Journal 1: Introductions

It is time for introductions! All of you, brave students of Proficient level, will be stuck with one another for many hours every week. It's best if we "start off on the right foot".

Prompt: You will write two short (1-2 paragraph) introductions. First, briefly introduce yourself. Please also include a photo of yourself.

Then introduce the classmate that you interviewed. Perhaps you could mention where your classmate is from, what his dreams or aspirations are, or what he's most afraid of!

Due Sunday, Sept. 2

Nice to meet you!

Welcome!

Welcome! This is our class weblog. A "blog" is a place where you can share your experiences and opinions. What better time to do that than now when you are living in a strange country learning a very strange language!? Blogging is also a great way to learn about your classmates and to help each other improve your English writing skills.

KEEPING AN ON-LINE JOURNAL

Once or twice a week I will post a prompt. A prompt is a question or topic which you respond to in writing. Your journal entry MUST be at least 10 sentences (aprox. 2 paragraphs) in length. If you want, you may post pictures or links to help your reader understand what you are talking about. As you learn more about English writing and grammar, feel free to come back and edit and correct your journal entries.

To receive a grade for your journal entries, your post:
1. MUST be at least 10 sentences
2. MUST have at least 2 comments from classmates

Of course, I hope you will also use your blog to write just for fun, too! ALP professors love to see their students enjoying their American life and the English language.

So, what are you waiting for!? Create your own blog and start showing us who you are!

Yours,