Critical Thinking with TED A
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EDGE Code
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EDGE ID
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Term
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Spring
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Class Time
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Tue Period 3 & Thurs Period 3
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Instructor
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Brent Amburgey
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Description
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The course activities will challenge students to grapple with the key concepts of various global topics in spoken English. Critical and creative thinking will be encouraged through discussions.
Lessons: Lessons focus on listening strategies using TED Talks followed by group discussions to expand students working vocabulary and communication skills. Students will lead class discussions. Level: Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate |
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Schedule
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Lesson 1: Orientation and TED Talk 1 activities
Lesson 2: TED Talk 1 activities continued Lesson 3 ~ 5: TED Talk 2 activities and survey Lesson 6 & 7: TED Talk 3 activities Lesson 8 & 9: TED Talk 4 activities Lesson 10: TED Talk 4 activities, course evaluation and reflection *Lessons and assignments are subject to change. |
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Homework
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It is important to review previous lessons and complete assignments and homework by the due dates. Each assignment will prepare students for subsequent activities.
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Materials
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No textbook purchase is necessary.
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Grading
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10% Attendance and participation
90% assignments [40 % for worksheets and 50% for assignments |
