THIS UNIT we will: 18 February – 10 March 2011

Read/view/listen to some texts and discuss the topics:(i) Learning English – why, what for, how; (ii) Languages and Cultures

Build up vocabulary and consolidate grammar points:Focus: Modal Verbs, Word formation, Tense revision

Give a short presentation about how to be a good language learner and/or Language and CultureWrite a magazine article and/or a commentary

As usual you will also write different Learning Journal (LJ) entries that will show understanding of the topics and will assess work done. This time you’ll work alone or in pairs, most of the time, and occasionally in your group.

ACRESCENTAR TEXTOS DO LIVRO - 6 aulas

Introducing the topic DAY 1 (18.2)1. Initial research and introduction of topic by students2. Listening and reading comprehension: TB – Unit 2.7 – Global English (pp 100-101)3. Wrap up and writing LJ entry: summary (possibly HW)

Why is it important to learn English? DAY 2 (22.2)1. Brainstorming and Quiz – What makes a good language learner?2. Listening and reading comprehension: TB – Unit 2.3 – Learning Languages (pp 84-85)3. Language Practice (worksheet): Modal Verbs4. Wrap up

Language and Culture DAY 3 (25.2)1. Stairs vs lifts by Diogo André2. Viewing an extract of ‘Lost in Translation’3. Chinglish vs English? What do you talk about when we talk about ‘Englishes’?4. Language Practice (worksheet): Word Formation5. Wrap up

Language and Culture DAY 4 (1.3)1. Some photos to make us think and discuss.2. Reading aloud: ‘The British’ - a poem by Benjamin Zephanian3. Progress check4. Wrap up and writing LJ entry

Learning Languages / Language and Culture DAY 4 (10.3)1. Oral presentations2. Writing task(s)

NOTES1. An extra day may be added if needed2. Use your WB (and grammar) to read further and consolidate vocabulary and grammar. Work on your own.

2. Your initial QUESTIONS (cf Unit 1 – Autumn Term – Making sense of the syllabus)How many countries have English as their native language? Which are the most important ones?Why is English spoken by so many people all over the world?Are there other Englishes besides British and American varieties?What is culture? How does it connect to history, religion, language, food, lifestyle…?

At the end of this UNIT you should be able to discuss these questions. And assess whether they are good questions! Hope you enjoy the unit.