Hello everyone, 

Here are reposts to the link that didn't work for some of you last week. They are all the same file, so you'll only need to download one of them; I posted many different links in case some didn't work for you. Here you go: 

http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/slateradio/SNA11101703_Ep1.mp3
http://www.mixcloud.com/SlateNegotiationAcademy/slates-negotiation-academy-ep-1-who-sets-the-price/
http://www.slate.com/articles/podcasts/negotiation/2011/10/negotiation_academy_slate_s_course_on_the_art_of_haggling_.html

If you use these links, click the October 17, 2011 episode: 
http://podbay.fm/show/474638723
https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/slates-negotiation-academy/id474638723?mt=2

Thanks!

-Aaron

Historical Research Project

             Working in groups of 4-5, prepare a 15-minute Powerpoint presentation. Think of yourselves as teachers in this assignment as you will be educating the class on an independently researched historical topic.

             You will be expected to meet with your group members outside of class to discuss the roles of each student and go over your final presentation together. The first class of each week will feature a new group presentation; the groups and schedule for presentations will be made within the first few weeks of the class.

Students will also be required to put together a comprehensive bibliography with at least 4 sources (written in MLA style); please use easybib.com for your bibliography. Your grade will break down as follows:

Content (60%)

Brief Historical Background and Key People                    (1-8 points)

            What were the causes that lead to this event happening? What did the world look like before this event? Who were the most important players of this event and what were their roles?

Summary of Important Events                                              (1-8 points)

            Choose the most important events to occur during this time period and abridge them accordingly.

Outcome and Significance of Event                                   (1-8 points)

            Why was this an important event? How did it change the world?

At least 4 valid sources/Bibliography                                 (1-2 points)

            Complete a bibliography for your presentation

Slideshow/Material Presented in a Logical Manner        (1-4 points)

            Does the team use Powerpoint effectively (good balance of pictures/text, not reading off slides)? Does the organization and order of the presentation make sense?

Presentation (40%) (Individual Grade)

Teamwork/Group Awareness/Practice                            (1-6 points)

            Is it clear that everyone in the group knows each other’s role and is not hearing material for the first time? Has work been spread evenly between all of the teammates?

Volume                                                                                 (1-6 points)

            Can I hear and understand you? Are you projecting your voice? Are you passionate about your material?

Accent                                                                                 (1-6 points)

            How well are you enunciating?

Animation                                                                           (1-2 points)

            How well are you moving?

Homework Due: 1st Class of the Week, March 31st - April 4th

Please listen to the following podcast clip about how to negotiate (협상) for next week’s homework. This should be easier than last week’s clip (but it should still be challenging for some of you).

Also, while I will not require you to take notes, I MIGHT GIVE YOU AN OPEN BOOK TEST ON THIS NEXT WEEK. So please be aware while listening to this. Thanks!

Link: Negotiation Academy

-Aaron

Homework due the Week of March 17-21^st

Please click the Youtube link below and take one full page of notes. Also, on your next test, please write the words “chocolate cupcake” just so I know who has read this. Here’s the link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C72ISMF_D0

Also, I am aware the speaker talks VERY quickly. Do your best to listen and take as many notes as you can. Thanks!

Aaron Singer

March-July, 2014

English Communication Class Guide and Grading Criteria

Your grade for the term will break down as follows:

            Historical Research Project                30%

            Narrative Film Project                        25%

            Quizzes/Tests                                       20%

            Participation                                       15%

            Homework                                           10%

            Extra Credit                                           5%

In cases of academic dishonesty or disrespect (cheating, plagiarizing, excessive lateness, etc), the teacher reserves the right to adjust grades appropriately without warning.

Quizzes/Tests

Students will periodically be given short quizzes, with or without prior notice. These tests will cover class material or vocabulary words. Quizzes and tests will not be open book unless stated.

Homework

Students can expect to be given homework on a nightly basis. Grades are given on a pass/fail basis. On occasion, a number grade may be assigned to a specific assignment.

Occasionally, I will ask you to go to a blog website for homework assignments. The site will have links to video, audio files or other items. The URL is: mrsingersenglishclass.blogspot.com

Participation

ALL students are expected to participate and answer questions when called on. English is the only language to be used in class.