Course Profile   International Languages, level 4 (LWIDU), Grade 12, University Preparation, Catholic

 

Unit 4:  Affrontare i problemi

Time:  22 hours

 

Activity 1 | Activity 2 | Activity 3 | Activity 4 | Activity 5

 

Unit Description

This unit provides opportunities for students to respect historical and cultural differences in today’s changing world by engaging in futher problem solving. Further study of the subjunctive includes activities to promote its use. Students research Catholic social teaching about equality, democracy, and solidarity, and present their research in an oral format.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking), Reading, Writing

Unit Synopsis Chart

Activity

Time

Learning Expectations

Assessment Categories

Focus/Tasks/Activities

1.
Qualcosa non va!

3 hours

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,.02,.03,
SP1.01,.02,.04,
RE1.02,.04,
WR1.01
CGE1h,2b,2d,3c,6a,
7f

Knowledge/ Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

-          Ripassare i numeri cardinali oltre 1.000

-          Insegnare i numeri ordinali e alcune abbreviazioni come per esempio ONU

-          Ricercare alcuni problemi sociali nel mondo e discuterne

2.
Il potere del telecomando

5 hours

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,.02,.03,
SP1.01.,02,.03,
RE1.02,.04,
WR1.01,.02,.03,.04
CGE1d,1e,1h,2c,3b,
3c,4a,6c,7c

Knowledge/ Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

-          Insegnare l’imperfetto del congiuntivo ed il trapassato del congiuntivo

-          Creare situazioni ipotetiche nelle quali si discutino soluzioni possibili nel prossimo secolo e presentarle in un video-documentario

3.
Come andrà a finire?

5 hours

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,
SP1.01.,02,
RE1.01,.02,.03,.04,
WR1.01,.02,.03,.04
CGE1i,2c,3b,4c,5c,
6c,7a,7d

Knowledge/ Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

-          Insegnare il vocabolario collegato alla storia del nostro pianeta e del mondo italiano

-          Insegnare il periodo ipotetico e spiegare l’uso sia dell'indicativo sia del congiuntivo

-          Insegnare l’uso del congiuntivo in certe locuzioni avverbiali (sebbene, prima che, purché, …ecc.)

-          Scrivere un tema su “se fossi un personaggio storico,…” usando frasi semplici e composte

4.
I fatti nostri

5 hours

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1. 01.,02,.03,
SP1.01,.02,.03,.04,
RE1.02,.04,
WR1.01,.02,.03,.04
CGE1d,1e,1h,2e,3f,
4g,5c,6c,7e,7g

Knowledge/ Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

-          Ripassare il congiuntivo

-          Insegnare la concordanza dei tempi dei verbi ed il plurale dei nomi di doppio significato, per esempio, ‘muri/mura’

-          Creare un libro parlante (registrato), per esempio,
“Se potessi costruire una muraglia intorno alla tua nazione, a chi permetteresti/non permetteresti entrare?”

5.
C’è da dire

4 hours

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,.02,.03,
SP1.01.,02,.03,.04,
RE1.02,.05,
WR1.01,.02,.03,
.04,.05
CGE1d,2c,3c,3f,4a,
5g,7f

Knowledge/ Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

-          Scrivere e presentare un discorso su un problema sociale attuale suggerendo alcune soluzioni plausibili

Unit Planning Notes

·         Refer to The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, Classical Studies and International Languages, 2000, document in order to establish the criteria checklists for the assessment and evaluation of student learning throughout the unit.

·         Prepare language/vocabulary worksheets and diagnostic quizzes to assess verb forms.

·         Prepare and/or find pictures to represent new vocabulary.

·         Prepare the criteria checklists prior to introducing the unit and assessment sheets and/or rubrics for the assessment of oral and written activities.

Teaching/Learning Strategies

A variety of teaching and learning strategies have been provided to maintain the interest of the students and maximize success for all types of learners.

·         The teacher pre-teaches/reviews functional language (structure, theme vocabulary) required for the successful completion of the tasks prescribed in this unit.

·         Teaching and learning strategies used for the whole class are brainstorming, problem solving, general discussion, presenting/introducing.

·         Other teaching and learning strategies are collaborative/cooperative learning, interviewing, reporting, Internet searching, and videotaping.

·         Students use appropriate language structures in all three strands.

·         The teacher tests vocabulary, verb tenses, and language conventions.

·         The teacher provides listening comprehension activities that increase in complexity and establishes the use of portfolios as evidence of student growth.

·         Analysis of students’ research reflects awareness of equality, democracy, and solidarity, as witnessed in Catholic social teachings.

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

·         Note-taking, gathering and organizing information, reading age- and language-appropriate materials, writing, questioning, and conferencing.

·         Formal and informal observation, paper-pencil tests, improvisations, formal written assignment.

·         Survey assignment, listening exercises, i.e., dictations, and student portfolios.

Accommodations

·         Consult with Special Education staff for specific recommendations and accommodations for students identified with special needs according to IEPs.

·         Pair students so that one student’s strengths help compensate for another student’s challenges.

·         Adapt the number of required activities and the level of difficulty to agree with the IEPs for students.

 

Activity 1:  Qualcosa non va!

Time:  3 hours

Description

This activity provides students with the opportunity to examine the moral and ethical use of media such as the Internet. They participate in a scavenger hunt using the newspaper, magazines, and the Internet. They learn vocabulary associated with the media. The importance of identifying purpose, audience, and style in order to create a voice in their own writing is examined. Students learn to honour and value the greatness of God’s given world and the diversity of its people by experiencing life through journalism.

Strand(s) & Learning Expectations

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

1h - respects the faith traditions, world religions, and the life-journeys of all people of good will;

2b - reads, understands, and uses written materials effectively;

2d - writes and speaks fluently one or both of Canada’s official languages;

3c - thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;

6a - relates to family members in a loving, compassionate, and respectful manner;

7f - respects and affirms the diversity and interdependence of the world’s peoples and cultures.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Overall Expectations

LIV.01 - demonstrate an understanding of a variety of oral messages, communicated in various situations and for a variety of purposes;

SPV.01 - communicate orally in various situations and for a variety of purposes, using language appropriate to the level;

REV.01 - read age- and language-appropriate passages from different sources for a variety of purposes;

WRV.01 - write for a variety of purposes and audiences, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

LI1.01 - demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level by responding appropriately to a variety of oral messages and identifying key ideas and information (e.g., comment on views expressed in conversations and discussions);

LI1.02 - demonstrate the ability to extract information from complex oral messages conveyed through various media and formal presentations (e.g., prepare a synopsis of a radio or television documentary that focuses on current issues);

LI1.03 - demonstrate an understanding of cultural aspects of the international language by identifying regional differences in language as well as different levels of language;

SP1.01 - use standard pronunciation and intonation in the international language with accuracy and fluency;

SP1.02 - participate in conversations and group discussions using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., take part in a debate on desirable careers);

SP1.04 - demonstrate an understanding of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in a variety of creative activities (e.g., dramatize a literary work);

RE1.02 - read aloud with accuracy and fluency;

RE1.04 - respond to a range of texts in a variety of media by relating the ideas and themes to contemporary issues and personal experiences;

WR1.01 - write reports and compositions, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., write a book or film review).

Planning Notes

·         Prepare review materials for cardinal numbers over 1000.

·         Prepare an activity worksheet (Scavenger Hunt Type Game) listing examples of cardinal and ordinal numbers, and abbreviations.

·         Procure Italian newspapers and magazines for Scavenger Hunt Game.

·         Visit related web sites on the Internet prior to activity (see Appendix 4A – Scavenger Hunt per Internet).

·         Procure small prizes for Scavenger Hunt Game (optional).

·         Prepare abbreviations sheet (see Appendix 4B – Alcune abbreviazioni).

Prior Knowledge & Skills

·         All language structures and grammar studied to date

Teaching/Learning Strategies

·         The teacher reviews cardinal numbers.

·         The teacher teaches ordinal numbers and abbreviations (see Appendix 4B – Alcune abbreviazioni).

·         The teacher tests new vocabulary taught.

·         The teacher distributes activity worksheet (see Appendix 4A – Scavenger Hunt per Internet), as well as copies of Italian newspapers and magazines to students.

·         The teacher sets the appropriate time limit for the Scavenger Hunt game.

·         The student who completes the activity worksheet task or who has the most identified vocabulary within the established time limit wins a prize (if the teacher wishes) or points.

·         Students gather examples of current social problems existing in the world via Internet.

·         Students discuss these social problems in class and find possible solutions to them.

·         All events selected must be from local, national, and international newspapers or magazines (printed or on the Internet) and Papal documents (available in Italian on the Internet).

·         Students (in groups) orally present possible solutions to the class.

·         The teacher evaluates group presentations.

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

Technique

Tool/Method

Who

Strategy

Formative/Diagnostic

Observation

Teacher

Introduction to Vocabulary

Formative/Diagnostic

Observation

Teacher

Scavenger Hunt

Formative

Paper/pencil

Student

Worksheet - Scavenger Hunt Activity Appendix 4A – Scavenger Hunt per Internet

Formative

Observation

Teacher

Discussion

Summative

Paper/Pencil

Student

Vocabulary Test

Summative

Oral

Student/ Teacher

Group Presentations of Possible Solutions

Accommodations

·         The teacher should consult individual student IEPs for specific direction on accommodation for individuals.

·         Adjust the time allotted for completion of written quiz/test and worksheet.

Appendices

Appendix 4A – Scavenger Hunt per Internet

Appendix 4B – Alcune abbreviazioni

 

Activity 2:  Il potere del telecomando

Time:  5 hours

Description

Students further develop their language skills through group work using hypothetical situations. Use of the subjunctive is reinforced. Students experience script writing and the recording of a documentary. Students discuss possible solutions to problems in our society in light of Gospel social teachings, i.e., forgiveness, love thy neighbour, etc.

Strand(s) & Learning Expectations

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

1d - develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to promote social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good;

1e - speaks the language of life... “recognizing that life is an unearned gift and that a person entrusted with life does not own it but that one is called to protect and cherish it.” (Witnesses to Faith);

1h - respects the faith traditions, world religions, and the life-journeys of all people of good will;

2c - presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to others;

3b - creates, adapts, and evaluates new ideas in light of the common good;

3c - thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;

4a - demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and welfare of others;

6c - values and honours the important role of the family in society;

7c - seeks and grants forgiveness.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Overall Expectations

LIV.01 - demonstrate an understanding of a variety of oral messages, communicated in various situations and for a variety of purposes;

SPV.01 - communicate orally in various situations and for a variety of purposes, using language appropriate to the level;

REV.01 - read age- and language-appropriate passages from different sources for a variety of purposes;

WRV.01 - write for a variety of purposes and audiences, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

LI1.01 - demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level by responding appropriately to a variety of oral messages and identifying key ideas and information (e.g., comment on views expressed in conversations and discussions);

LI1.02 - demonstrate the ability to extract information from complex oral messages conveyed through various media and formal presentations (e.g., prepare a synopsis of a radio or television documentary that focuses on current issues);

LI1.03 - demonstrate an understanding of cultural aspects of the international language by identifying regional differences in language as well as different levels of language;

SP1.01 - use standard pronunciation and intonation in the international language with accuracy and fluency;

SP1.02 - participate in conversations and group discussions using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., take part in a debate on desirable careers);

SP1.03 - express personal opinions and explain ideas in a variety of prepared and open-ended conversations (e.g., participate in a videoconference with students from another school);

RE1.02 - read aloud with accuracy and fluency;

RE1.04 - respond to a range of texts in a variety of media by relating the ideas and themes to contemporary issues and personal experiences;

WR1.01 - write reports and compositions, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., write a book or film review);

WR1.02 - express ideas and feelings in writing, using increasingly complex forms (e.g., write short essays and narrative, descriptive, and expository passages);

WR1.03 - revise and edit their work for accuracy of content and logical organization of ideas, with input from peers and the teacher;

WR1.04 - edit and proof read their work, with attention to accuracy in the use of vocabulary and language structures, using input from peers and the teacher as well as a variety of other resources (e.g., print and electronic dictionaries, spell-check and grammar features of software programs).

Planning Notes

·         Prepare and provide a list of possible hypothetical situations (see Appendix 4C – Situazioni ipotetiche).

·         Prepare review materials on present and past subjunctive.

·         Prepare quizzes and tests on the imperfect and pluperfect subjunctive.

·         Prepare criteria list for video documentary (see Appendix 4D – Criteri per il documentario).

·         Prepare evaluation form for video documentary (see Appendix 4E – Valutazione del documentario).

·         Reserve TV, VCR, DVD player and/or video equipment.

Prior Knowledge & Skills

·         Indicative verb tenses, conditional verb tenses, imperative, and present and past subjunctives.

·         All other language skills/structures learned in previous levels and units.

Teaching/Learning Strategies

·         The teacher reviews and quizzes/tests students on the present and past subjunctives.

·         The teacher teaches and tests students on the imperfect and pluperfect subjunctives.

·         The teacher brainstorms with students for possible hypothetical situations that lead to possible solutions for the next century while identifying Gospel values (see Appendix 4C – Situazioni ipotetiche).

·         The teacher divides the class into groups.

·         Students choose a hypothetical situation and discuss possible solutions within a time limit.

·         The teacher distributes a criteria list for the video documentary (see Appendix 4D – Criteri per il documentario).

·         Students write scripts pertaining to the hypothetical situation and to the possible solutions.

·         Students submit one copy (per group) of the situation with its possible solutions to the teacher.

·         Students prepare documentaries incorporating teacher-approved scripts on video.

·         Students present documentaries to the class.

·         The teacher evaluates documentaries (see Appendix 4E – Valutazione del documentario).

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

Purpose

Tool/Method

Who

Strategy

Formative/Diagnostic

Oral

Teacher/students

Brainstorm

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Student

Quizzes/tests (see Planning Notes)

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Student (groups)

Script writing

Formative/Diagnostic

Oral

Student

Group discussion

Summative

Oral

Student/Teacher

Videotaped documentary

Accommodations

·         Arrange for assistance with written activity and oral presentation. This assistance may be provided by a peer, a classroom teacher, or Special Education staff according to students’ specific needs.

·         Adjust the time allotted for completion of written activity/video.

·         Adapt expectations according to IEPs, e.g., adapt format and required elements of presentation.

·         Arrange for opportunities to reinforce grammar structures, e.g., study buddy, flash cards, etc.

Appendices

Appendix 4C – Situazioni ipotetiche

Appendix 4D – Criteri per il documentario

Appendix 4E – Valutazione del documentario

 

Activity 3:  Come andrà a finire?

Time:  5 hours

Description

Students research an aspect of Italian and Italo-Canadian history. The teacher gives an overview of Italian historical characters and/or events with special emphasis on current events. Through the study of history, students further develop their knowledge of the Italian language and the forces that have shaped and/or influenced our current standards of common usage. An appreciation of their contributions to the world of art, literature, music, and the Church is highlighted. Students learn to appreciate life as a gift to cherish from God. Cultural heritage, faith traditions, and history are respected and better understood.

Strand(s) & Learning Expectations

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

1i - integrates faith with life;

2c - thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;

3b - creates, adapts, and evaluates new ideas in light of the common good;

4c - takes initiative and demonstrates Christian leadership;

5c - develops one’s God-given potential and makes a meaningful contribution to society;

7a - acts morally and legally as a person formed in Catholic traditions;

7d - promotes the sacredness of life.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Overall Expectations

LIV.01 - demonstrate an understanding of a variety of oral messages, communicated in various situations and for a variety of purposes;

SPV.01 - communicate orally in various situations and for a variety of purposes, using language appropriate to the level;

REV.01 - read age- and language-appropriate passages from different sources for a variety of purposes;

WRV.01 - write for a variety of purposes and audiences, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

LI1.01 - demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level by responding appropriately to a variety of oral messages and identifying key ideas and information (e.g., comment on views expressed in conversations and discussions);

SP1.01 - use standard pronunciation and intonation in the international language with accuracy and fluency;

SP1.02 - participate in conversations and group discussions using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., take part in a debate on desirable careers);

RE1.01 - read, for comprehension of main ideas and supporting details, selections from a variety of texts, * including a minimum of three genres (e.g., novels, plays, film scripts);
*Note: students are expected to read at least 200 pages of text (100 intensive, 100 extensive) at this level.

RE1.02 - read aloud with accuracy and fluency;

RE1.03 - demonstrate the ability to make inferences and predictions concerning characters and events in   short stories and novels, as well as connections between ideas and facts in non-fiction works;

RE1.04 - respond to a range of texts in a variety of media by relating the ideas and themes to contemporary issues and personal experiences;

WR1.01 - write reports and compositions, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., write a book or film review);

WR1.02 - express ideas and feelings in writing, using increasingly complex forms (e.g., write short essays and narrative, descriptive, and expository passages);

WR1.03 - revise and edit their work for accuracy of content and logical organization of ideas, with input from peers and the teacher;

WR1.04 - edit and proof read their work, with attention to accuracy in the use of vocabulary and language structures, using input from peers and the teacher as well as a variety of other resources (e.g., print and electronic dictionaries, spell-check and grammar features of software programs).

Planning Notes

·         Provide chart paper and markers in order to brainstorm vocabulary related to history in general and to Italian and Italo-Canadian history and culture.

·         Prepare quizzes to evaluate new vocabulary and the subjunctive in certe locuzioni avverbiali.

·         Prepare oral evaluation checklist for Se… activity.

·         Procure and prepare small blank cue cards and a box in which to put them.

·         Prepare flash cards with certe locuzioni avverbiali such as sebbene, purchè, prima che…

·         Verify and secure Internet sites for historical information.

·         Prepare evaluation sheet for essay (see Appendix 4F – Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura).

Prior Knowledge & Skills

·         All language structures studied to date from previous units and levels

·         All indicative verb tenses, all conditional verb tenses and/or all subjunctive verb tenses

Teaching/Learning Strategies

·         The teacher encourages students to brainstorm vocabulary related to history in general and to Italian and Italo-Canadian history and culture.

·         The teacher gives an overview of Italian historical characters and/or events with special emphasis on current events.

·         The teacher writes vocabulary on chart paper.

·         The teacher quizzes students on new vocabulary.

·         The teacher reviews l' imperfetto del congiuntivo ed il trapassato del congiuntivo.

·         Teacher teaches certe locuzioni avverbiali such as sebbene, purchè, prima che…, using flash cards.

·         The teacher quizzes (oral/aural) the students on certe locuzioni avverbiali.

·         The teacher informs the class that they will play the game Se fossi… within a time limit set by the teacher.

·         The teacher asks students to write down on blank cards any noun (one noun per card) of their choice (proper, abstract, concrete, common) from any historical time period, paying particular attention to new vocabulary taught, i.e., il sistema solare, il satellite, la creazione del mondo, l' evoluzione, i dinosauri, la preistoria, il rinasciamento, San Francesco, il risorgimento, etc.

·         The teacher collects the cards and places them in a box.

·         The teacher distributes 10–15 new blank cards to the students.

·         Students are to write one se question on the card using the imperfect or pluperfect subjunctive and/or certe locuzioni avverbiali.

·         The teacher reminds students to use as many different categories as possible (one category per se questions), i.e., Se fossi un fiore, di che colore sarei? o Se fossi un sentimento, quale sentimento sarei?

·         The teacher chooses, at random, a panel of five or six students and one contestant (student) per game. Students who are not chosen become the audience for the game.

·         The teacher chooses another panel of five or six students and one contestant for a consecutive game, and so forth until all students have taken part on the panel or as contestants.

·         The teacher starts the first game by telling the panelists to sit in front of the class facing the rest of the students and by telling the contestants to sit sideways also at the front, but to one side of the room.

·         The teacher informs the class that each game lasts approximately 10 minutes. After asking as many questions as possible, the contestants are obligated to guess the correct answer.

·         The teacher picks a card from the box and shows only the panelists the noun on the card chosen (e.g., San Francesco).

·         The teacher tells the contestant to ask each panelist a different se question that he/she has written on blank cards (e.g., Se fossi un fiore, quale fiore sarei? etc.).

·         The student (panelist) to whom the question is asked responds by giving clues to facilitate a correct response.

·         Each panelist responds to the question asked in a similar fashion (Answers vary).

·         After 10 minutes, the contestant guesses what the noun is.

·         The students write an essay on Se fossi un personaggio storico, … incorporating vocabulary and grammar taught in this unit (see Appendix 4F – Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura).

·         The teacher collects the first draft. Suggestions are given and returned to students.

·         Students incorporate the suggestions and prepare a second draft for peer assessment and then a final draft to be handed in to the teacher.

·         The teacher evaluates the final draft of the essay.

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

Purpose

Tool/Method

Who

Strategy

Formative

Oral/Aural

Teacher/students

New Vocabulary

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Student

Vocabulary Quiz

Formative/ Diagnostic

Observation

Teacher

Introduction to certe locuzioni avverbiali

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Students

Writing Activity - Se Questions

Formative

Oral/Aural

Students

Quiz - locuzioni avverbiali

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Students

Peer Evaluation of Essay-Second Draft

Summative

Oral/Aural

Students/Teacher

Se Activity

Summative

Paper/Pencil

Teacher

Essay - Final Draft

Accommodations

·         Consult student’s IEPs to make accommodations.

·         Provide assistance with oral presentation.

·         Adapt expectations according to IEPs, e.g., allotted time, required elements.

·         Arrange for assistance with written work. This assistance may be provided by a peer, a classroom teacher, or Special Education staff according to students’ specific needs.

·         Adjust the time allotted for completion of essay, oral activity, and quizzes where necessary.

·         Arrange for opportunities to reinforce grammar structures, e.g., study buddy, flash cards, etc.

Appendices

Appendix 4F – Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura.

 

Activity 4:  I fatti nostri

Time:  5 hours

Description

This activity examines representations of the human condition, moral dilemmas, and Gospel values in literature and the media. Skills taught include essay writing and oral presentation etiquette. The teacher insures the use of inclusive and representative materials. Students use literary knowledge acquired in Italian Level 3 University Preparation to create a “talking book.” Their activity includes a glance into possible solutions that may aid in resolving global differences. Students examine, evaluate, and reflect upon life’s choices and opportunities as Christians. Students are taught to recognize Gospel values and that Good always prevails over Evil.

Strand(s) & Learning Expectations

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

1d - develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to promote social responsibility, human solidarity, and the common good;

1e - speaks the language of life... “recognizing that life is an unearned gift and that a person entrusted with life does not own it but that one is called to protect and cherish it.” (Witnesses to Faith);

1h - respects the faith traditions, world religions and the life-journeys of all people of good will;

2e - uses and integrates the Catholic faith tradition, in the critical analysis of the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance the quality of life;

3f - examines, evaluates, and applies knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political, ethical, socio-economic and ecological) for the development of a just and compassionate society;

4g - examines and reflects on one’s personal values, abilities and aspirations influencing life’s choices and opportunities;

5c - develops one’s God-given potential and makes a meaningful contribution to society;

6c - values and honours the important role of the family in society;

7e - witnesses Catholic social teaching by promoting equality, democracy, and solidarity for a just, peaceful and compassionate society;

7g - respects and understands the history, cultural heritage and pluralism of today’s contemporary society.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Overall Expectations

LIV.01 - demonstrate an understanding of a variety of oral messages, communicated in various situations and for a variety of purposes;

SPV.01 - communicate orally in various situations and for a variety of purposes, using language appropriate to the level;

REV.01 - read age- and language-appropriate passages from different sources for a variety of purposes;

WRV.01 - write for a variety of purposes and audiences, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

LI1.01 - demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level by responding appropriately to a variety of oral messages and identifying key ideas and information (e.g., comment on views expressed in conversations and discussions);

LI1.02 - demonstrate the ability to extract information from complex oral messages conveyed through various media and formal presentations (e.g., prepare a synopsis of a radio or television documentary that focuses on current issues);

LI1.03 - demonstrate an understanding of cultural aspects of the international language by identifying regional differences in language as well as different levels of language;

SP1.01 - use standard pronunciation and intonation in the international language with accuracy and fluency;

SP1.02 - participate in conversations and group discussions using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., take part in a debate on desirable careers);

SP1.03 - express personal opinions and explain ideas in a variety of prepared and open-ended conversations (e.g., participate in a videoconference with students from another school);

SP1.04 - demonstrate an understanding of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in a variety of creative activities (e.g., dramatize a literary work);

RE1.02 - read aloud with accuracy and fluency;

RE1.04 - respond to a range of texts in a variety of media by relating the ideas and themes to contemporary issues and personal experiences;

WR1.01 - write reports and compositions, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., write a book or film review);

WR1.02 - express ideas and feelings in writing, using increasingly complex forms (e.g., write short essays and narrative, descriptive, and expository passages);

WR1.03 - revise and edit their work for accuracy of content and logical organization of ideas, with input from peers and the teacher;

WR1.04 - edit and proof read their work, with attention to accuracy in the use of vocabulary and language structures, using input from peers and the teacher as well as a variety of other resources (e.g., print and electronic dictionaries, spell-check and grammar features of software programs).

Planning Notes

·         Provide review materials on all tenses of the subjunctive mood.

·         Prepare materials for study in the Sequence of tenses.

·         Provide and prepare a checklist for writing (see Appendix 4F – Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura).

·         Provide a list of countries from which the students may choose their topic to create a “talking book” (see Appendix 4G – Alcuni paesi del mondo).

·         Prepare evaluation for final product (see Appendix 4H – Valutazione scritta and
Appendix 4I – Valutazione per presentazioni orali).

Prior Knowledge & Skills

·         All tenses of the indicative mood

·         All tenses of the subjunctive mood

·         All tenses of the conditional mood

·         The imperative mood

·         All previously taught language structures

Teaching/Learning Strategies

·         The teacher prepares previously taught structures for review (see Planning Notes).

·         Students continue the study of the subjunctive mood in present and past tenses.

·         The teacher teaches the Sequence of tenses.

·         Students are tested on the proper usage of new grammatical structures.

·         The teacher distributes a checklist on writing a final product (see Appendix 4F - Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura).

·         The teacher distributes a list of possible topics from which students may select a region of Italy and/or any country in order to create an original story for their “talking book” (see Appendix 4F – Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura).

·         Students group themselves in pairs and begin to brainstorm ideas for their story which illustrates Gospel values and in which Good prevails over Evil.

·         Students begin to write a rough (first) draft for their story (see Appendix 4F - Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura).

·         Students provide the teacher with a written rough copy of their story prior to the due date of the final copy.

·         The teacher edits the rough draft by giving suggestions and returns it to students.

·         Students revise their story based on teacher’s suggestions.

·         Students rewrite, complete, and illustrate their story on book format.

·         Students record story on audiocassette or on a compact disk.

·         Students submit their final draft (in book format) and the recorded version to the teacher.

·         The teacher evaluates the written final product and the recorded final product (see Appendix 4H - Valutazione scritta and Appendix 4I – Valutazione per presentazioni orali).

·         Final products, recorded and illustrated versions may be shared with the class and/or with elementary students (a field trip possibility).

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

Purpose

Tool/Method

Who

Strategy

Formative/ Diagnostic

Observation

Teacher

Oral Communication and Participation

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Student

Subjunctive Moods - Quizzes

Formative

Paper/Pencil

Student

Sequence of tenses

Formative

Brainstorming/Rough Copy/Peer Evaluation

Student and Teacher

Written First Draft of Story

Formative

Rough Copy

Teacher

Written First Draft

Formative

Peer Evaluation

Student

Written Second Draft

Summative

Evaluation Form

Teacher

Final Draft of Story and Recorded Copy

Accommodations

·         Arrange for assistance and extra time in preparing story.

·         According to IEPs, adapt format and required elements of a short story, e.g., elements required, length, etc.

·         Consult with Special Education staff for recommendations regarding assessment and evaluation.

Appendices

Appendix 4F – Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura

Appendix 4G – Alcuni paesi del mondo

Appendix 4H – Valutazione scritta

Appendix 4I – Valutazione per presentazioni orali

 

Activity 5:  C'è da dire

Time:  4 hours

Description

This activity reinforces the skills and knowledge learned throughout the Level 4 University Preparation course thus far. Students conclude their cultural and linguistic journey by writing a speech. Writing skills are an essential component of academic preparation for university level studies.  This activity challenges students to develop their ability to discern a moral conscience. By integrating Faith and life experiences, students explore practical communication and creative expression. Students demonstrate Christian leadership by preparing a formal oral speech that illustrates the diversity and interdependence of our contemporary society.

Strand(s) & Learning Expectations

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

1d - develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to promote social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good;

2c - presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to others;

3c - thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;

3f - examines, evaluates, and applies knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political, ethical, socio-economic, and ecological) for the development of a just and compassionate society;

4a - demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and welfare of others;

5g - achieves excellence, originality, and integrity in one’s own work and supports these qualities in the work of others;

7f - respects and affirms the diversity and interdependence of the world’s peoples and cultures.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Overall Expectations

LIV.01 - demonstrate an understanding of a variety of oral messages, communicated in various situations and for a variety of purposes;

SPV.01 - communicate orally in various situations and for a variety of purposes, using language appropriate to the level;

REV.01 - read age- and language-appropriate passages from different sources for a variety of purposes;

WRV.01 - write for a variety of purposes and audiences, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

LI1.01 - demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level by responding appropriately to a variety of oral messages and identifying key ideas and information (e.g., comment on views expressed in conversations and discussions);

LI1.02 - demonstrate the ability to extract information from complex oral messages conveyed through various media and formal presentations (e.g., prepare a synopsis of a radio or television documentary that focuses on current issues);

LI1.03 - demonstrate an understanding of cultural aspects of the international language by identifying regional differences in language as well as different levels of language;

SP1.01 - use standard pronunciation and intonation in the international language with accuracy and fluency;

SP1.02 - participate in conversations and group discussions using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., take part in a debate on desirable careers);

SP1.03 - express personal opinions and explain ideas in a variety of prepared and open-ended conversations (e.g., participate in a video conference with students from another school);

SP1.04 - demonstrate an understanding of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in a variety of creative activities (e.g., dramatize a literary work);

RE1.02 - read aloud with accuracy and fluency;

RE1.05 - demonstrate an understanding of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in a variety of complex and well-researched projects (e.g., prepare a presentation on a historical or cultural topic using a variety of print resources);

WR1.01 - write reports and compositions, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., write a book or film review);

WR1.02 - express ideas and feelings in writing, using increasingly complex forms (e.g., write short essays and narrative, descriptive, and expository passages);

WR1.03 - revise and edit their work for accuracy of content and logical organization of ideas, with input from peers and the teacher;

WR1.04 - edit and proof read their work, with attention to accuracy in the use of vocabulary and language structures, using input from peers and the teacher as well as a variety of other resources (e.g., print and electronic dictionaries, spell-check and grammar features of software programs);

WR1.05 - demonstrate knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in well-researched reports and essays (e.g., write an essay on the literature, music, or art of a country where the language is spoken).

Planning Notes

·         Provide a list of possible current social issues from which students may select one and on which they prepare an oral presentation.

·         Procure a video-documentary through which students may witness an example of a speech.

·         Procure TV and VCR.

·         Prepare activity worksheet with questions examining how a speech is given (see Appendix 4J – Sul discorso).

·         Prepare a checklist on how to write a speech (see Appendix 4K – Pensare al suo discorso/scrivere un discorso).

·         Prepare evaluation of speech (see Appendix 4L – Valutazione del discorso scritto and Appendix 4L – Valutazione per presentazioni orali).

·         Reserve use of the Internet, CD players, and audio cassette players.

·         Reserve time in the library resource centre for students to find information on the Internet (e.g., historical origin, uses, and importance significance to Italian culture).

Prior Knowledge & Skills

·         All language structures taught in previous Units and levels.

Teaching/Learning Strategies

·         The teacher shows a video documentary in which students witness an example of a speech.

·         Students watch and examine a speech given in a video documentary.

·         Students answer questions on activity worksheet (see Appendix 4J - Sul discorso).

·         Students brainstorm possible current social issues existing in the world.

·         The teacher distributes a list of possible current social issues existing in the world.

·         Students select their speech topic from the list.

·         Students complete checklist (see Appendix 4K – Pensare al suo discorso/scrivere un discorso/Progettare il suo discorso and Appendix 4L – Valutazione del discorso scritto).

·         Students write first draft on selected speech topic in which they illustrate attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teachings.

·         Students edit and revise first draft.

·         The teacher collects second draft and supplies added suggestions for revision.

·         Students edit speech based on teacher’s suggestions.

·         Students rewrite speech.

·         Students memorize and practise the delivery of speech.

·         Students present speech to class.

·         Students submit a written copy of speech to the teacher.

·         The teacher evaluates speech (see Appendix 4L – Valutazione del discorso scritto and Appendix 4I - Valutazione per presentazioni orali).

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

Purpose

Tool/Method

Who

Strategy

Formative

Observation

Teacher

Activity Worksheet

Formative

Observation

Teacher

Activity Checklist

Formative/Diagnostic

Checklist

Teacher

Brainstorm ideas/Group Collaboration

Formative

Peer Evaluation

Student

First Draft of Speech

Formative

Second draft

Teacher

Second Draft of Speech

Summative

Checklist

Teacher

Oral Presentation of Speech - Appendix 4I – Valutazione per presentazioni orali

Summative

Evaluation

Teacher

Written Final Draft of Speech

Accommodations

·         Pair students with a sensitively selected partner.

·         Arrange for extra assistance with the research and preparation of the speech.

·         Adapt the format and required elements of the oral presentation of speech and the written final copy.

·         Refer to recommendations regarding assessment and evaluations made by Special Education staff.

Appendices

Appendix 4I – Valutazione per presentazioni orali

Appendix 4J – Sul discorso

Appendix 4K – Progettare il suo discorso/scrivere un discorso

Appendix 4L – Valutazione del discorso scritto


Appendix 4-A

Scavenger Hunt per Internet

 

Esplori la pagina Web scelta dal Suo professore. Navighi sull’ Internet per trovare le seguenti informazioni.

 

1.   Come saranno le previsioni del tempo per la Sua città nei prossimi giorni?

2.   Com'è la previsione meterologica di oggi per Roma? (Capri, Milano, Taormina, ecc.)

3.   Cerchi un articolo sull’economia italiana preso da un giornale italiano. Come si chiama il giornale? Come s’intitola l’articolo? Come si chiama il (la) giornalista? Di che data è l’articolo?

4.   Trovi un agente di viaggi che Le venda un biglietto per viaggiare nella giungla dell’Amazzone.

5.   Cerchi i nomi di tre musei in Canadà (in Italia, a San Marino, ecc.).

6.   Cerchi informazioni sulla possibilità di studiare a Roma (Perugia, Padova, Madrid, Alessandria, ecc.).

7.   Trovi la rotta della migrazione delle farfalle Monarche dal Canadà al Messico.

8.   Cerchi i titoli di tre romanzi scritti da Alberto Moravia (tre drammi scritti da Natalia Ginzburg, tre poesie scritte da Giosuè Carducci o da Cesare Pavese, ecc.).

9.   Elenchi l’orario di partenza della linea aerea Air Canadà da Toronto a Roma (a Milano, ecc.).

10.  Trovi una pagina Web che abbia una cartina geografica dell’Italia che possa essere duplicata.

11.  Trovi una pagina Web che dia informazioni sullo studio del cancro (del diabete, degli attrosi, ecc.).

12.  Cerchi una pagina Web per mandare cartoline elettroniche di Natale (Pasqua, San Valentino, ecc.).

13.  Cerchi il nome di tre festival culturali in Italia. Dica dove hanno luogo e quando (tre feste religiose, ecc.).

14.  Cerchi e scriva il nome di 5 capi di stato attuali europei (africani, sudamericani, ecc.).

15.  Cerchi una pagina Web per potere ascoltare musica moderna italiana (dialettale, classica, ecc.).

16.  Cerchi una pagina Web per potere fare richerche genealogiche.

17.  Cerchi una pagina Web che dia informazioni sugli sport italiani come ad esempio il calcio.

18.  Cerchi una pagina Web del Vaticano.

19.  Cerchi una pagina Web che dia informazioni sui film in lingua italiana.

20.  Cerchi una pagina Web per potere fare richerche sui partiti politici italiani.

 


Appendix 4B

Alcune abbreviazioni

 

A.C.

Azione Cattolica

a.C.

avanti Cristo

ACPOL

Associazione di Cultura Politica

a.D.

Nell’anno del Signore (Anno Domini)

A.G.U.S.

Associazione del Giornalisti degli Uffici Stampi

A.L.F.A.

Anomina Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili (Romeo)

ALITALIA

Aerolinee Italiane Internazionali

A.N.A.S.

Azienda Nazionale Autonoma delle Strade

A.N.S.A.

Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associazione

A.R.C.E.

Associazione per le Relazioni Culturali con l’Estero

B.C.I.

Banca Commerciale Italiana

B.N.L.

Banca Nazionale del Lavoro

C.A.P.

Codice di Avviamento Postale

CC

Carabinieri

C.C.

Codice Civile

C.E.R.N.

Comitato Europeo di Ricerche Nucleari

CESES

Centro Studi e Ricerche sui Problemi Economici e Sociali

C.F.S.

Corpo Forestale dello Stato

C.N.E.N.

Comitato Nazionale per l’Energia Nucleare

C.N.R.N.

Comitato Nazionale Ricerche Nucleari

C.O.I.

Centro Orientamento Immigranti

F.I.A.T.

Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino

I.N.A.I.L.

Istituto Nazionale per l’Assicurazione contro gli Infortuni sul Lavoro

ALALC

Associazione Latino Americano de Libero Scambio (LAFTA)

MIEC

Movimento Internazionale degli Studenti Cattolici

M.I.F.E.D.

Mercato Internazionale del Film del Documentario

OTAN

Organizzazione del Trattato Nord Atlantico (NATO)

N.B.

Nota bene

N.S.G.C.

Nostro Signore Gesù Cristo

N.T.

Nuovo Testamento

O.I.R.

Organizzaione Internazionale per i Rifugiati

O.I.R.T.

Organizzazione Internazionale di Radio-diffusione e Televisione

O.M.N.

Organizzazione Meterologica Mondiale

O.N.A.R.M.O.

Opera Nazionale Assistenza Religiosa Morale Operai

O.N.A.S.

Ordine Nazionale Autori e Scrittori

O.N.U.

Organizzazione delle Nazioni Unite

O.R.U.

Organismo Rappresentativo Universitario

O.S.A.

Organizzazione degli Stati Americani

O.V.N.I.

Oggetti volanti non-identificati

p.es.

per esempio

P.L.I.

Partito Liberale Italiano

P.M.

Pontefice Massimo/
Pubblico Ministero

Appendix 4B  (Continued)

P.R.I.

Partito Repubblicano Italiano

P.S.D.I.

Partito Socialista Italiano

P.S.I.U.P.

Partito Socialista di Unità Proletaria

P.S.U.

Partito Socialista Unificato

P.T.P.

Posto Telefonico Pubblico

R.A.I.

Radio Audizioni Italiane

R.A.U.

Repubblica Araba Unita

R.S.I.

Repubblica Sociale Italiana

R.S.M.

Repubblica di San Marino

R.U.

Relazioni umane

S.A.I.

Società Attori Italiani

S.E.D.I.

Società Editrice dei Documentari Italiani

S.E.I.

Società Editrice Internazionale

S.Em.

Sua Eminenza

S.I.A.E.

Società Italiana Autori ed Editori

S.P.

Santo Padre

S.p.A.

Società per Azioni

S.P.E.S.

Servizio Propaganda e Stampa

S.P.I.

Società per la pubblicità in Italia

S.P.M.

sue proprie mani

S.R.C.

Santa Romana Chiesa

S.R.I.

Sacro Romano Impero

S.S.

Sua Santità/Santa Sede/ Santi

S.V.I.

Signoria Vostra Illustrissima

U.C.A.I.

Unione Cattolica Artisti Italiani

U.C.D.

Ufficio Catechistico Diocesano

U.C.I.D.

Unione Cristiana Imprenditori Dirigenti

U.C.I.P.

Unione Cattolica Internazionale della Stampa

U.C.S.I.

Unione Cattolica della Stampa Italiana

U.D.I.

Unione Donne Italiane

U.E.F.

Unione Europea dei Federalisti

U.E.F.A.

Unione Europea delle Federazioni di Calcio

U.E.O.

Unione dell'Europa Occidentale

U.M.O.F.C.

Unione mondiale delle Organizzazione Femminili Cattoliche

U.N.E.S.C.O.

Organizzazione delle Nazione Unite per l’Educazione, la Scienza, la Cultura

UNICE

Unione delle Industrie della Comunità Europea

U.N.I.C.E.F.

Fondo Internazionale di Emergenza per l’Infanzia delle Nazioni Unite

U.R.S.S.

Unione delle Repubbliche Socialiste Sovietiche

U.S.A.

Stati Uniti d’America

U.S.P.I.

Unione della Stampa Periodica Italiana

U.S.S.I.

Unione Stampa Sportiva Italiana

 

 

* Source: Zingarelli, Nicola. Vocabolario della lingua italiana. Bologna: Nicola Zanchelli SpA., 1970. ISBN n/a


Appendix 4 C

Situazioni ipotetiche

 

1.   Dopo di una guerra nucleare o biochimica dovete ripopolare la Terra però potete scegliere sette persone fra dodici che hanno sopravvissuto il disastro. Ognuno è d’una certa età, ha una professione o un mestiere e diverse caracteristiche positive e negative e dei problemi personali.

2.   Dopo di un disastro mondiale, voi dovrete viaggiare nello spazio. Che/Chi portereste e perchè?

3.   I grandi artisti del passato visitano gli artisti di oggi.

4.   Cristoforo Colombo visita il nuovo mondo 500 anni dopo la sua scoperta (Padre Pio visita il suo paese dopo la beatificazione, ecc.).

5.   Hai scoperto il modo di restare sempre giovane.

6.   Stai per sposarti ma scopri che il tuo futuro partner è il tuo fratellastro (la tua sorellastra, tuo cugino, ecc.).

7.   È la fine del Mondo e Gesù viene per rendere il giudizio universale. Chi sceglierà? E perchè?

8.   Mentre viaggi per un paese sconosciuto conosci il tuo doppio (clono).

9.   Un giorno ti svegli e scopri che sei un’altra persona.

10.  Hai appena inventato il cibo del futuro (p.es. le angurie quadrate).

11.  La Terra è stata invasa da extraterrestri che vi ordinano di scegliere una persona che deve essere eliminata di modo che il mondo venga salvato da pestilenze e terribili catastrofi. Chi scegliereste e perchè? Sarebbe un uomo o donna? ecc.

12.  Hai inventato gli occhiali con cui puoi vedere il punto di vista di una persona scelta. Chi sceglieresti? Cosa diresti? Che influenza avresti nel mondo? ecc.

13.  Hai la fortuna/sfortuna di essere giornalista per un giorno e devi intervistare una persona scelta. Chi sceglieresti? Cosa le chiederesti?

14.  Hai inventato un sistema politico ideale che può portare pace ed armonia in questo mondo. Descrivi e discuti questo sistema.

15.  Hai conosciuto una persona del passato che diventa parte del tuo futuro e della tua felicità. Chi sarebbe? Perchè?

16.  Hai inventato un superanimale poliziesco che lotta contro la violenza ed il terrorismo. Come lo chiameresti? Come lo useresti e perchè?


Appendix 4D

Criteri per il documentario

Il vostro documentario dovrà includere i seguenti elementi.

 

q    Un titolo adatto

q    Una situazione ipotetica

q    Un buon riassunto dei fatti ipotetici

q    Evidenza che sostenga la situazione e fatti ipotetici

q    Interviste/Commenti sui problemi incontrati

q    Corrispondenti e rapporti giornalistici (il numero dipende dalla situazione ipotetica)

q    Linguaggio che rifletta la situazione ipotetica

q    Foto, mappe, altri mezzi audiovisivi, musica

q    Suggerimenti che ispirino soluzioni possibili

q    Chiarezza/Coerenza

Appendix 4E

Valutazione del documentario

 

Attrae l’attenzione del pubblico sin dall’inizio

/5

Presenta chiaramente la situazione ipotetica

/10

È linguisticamente e artisticamente creativo

/10

Contiene un titolo, una situazione ipotetica, un riassunto e soluzioni possibili

/10

Le interviste, i commenti ed i reportage sono molto efficaci

/10

Le foto, mappe, mezzi audiovisivi e musica contribuiscono alla totalità artistica del documentario

/10

Il linguaggio è molto efficace, chiaro, e coerente

/10

Buon uso della grammatica

/15

Buona pronunica ed intonazione

/15

Mantiene l’attenzione del pubblico fino alla fine

/5

Totale

/100

 

 

Commenti:

 

 

 


Appendix 4F

Scheda di verificazione per il processo di scrittura

 

Nome ________________________                                                  Data ____________________

 

Faccia una X vicino alla risposta corretta.

 

Prima di scrivere. Per organizzarmi…

 

Ho pensato ad un tema _______

Ho fatto uno schema _________

Ho investigato ____________

Ho parlato con altri __________

Ho osservato _______________

Ho usato l’immaginazione __________________________

Ho fatto un’intervista ________

Ho fatto domande ___________

Altro __________________

L’Abbozzo. Per fare l'abbozzo…

 

Ho organizzato tutto in maniera logica ___________________

Ho fatto un abbozzo _________

Ho scritto cartelline _________________________

Ho annotato ________________

Ho scritto un’introduzione _______________________

Ho scritto una conclusione _________________________

Altro _____________________

 

 

 

Correzioni. Per raggiungere una versione finale di qualità…

 

Ho chiesto suggerimenti ad altre persone ___________________

Ho riesaminato l’introduzione _________________________

Ho riesaminato la conclusione __________________________

Ho cercato errori grammaticali __________________________

Ho riesaminato l’ordine delle idee __________________

Ho cercato gli errori ortografici _______________

Ho aggiunto più dettagli ______

Altro____________

 

 

Redazione finale. Per avere una versione finale…

 

Ho fatto tutto il possibile per finalizzare il mio compito scritto ____________

 

Consegni questa Scheda di verificazione con la Sua versione finale del compito al professore per la valutazione.

 

Firma ______________________________                           Data_______________________


Appendix 4G

Alcuni paesi del mondo

L’Afganistan

L’Algeria

L’Arabia Saudita

L’Argentina

L’Australia

L’Austria

Il Belgio

La Bolivia

Il Brasile

La Bulgaria

Il Camerun

Il Canada

La Cecoslovacchia

Il Messico

Il Cile

La Cina

La Colombia

La Corea del Nord

La Corea del Sud

La Costa Rica

La Cuba

La Danimarca

La Repubblica Dominicana

L’Ecuador

L’Egitto

Il Salvador

Gli Emerati Arabi Uniti

L’Etiopia

Le Filippine

La Finlandia

La Francia

La Germania

La Giamaica

Il Giappone

La Grecia

La Guatemala

L’Honduras

L’India

L’Iran

L’Iraq

L’Irlanda

L’Israele

L’Italia

L’Iugoslavia

Il Libano

La Libia

Il Marocco

La Nicaragua

La Norvegia

La Nuova Zelanda

Il Pakistan

Il Panamà

Il Paraguay

Il Perú

La Polonia

Il Portogallo

Il Regno Unito

La Romania

La Russia

La Spagna

La Repubblica Sudafricana

Gli Stati Uniti

La Svezia

La Svizzera

La Tunisia

La Turchia

L’Ungheria

La Venezuela

Lo Zaire

La Croazia

La Slovenia

 

Appendix 4H

Valutazione scritta

Linguaggio: (35)

 

Uso del vocabolario

/10

Revisione dell’ortografia

/5

Uso delle strutture grammaticali

/10

Creatività linguistica

/10

Contenuto/Coerenza (Contiene l’informazione necessaria): (35)

/35

Organizzazione: (25)

 

Stile

/10

Paginazione

/5

Organizzazione logica

/10

Intitolazione: (5)

/5

Totale: (100)

/100

Commenti:

 

 


Appendix 4I

Valutazione per presentazioni orali

 

Pronuncia (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Intonazione (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Organizzazione/Preparazione (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Contenuto/Coerenza (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Vocabolario (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Grammatica (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Creatività e originalità (5)

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

 

 

 

Iniziativa (5)

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

 

 

 

Comportamento/Entusiasmo (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Riconoscimento culturale (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Comprensione orale/Impressione generale (10)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Totale

/100

Commenti:

 

 

 

 

Appendix 4J

Sul discorso

Nome __________________________                                              Data__________________

 

Ispezioni il discorso e poi risponda alle seguenti domande.

 

1.   Come fa l’autore a cattivare l’atttenzione del pubblico?

2.   Perchè pensa che l’autore abbia usato un racconto (una favola, ecc.) nel suo discorso?

3.   Cerchi al meno due casi dove l’autore abbia usato ripetizione di parole, frasi o proposizioni per mettere in rilievo una questione.

4.   Perchè pensa che l’autore abbia usato il dialogo (il dialetto, ecc.) nel suo discorso?

5.   Trovi un esempio di forte metafora visiva.

6.   Trovi per lo meno un esempio di proposizione che riassuma il discorso.

 


Appendix 4 K

Pensare al suo discorso/scrivere un discorso

 

Nome ___________________________                                                        Data___________________

Completi la schedina seguente per aiutarLa a riscrivere un saggio come discorso.

 

Considerazione                                                                                               Risposta/Reazione

Tema/Assunto

1.   Qual è il tema/assunto del suo discorso?

2.   Quali domande potrà fare il pubblico su questo tema/assunto?

Pubblico

1.   Chi è il mio pubblico?

2.   Che informazioni dovrò spiegare a questo pubblico?

3.   Dovrò chiarire le mie opinioni a questo pubblico? Se sì, come potrò farlo?

Intenzione/Motivo

1.   Perchè mi hanno chiesto di fare un discorso?

2.   Devo informare, persuadere, o intrattenere il mio pubblico?

Luogo

1.   Dove parlerò? Questo come potrà effettuare il mio discorso?

2.   Quando parlerò come potrà questo effettuare il mio discorso?

Progettare il suo discorso

Preoccupazioni

Soluzioni

Come potrò richiamare l’attenzione del pubblico?

 

 

 

Come potrò mantenere l’attenzione del pubblico durante tutto il discorso?

 

 

Che tipo di linguaggio userò?

 

Come potrò ben comunicarmi con il pubblico? Quale messaggio vorrò comunicare?

 

 

Riesamini le sue risposte/reazioni nella schedina “Pensare al suo discorso.” Usi queste idee per riscrivere un saggio come un discorso efficace.


Appendix 4L

Valutazione del discorso scritto

Linguaggio: (30)

 

Uso del vocabolario

/10

Ortografia

/10

Uso delle strutture grammaticali

/10

Contenuto/Coerenza: (30)

/30

Organizzazione: (25)

 

Stile

/10

Paginazione

/5

Organizzazione logica

/10

Titolo: (5)

/5

Bibliografia: (5)

/5

Citazioni: (5)

/5

Totale:

/100

Commenti:

 

 

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