any kind. Take the feedback sincerely and make sure you take the time to take a good, honest look at yourself and your abilities. Don't stress out though -- your grades are not you, they are just a reflection of your work.
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