Sports
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This online module is developed for students acquiring English as a second language. More specifically, it is carefully designed with the aim of familiarizing them with the Unit of “sports”; it provides them with the opportunity to acquire the necessary knowledge regarding sports vocabulary and grammar by watching videos and flashcards and completing engaging and interesting activities online (multiple choice activities, matching activities, writing tasks, etc). It also provides students with the experience of working in an online environment with their peers. In addition, word recognition skills, knowledge, and techniques can also be exercised and developed within a professional context.
General aims and specific objectives:
Aims:
Upon completion of this course learner will be able to:
- Define and analyze the basic rules of each sport.
- Put their acquired knowledge into practice by completing online activities
Objectives:
- Define sports' meaning
- Compare different types of sports
- Execute matching activities related to sports
- Explain the equipment which is required for each type of sports
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This online module is developed for students acquiring English as a second language. More specifically, it is carefully designed with the aim of familiarizing them with the Unit of “sports”; it provides them with the opportunity to acquire the necessary knowledge regarding sports vocabulary and grammar by watching videos and flashcards and completing engaging and interesting activities online (multiple choice activities, matching activities, writing tasks, etc). It also provides students with the experience of working in an online environment with their peers. In addition, word recognition skills, knowledge, and techniques can also be exercised and developed within a professional context.
General aims and specific objectives:
Aims:
Upon completion of this course learner will be able to:
- Define and analyze the basic rules of each sport.
- Put their acquired knowledge into practice by completing online activities
Objectives:
- Define sports' meaning
- Compare different types of s
This online module is developed for students acquiring English as a second language. More specifically, it is carefully designed with the aim of familiarizing them with the Unit of “sports”; it provides them with the opportunity to acquire the necessary knowledge regarding sports vocabulary and grammar by watching videos and flashcards and completing engaging and interesting activities online (multiple choice activities, matching activities, writing tasks, etc). It also provides students with the experience of working in an online environment with their peers. In addition, word recognition skills, knowledge, and techniques can also be exercised and developed within a professional context.
General aims and specific objectives:
Aims:
Upon completion of this course learner will be able to:
- Define and analyze the basic rules of each sport.
- Put their acquired knowledge into practice by completing online activities
Objectives:
- Define sports' meaning
- Compare different types of s
Welcome to Week 1!
Billie Jean King says that "sports teaches you character, it teaches you to play by the rules, it teaches you to know what it feels like to win and lose, it teaches you about life".
There are numerous types of sports. In this Unit, we will discuss the characteristics of different types of sports and analyze each one's equipment for an effective learning experience in an online learning environment.
To-do list in Unit 1:
1. The "Welcome forum" is there for you to introduce yourself and let us know about your expectations from this course.
2. There is a short introductory video for you to get acquainted with sports vocabulary. The video is available under the "links" section.
3. There is a file with flashcards that you may access from the "Documents" section that provides you with a general overview of the basic sports vocabulary. Study the materials you prefer and help you learn more effectively.
4. There is a word game about sports equipment that you can have access to from the "Links" section. Through this matching activity you will extend and practise your vocabulary related to sports.
The Olympic Games are an athletic festival that originated in ancient Greece and were revived in the late 19th century. They are the world's foremost sports competition and include athletes from all over the world.
Why are they important?
Because they promote peace and the Olympic principles all around the world.
So, in this Unit we are going to have a closer look at the various sports that are part of the Olympic games. Also you will have the chance to practice the vocabulary you learned in Unit 1 through matching and multiple choice activities. These exercises will help you assimilate your acquired knowledge, improve your perfomance and reach your highest potential.
To-do list in Unit 2:
1. A listening activity you can access to from the "Links" section or just by clicking on this link Listening Activity
2. After studying the glossary, practise the words you have learned by completing a matching activity you can access to from "Exercises" section. The activity is also available under the "Documents" section if you would like to print it but we advise you to complete it online so that you can get immediate feedback.
3. The Assignment 1, which is a padlet activity that requires you to answer a few questions based on your personal preferences. We will discuss your answers in our next lesson!
