Mistakes

Mistakes

Some useful language

● What is a generalization? – To make general principles or

opinions usually about a large group

● Why do we make generalizations? How do we use generalizations in English?

● Usually: Americans usually prefer coffee to tea● Often: Americans often prefer coffee to tea.● Tend to: Americans tend to prefer coffee to

tea.● In general: In general, Americans prefer coffee

to tea.● Most/Many: Most American prefer coffee to

tea● On the whole: On the whole, Americans prefer

coffee to tea● The majority of: The majority of Americans

prefer coffee to tea.● Rarely: Americans rarely prefer tea to coffee● Few: Few Americans prefer tea to coffee.

Qualifying Generalizations

● What does qualifying a generalization mean?– To point out the limits of a

generalization● When should we qualify

generalizations?– Maybe when our generalizations

could make us seem rude or ignorant or when there are notable exceptions

● Generally..., but...: Generally Americans drink coffee, but some prefer tea.

● Most..., but...: Most Americans drink coffee, but some prefer tea.

● Usually..., but...: Americans usually prefer to drink coffee, but some prefer tea

● Often..., but...: Often Americans prefer to drink coffee, but sometimes they prefer tea.

The Encounter: Mistakes

● Listen to the encounter

● Write down any questions you have or words you don't understand

Mr Schmidt

Why do you think Mr. Schmidt never corrects

mistakes?● Make a list of possible

explanations. – Make sure one explanation is

generous to Schmidt and one is harsh

– After listing three ideas, go back and decide which is most likely

Language Practice

● Make five generalizations about what Chinese students believe about the best way to learn English– Be ready to share

Discussion Questions

● How do you feel about English teachers correcting your mistakes?

● What is more important, speaking perfectly or communicating?

● How often do you want (should you) be corrected?

● What kind of correction do you find to be helpful?

Ping Pong Debate

● Should English teachers try to correct all of their students' errors?

● Groups will debate the affirmative and negative sides of the issue

School Interview

● Differences between Chinese and Western students

● Your school newspaper has asked you to interview a Western culture expert about the differences between western and Chinese students– In small groups, write a list of

important questions

● 1) Select a text object with several paragraphs or bullet points.

● 2) On the "Custom Animation" panel, give it an effect, e.g. "Fly In"

● 2) Click the "Effect Options" button (labeled "...")

● 3) On the "Text Animation" tab:● Group text = "By 1st level paragraphs"● Animate attached shape = NO[*]