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2.1: Preview

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    AWL Vocabulary Preparation

    The following Academic Word List words are found in the article, “IELP Expectations of Students.” Notice that many of the words are repeated from chapter 1.

    Receptive Knowledge: These words appear in the Academic Word list (sub-list 3-10). You need to understand these words when you read or hear them. The words repeated from chapter 1 are italicized. The new words are in bold.

    Exercise \(\PageIndex{1}\):

    Word Study

    Look up the words you do not know. Make a study list in your notebook. Include the part of speech, definition, and a synonym.

    academic:

    adapt:

    assignment:

    attitudes:

    instructions:

    lecture:

    mentally:

    schedule:

    styles:

    tasks:

    Productive Knowledge: These words appear in the Academic Word list (sub-list 1-2). You need to learn their meaning, recognize them, and learn to use them in speaking and writing. The words repeated from chapter 1 are italicized. The new words are in bold.

    Exercise \(\PageIndex{2}\):

    Word Study

    Look up the words you do not know. Make a study list in your notebook. Include the part of speech, definition, and a synonym. Try writing sentences with these words to develop your productive knowledge.

    affects:

    environment:

    finally:

    focus:

    methods:

    policy:

    required:

    similar:

    Exercise \(\PageIndex{3}\):

    Pre-reading

    Answer the following questions with a partner or small group.

    1. What university expectations (or requirements) are discussed in “Stephanie’s Story?”
    2. What are some common university or high school expectations (or requirements) in your home country?
    3. Which expectations (or requirements) are the same in the US and in your home country?
    4. Which expectations (or requirements) are different in the US and in your home country?

    This page titled 2.1: Preview is shared under a CC BY-NC license and was authored, remixed, and/or curated by Amber Bliss Calderón (PDXOpen publishing initiative) .

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