Summary: The student(s) worked hard by designing their presentation after getting guidance on your presentation. Here are two student presentations from Cycle 2, yet from another university. If you do well and would like me to use your presentation to show other Chuo Law students in the future, please let me know. Finally, we decided on the dates of your presentations. Cycle 2 Final Presentation A Cycle 2 Final Presentation B 1. Each presentation should be approximately five minutes long, with two minutes allocated for questions and comments.  2. There are usually 14… Read More

Summary: I explained that you can approach your discussions of the readings and viewing with the 4Cs, which are the Concepts, Connections, Challenges, and Changes, with your homework and your Cycle 2 Language Learning Histories Presentations that are upcoming in July. Class 09 Homework on Language: Please take 3-4 pages of notes on one reading or two viewings from the offerings below in keywords and use summarization as much as possible. Whenever you can, especially using “direct quotations,” note the page and paragraph number to help you know where you got the information. These actions… Read More

Summary:  First, we reviewed the definition of the L2 self system. Then, you formed pairs to discuss your ideas and the vision you wrote in your Google Doc. Sahakyan, T. (2022, Sept. 16). Language learning motivation [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRRGU9Q9tDI Note: Time Stamp 1:42 for L2 Self System English Past (Language Learning Experience and Ought-to Self): After that, in new pairs, you discussed your current motivation by using these questions: English Present (Language Learning Experience and Ought-to Self) 1. What motivates you to learn English? 2. How do you feel about using English… Read More

Summary: We were blessed with eight more insightful identity presentations that were unique to the presenters. I am very proud of all of you for the Cycle 1 presentations. Then, briefly, you discussed your language learning histories about your second language experiences. It doesn’t have to be English, but your second language if you have another one, like Korean, Chinese, French, German, or another language. Homework due on Friday at 1 pm before Class 09. English Present & Future (Ought-to Self and the Ideal Self): Homework due on Sunday at midnight before… Read More

Summary: I explained the Cycle 1 Presentations again, and some of you signed up for your presentation date and time. The next homework for Cycle 2 on language is described below. Guidelines for your presentation are not included in the assessment document, yet they help support your Cycle 1 Presentation. 1. Your talk should last 8-10 minutes, followed by 3-5 minutes for questions, comments, and answers. 2. It is good to practice your presentation several times, recording yourself on video, so you can notice any communication styles you would like to improve. 3…. Read More