AALL Internet Lesson: Phoenix, Arizona Homeowner's Codes
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Learning Level: ESOL multi-level
Arizona Standards/Indicators note: Standards and Indicators are not quoted fully; sections are used which relate to the lesson
Pre-lit:
A. Listening: comprehends pre-literacy vocabulary in spoken context
B. Reading: 3.Recognizes basic sight words 6.Reads and comprehends short sentences
D.Writing 3. Writes basic sight words 5. Writes numbers 1-12
Functions: n/a
Supporting grammar: interrogative of the verb "to be".
Beginning:
A. Listening: Comprehends beginning vocabulary in spoken context.
B. Reading: Reads and comprehends sentences with beginning vocabulary.
C. Speaking: Practices sentences and vocabulary.
D.Writing Writes sentences using the vocabulary and structures in the lesson ; composes sentences using lesson vocabulary
Functions: Expresses ability/inability
Supporting grammar: modals can/can't: imperative verbs
Intermediate:
A. Listening: Comprehends intermediate vocabulary in spoken context.
B. Reading: Reads and comprehends sentences with intermediate vocabulary.
c. Speaking: practices sentences and vocabulary using the vocabulary and structures of the lesson.
D. Writing 3. Writes text using the grammar modals should, shouldn't 2.composes sentences using present real conditional.
Functions: Gives advice, suggestions
Supporting grammar: 3.modals should, shouldn't; constructs present real conditional 4. Count/mass some of, free of 5.no higher than
Advanced:
A. Listening: Comprehends vocabulary in spoken context.
B. Reading: Reads and comprehends texts in unfamiliar contexts
C. Speaking: Practices texts and vocabulary with audio guides.
D. Writing Writes expository texts using the vocabulary and grammar forms in the lesson.
Functions: expresses an opinion.
Supporting grammar: passive voice, present conditionals
Learning Context: Community Member
Lesson Overview: This lesson shows students various homes in the states of repair/disrepair. It links a number of Phoenix City Housing Codes to the pictures of the homes. The student practices grammar, language functions, writing, reading, and speaking skills at the four levels within the lesson and worksheet. Students have an opportunity to listen to the selections on each picture page. The objectives of the lessons are to familiarize students with typical United States customs concerning property upkeep, and to encourage discussions about the responsibilities of home ownership. other objectives include the mastery of vocabulary, grammar, idioms, and sentence formation in each of the worksheets.
Warm-up: (15 minutes) Ask the students to meet in groups of four and describe homes in the students' neighborhoods. (7 minutes). Ask one from each group to tell one good and one bad thing about the homes. Write some key vocabulary on the board. (include word responsible) Introduce the lesson: Phoenix, Arizona has codes for homeowners. If you own a home in Phoenix, you must follow these codes, or you may get a fine. If you rent a home, the owner is responsible for following these codes.(8 minutes)
Student Activity: 1-2 hours Direct the students to the internet lesson on each level. it may be helpful to pair students, so that they may practice the sentences and text. Tell the students to go to the worksheet when the lesson is finished. Help the students use the on-line dictionary if they need help.
Post Assessment: The answers can be left on the worksheet if the student downloads it, or you may download and copy the worksheet before class, and omit the answers. Correct the writing according to the AZ standards. Follow-up activities will be needed to reinforce and show mastery of the grammar and structures in the lesson.
Branching Out
At the next class session, ask the students to share their writings.
Publish the writings and share with other classes, or on the internet.
Ask a speaker from neighborhood services to come to class for questions and answers.
Ask students to attend a neighborhood meeting, and report back on the proceedings.