Ingles 9 Modulo 6

English Do you like to tell
Pedagogical Module 6 stories?

Curricular Threads: Communication and Cultural Awareness,
Oral Communication, Reading, Writing, Language Through the Arts
Ninth Grade EGB
4 Culture
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Infinitives and gerunds 3
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Stl
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Adverbs of degree:
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too, enough, very

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Feelings and
5 emotions
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Agreement:
1 Experiences
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so and neither
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and Anecdotes
Values
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9 Honesty 8 Diversity 7 Digital rights 6 Interculturality
Experiences and Anecdotes

People have a lot of experiences and anecdotes to share
when they are with friends and family. Some of them are
positive, others are negative. There are some stories that
we remember and like to share because they are funny,
or even scary. Nowadays with technology, people can
share stories right after they happen, even if they are on a
a trip. All these stories have something in common, they
cause people to have different feelings. The important
thing about both bad and good experiences, is that they
leave a message, and provide an opportunity to learn a
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lesson for life.
• What are the funniest anecdotes you remember that include your friends?
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• What anecdotes have you told several times?
• Should people share their anecdotes on a social networking site? Explain.
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Lesson A
Communication and Cultural Awareness
How many links can you find on the Internet about one specific topic? How do you know which one is reliable?
Too Much Information?
1. Read this article about the information you find on the Internet.
The internet is a useful source for looking up information. It makes life

easy because you have access to the world with a single click. But, what
happens when you don’t know what link to click on? Here are some stories
about people who were in that situation.
My name is Mike. I’m in the third year of high school and I love the internet,
but it’s also a bit dangerous. When I have to do research for homework,
I don’t like to include information only from the Internet. I honestly prefer
books and academic papers. Once I copied some incorrect information.
Now I check the sources of what I read on the internet.
I’m Julia, and I like doing all my homework using of the internet. For my
last geography homework, I looked up information about volcanoes in Latin
America. I didn’t check the website and I just printed the first link I found. My
teacher asked me about the Amazon Volcano. I said, I think it is a river, and
my teacher replied, “Why did you write it’s a volcano?” I was so embarrassed.
I’m Carla and I don’t enjoy doing homework on the internet. Last week,
I had to do a literature homework about poets, and, to be honest, I didn’t
take my time to do it well. I just copied some information from a website.
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When I handed in my homework, I didn’t realize I hadn’t erased all the

links and ads that were copied in the document. I got a zero for my grade.
2. Write Mike, Julia or Carla in the blank in front of how they do homework.
a. looks for information in books and papers.
b. printed extra links in their homework.
c. wrote the wrong information in the homework.
d. loves the Internet for doing homework.
3. Match the sentences with the pictures. Write the letter under the picture
it describes.
A. websites B. link C. adds D. fake sites
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http://www.
Vocabulary Warning!
cancel
grade. a score or value

on an assignment
4. Discuss the questions below in a small group.
check. review, to see

if something is correct • Have you had problems using the internet for school assignments?
and appropriate What happened?
realize. notice, understand • The Internet is most useful for which type of school assignments?
Explain.
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Oral Communication
How often do you use social networks? What personal information is on your social network?
A Million Friends
Audio
Listen to the dialogue.
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1. Listen to the audio and read the sentences, then write if they are True(T) Tip
or False(F) based on the audio. Compare your answers with a partner.
Conversation strategy
a. Gia has a lot of friends on her social network. You can use the following
b. Gia knows everybody on her social network.
simple expressions
to agree or disagree with
c. Zack doesn’t agree with Gia’s opinion about making friends. someone’s opinion.
d. Zack agrees with Gia’s opinion about the advantages I agree = affirmative
of social networks. I disagree = negative
Don’t use the verb to be:
2. What does Gia usually do on her social networking site. Check three I’m agree
things.
a. Looks for things to buy
b. Accepts requests
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c. Uploads pictures
d. Looks for a place to live
e. Posts personal information
3. Work with a partner to discuss the questions below.

Vocabulary
• How frequently do you check and use social networks? How many
hours of internet time is spent on social networks every day? the more the merrier. when
there are more people,
• What do you use social networks for? What should they NOT be used the event is funner
for?
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Reading
Have you ever heard about the digital world? What do you know about it?
What is the Digital World?
1. Read this article about the digital world.
The internet is the starting point of a great digital revolution. One of the most
relevant changes in this era is communication. People used to make phone
calls. Now, thanks to smartphones and the internet, communication is faster
and easier. In fact, video calls are now part of everyday communication.
This digital world has also influenced education. Teachers have developed
many tools, and designed websites and virtual classes to make the learning
process more effective. For example, video conferences are perfect for
keeping in touch with students who can’t attend face-to-face classes.
Nowadays, social networks help support businesses to buy and sell
products, and even keep in touch with customers in a more personalized
way.
There are a lot of benefits in this digital world. However, there are also
some dangers if a person doesn’t use the internet safely. Everyone has to be
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careful online because the internet can be dangerous in many ways.
2. After reading the article again, work in small groups. Discuss, and write
the answers to the following questions in your notebook.
Interesting Facts • Explain the term “digital revolution” using your own words.
There are many businesses • What’s the most remarkable change thanks to technology? Explain.
that simply cannot function • How has technology influenced education? Explain with examples.
without technology. For
example, if the 'system • How has technology influenced small business? Explain with examples.
is down', or there is no
electricity, the business has to 3. Discuss the following questions with your partner and write your answer
below.
close.
Fortunately, there are still a. What are other advantages of the digital revolution regarding
small businesses that can education?
continue to operate in 'the
old way'.
b. What are uses for the internet that many people don’t usually think
about?
Vocabulary
era. period of time c. What do you think about “digital revolution”? Will it continue? Can
you escape it?

business. an organization
that produces a product
or provides a service
to make money
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Writing
What are some funny anecdotes related to the use of social networks?
I Tweeted it Wrong
Sometimes you can send a message or make a call to the

wrong person because of a mistake. Many people have had
experiences and anecdotes that are... interesting.
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Hi, my name is Micaela, and I work as a secretary in a big company. We

always use social networks to keep in touch with our coworkers and,
of course, the boss. We usually send messages, and we hardly ever make
calls. I prefer sending text messages rather than sending emails. One day,
I wanted to know about the exact date of an important meeting, so I sent
a message to my boss to ask him about it. I wrote something like this:
“Hi, Rick. Can you tell me when the meeting is?”. I waited two hours, but
he didn’t answer. Then, I got a message from my cousin Rick. He wrote
me: “Hi, little cousin. I’m sorry, what meeting are you talking about?”. I
realized that I sent the message to the wrong person. I laughed, and
I explained to my cousin what happened. After that, I sent the message to
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my boss; and I changed the name of the two contacts on my phone to these:
Rick boss and Rick cousin.
1. Ask a partner the questions below. Also, discuss your answers to the
same questions.
Discusss with a partner
• Have you ever had a similar experience to the one in the reading?
the following questions.
What happened?
• What steps can you take
• Was it funny or serious? to avoid these mistakes?
• How did you handle it? • What should you do if you
know you have made
2. Now, it’s your turn. Write about a funny anecdote related to the use of a mistake?
your favorite social network. Use the simple past. Include important
details such as: what happened, who was involved, was it serious, how
did you handle it, etc. Share your anecdote with classmates.
What Reflection
When
Where
Who
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Language through the Arts
What’s your favorite social networking site? Why do you like and use it?
Social Networks
1. Read this article about social networks.

Value: Digital rights
Social networks are an essential source of information for people of all ages.
All people have the right to To keep in touch with friends, know about breaking news, or even buy and
express themselves on social sell things.
networks respectfully. If you The company Bulletin Board System (BBS), created the first social network
share something, make sure it’s in 1974. Its objective was to inform company employees about meetings.
not offensive. Years later, people used a webpage called Blogger to share experiences in
a blog. In 2002, Friendster appeared, and people could play online games.
Two years later, in 2004, Facebook was created. Mark Zuckerberg designed
the website when he was studying at Harward University in the USA. It
was for college students, but everybody started to use it. People published
photos, comments and personal information. Facebook now has two billion
users from all around the world.
Discuss these questions in
a small group and write your One year after Facebook, YouTube was part of the internet, but it had a
answers below. different goal than Facebook. It was a website to share videos. In 2006,
Twitter started as a microblogging website, and people could only write
a. What’s your favorite social
network? Why?
140 characters.
Although social networks have a lot of benefits, people must be cautious
with the information they share online.
Adapted from: https://www.dgtraffic.com/a-brief-history-of-social-media/
b. What other social networks 2. Read the article again. Correct the mistakes in the sentences below and
do you use? rewrite them.
a. The objective of the first social network was to make friends.
b. In 2002, there was a social network to post photos.
c. Facebook has around one million users.
3. Write the use of each social network on the line next to its name.
post photos play online games watch videos inform about

meeting share feelings give opinions with a few characters
3
BBS
Blogger
Friendster
Facebook
YouTube
k
pi
ee
Fr
Twitter
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Oral Communication
What do you use social networks for? What else can they be used for?
Advantages and Disadvantages of Social Networks
1. Listen to this interview about advantages and disadvantages of social

networks. Audio
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2. Listen to the conversation again. Complete the sentences with one word. Grammar Tip
a. People can read the on social networks. During conversations, you

can include adverbs of degree
b. Some groups help each other with situations.
when you agree or disagree
c. People create profiles just to hurt people or . with someone’s opinion.
I absolutely agree with you.
d. Most of the online can’t detect if it is a fake profile or not.
I agree entirely.
e. Users post a lot of pictures and information.
I totally disagree with your
3. Classify the advantages and disadvantages listed above by writing the opinion.
important phrase of the sentences.
Advatages Disadvantages
4. With a partner, discuss and answer the following question. What are
other advantages and disadvantages with the use of social networks
that you have personally experienced?


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Lesson B

Social Studies
What’s the traditional dish in your city? Why is it so popular?
Food and Tradition

Traditional food is part of each country’s culture and identity. The ingredients
and the methods of cooking combine perfectly to create tasty dishes. Each
dish has a story to tell and a unique flavor which represents a city, region,
or country.
1. Read the article about typical food and cultural identity.
Food is an important part of everyone’s cultural identity. Traditional

cooking is the heart of each community’s identity. When a foreigner tries
a local dish, they learn more about the area’s traditions.
For example, when a person travels to the coast and asks for ceviche. The
tourist knows it’s made with fresh seafood, which is typical and available
in that region. On the other hand, a person who visits the highland region
can enjoy dishes prepared with pork, potatoes, and corn. In the Amazon
region, there is a great variety of exotic foods, including ants with lemon.
Visitors should try local dishes to understand the community they're
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visiting, and help the local economy.

In Ecuador, every geographical region and city has its own gastronomical
tradition. In the Galapagos and the coast, the traditional dishes are seafood.
In the highlands and the Amazon region, a variety of vegetables are always
available. Chefs and local people who know how to cook delicious dishes
which keep gastronomical traditions alive.
Circulate in the class and 2. Answer the questions below using your own words.
ask these questions to your
classmates. a. What are the three characteristics that define a community’s identity?
• What’s your favorite typical

Ecuadorian dish?
b. Why is important to try local dishes when you visit other places?
• What are the main
ingredients? Do you know
how to prepare it?
c. What are common ingredients for cooking on the Coast and in the
• What typical dish would Highlands?
you like to try? Why?
Coast
Highlands
d. Who produces the ingredients to prepare the local dishes?
3. Write in your notebook the food of the each region: Coast, Higlands and
Amazon region. Some words can be in two or more regions.
Vocabulary
highlands. an area of high potatoes shrimp yuca crab green plantain

mountains tomatoes corn peas cocoa coffee banana rice
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Oral Communication
What foods have you tried that many people would consider strange? Have you ever tried chontacuros or ants?
Food Experiences
1. Listen to the conversation about food experiences.

Audio
CreativeCommons/Agencia de Noticias Andes

Grammar Tip
To express agreement with

a statement, you can use so
and neither. The auxilary verb
needs to match the verb in the
first statement. Both so and
neither are used to agree.
So is used to agree with a
2. Listen to the conversation again. Circle if the sentences are True(T) statement which is affirmative.
or False(F). If they are false, discuss with a partner why.
Josue: ‘I am tired.’
a. John went to the Amazon with his whole family.
Peter: ‘So am I.’
b. John published some photos of his trip.
c. John didn’t like chontacuros. Cristina: ‘I have been to the

Galapagos.’
d. Both have eaten ants before.
Francisco: ‘So have I.’
e. Both loved eating cuy.
Neither is used to agree with
3. Write an appropriate response to each statement. Use So and Neither.
a negative statement:
Look at the tip on this page before answering. Mike: ‘I don't like classical music.’
a. I don’t like seafood. Fred: ‘Neither do I.’
b. I haven’t tried fanesca before.
Jose: ‘They didn't watch the game
c. I didn’t drink colada morada last November because it was all gone. on TV.’
Peter: ‘Niether did we.’
d. I’m cooking a delicious dessert. If you disagree with the
e. I ate corviche on my last vacation. statement, you need to explain
your reasons why.
4. Ask a classmate the questions below and write down their name and
answer. You may share the most interesting answers with the whole class.
Katy: ‘Ecuador is the best country
in the world.’
a. What are the most typical dishes in the Highlands?
Galo: ‘I disagree because it is
dangerous and very disorganized.’
b. Have you tried them before? When and where did you try them?
c. What are some typical dishes in the Oriente?
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Language Through the Arts
Why do you think cooking shows are so popular? Which TV shows about cooking have you watched?
Andrew Zimmern-Weird Food Lover
1. Read this article about a culinary expert.
Andre Zimmern is an American chef, and his most famous show is Bizarre
Foods. This program is very popular because it is about Andrew’s trips to
many parts of the world. The main objective of the show is to present exotic
foods, which Andrew eats and talks about. He goes all over the world, and
every place is a great experience. Below are comments about some of his
most remarkable trips.
In the Philippines, Zimmern tried shrimp pancakes because he loves
seafood. As a dessert, he had a delicious bun made from cheese ice cream.
In Oaxaca, Mexico, he ate insects. A typical dish in that city is grasshopper,
or chapulines. Their flavor was unique because they were served with a hot
chili pepper sauce.
In Bolivia, he drank a glass of mocochinchi. This is a typical drink that has
peach juice and cinnamon. It’s sweet and a great cocktail.
In Delhi, India, he tried some flowers and fruits. In India, they don’t eat
beef, so they prepare other types of food. For example, Zimmern tried
boiled banana flower with curry, which is a traditional vegetarian dish.
Andrew Zimmern has had many experiences with international food,
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which is a way to learn about the place you are visiting.

Fried grasshoper
2. Work with a partner and read the article again. Then, asnwer the
questions below.
a. What’s the main objective of his TV show?
Interesting Facts
In many parts of the world,

insects are a common food
enjoyed by many people. b. What sweet dish did he eat in the Philippines?
Insects are plentiful,
inexpensive, and high
in protien.
c. What makes chapulines special?
d. What kind of food did he have in India?
Vocabulary 3. In pairs or small groups, discuss and answer the questions below.
bun. a bread roll

• Have you heard of Andrew Zimmern before? What chefs have you
grasshopper. insect heard of or seen on TV?
cinnamon. aromatic spice • Which meal from the reading have you ever tried before, or would like
to try?
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Oral Communication
In your opinion, where can people eat the best seafood? Does it have to be at the coast?
Who Doesn’t Like Seafood?
1. Listen to the conversation.

Audio
Discuss the following

questions with a partner
or in small groups.
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• How many different places
have you tried ceviche?
2. Listen to the conversation again. Complete the sentences with specific • How can the 'same' dish be
words from the audio. prepared so many different
ways?
a. I’m I disagree with you.
Discuss the differences you
b. I agree with you. have experienced eating
c. I agree. ceviches.
3. Decide if the sentences are True(T) or False(F).
a. They are talking about seafood recipes.
b. Monica is from Manabi.
c. Cristina isn’t from Esmeraldas.
d. Julio cooks seafood.
e. Julio says everybody can cook.

Value: Diversity
4. Pair up. Create a similar conversation about food using expressions to
Ecuador is a magic and
agree or disagree with someone.
diverse country. Part of its
A: diversity is the different ways
people do things, such as
B: preparing different types of
A: food. The important thing is
to respect and appreciate the
B: diversity that makes us unique

in the world.
A:
B:
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Reading
Value: Interculturality
Social Studies
Which exotic foods have you tried? Which would you never try? Why not?
Exotic Foods Around the World
1. Read this article about exotic food around the world.
There are a lot of exotic ingredients and tastes in each part of the world.
Each dish makes a visit someplace unique and unforgettable. However,
not everyone likes to try new foods. Below are some posts from tourists
who have tried exotic foods in different cities in Asia.
“Food in Thailand is weird but delicious. In Thailand, I found a nice street
where people can try foods including insects, frogs, and more. I bought
a serving of stir-fried silkworms. In Thai, it’s Hon Mhai. I think it’s not a
bad meal.”
“I live in Beijing, China, but I’m from Quito. I’ve tried scorpions many
times when my sister prepared them as a snack. Honestly, I liked the
ones on the street more than the ones my sister prepared. I also ate fried
scorpions with my friends from college.”
“I had an amazing experience when I was in Japan. I ordered some chicken.
What I got was a dish with some pieces of meat, and the waiter said it was
chicken liver. In Ecuador, I know it as menudencias. I hadn’t eaten them
before in Quito, but I loved them in Japan. I think the flavor was different
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because it was boiled not grilled as they are prepared in my city.”

Stir-fried silkworms
2. Read the article again. Circle the correct answer to the questions below.
Work in small groups. Discuss a. How does the visitor describe the food in Thailand?
the questions below.
good spicy delicious
• What do you know
about food in Asia? What b. What does Hon Mhai look like?
ingredients are used? How
frogs worms insects
are they cooked?
• What do you know about c. With whom did the visitor eat scorpions the first time?
food in other parts of the
friends a family member alone
world?
• What’s the most exotic d. How do people prepare chicken liver in Japan?
meal you have ever tried?
grilled stir-fried boiled
Give details about the
experience.
3. Work with a partner. Write examples of foods you can prepare using
each cooking technique.
stir-fried
Vocabulary
fried
unforgettable. something that

boiled
will always be remembered
flavor. taste of food grilled
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Writing
What are the most delicious typical foods in your city or region?
Visit My City and Try a Dish
1. You’re going to write a blog to invite people to visit your city and try a
typical dish. Read this example.
Hi, I’m from Quito. Here there are a lot of typical dishes you can
try. There are desserts, main dishes, and, if you like to have new
experiences, you can also try exotic foods with unique ingredients.
If you come here, you can go to Mercado Central and try a delicious
soup named Yahuarlocro. It has boiled potatoes, lamb meat, and the
most exotic ingredient is sheep blood. Yes, fried lamb blood. I know it
doesn’t sound tasty, but you are going to enjoy it. If you are thirsty, you
can drink natural juices with alfalfa.
2. In small groups, discuss the questions below and write ideas in your
notebook.
• What’s one of the most typical meals in your city?
• What are the ingredients?
• How do people prepare the dish? Bolied, roasted, fried?
• Where can people try it?
3. Now, it’s your turn. Write your blog to invite people to try a typical dish.
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1 What is it:
2 What are the ingredients:
4 Where can you get it:
5 Conclusion:
3 How is it prepared:
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Assessment
Speaking Listening
1 Interview a classmate about social media. Ask them 3 Listen to this conversation about recipes.
the following questions and create one of your own.
Take notes. 4 Listen to the conversation again. Circle the correct
a. What’s your favorite social network? answer.
a. What dish does George’s mom want to prepare?
b. What are the advantages of social networks? corviche pristiños ceviche
b. Where can people usually find pristiños?

local markets supermarkets
c. What’s the most popular social network? grandma’s house
c. Are pristiños a kind of dessert?

d. What do you use the Internet for? Yes, they are. No, they aren’t.
d. What is George’s mom looking for?

a video a recipe a spoon
e. e. Does George go to buy the ingredients with his

mom?
?
Yes, he does. No, he doesn’t.
2 Work in pairs. Describe these pictures about typical
food. Describe the dish and the possible ingredients
they have. 5 Listen to the conversation again and answer the
following questions in your own words.
A
a. Why can’t George’s mom find a recipe?
Pixabay/M. Merino
Picture A:
b. What did George find on the internet?
c. Explain how the website was useful?

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Picture B:
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Assessment Do you like to tell stories?
Writing Reading
1 Read this email.

Ecuadorian food consists mainly of soup and stews,
rice, eggs, and vegetables. Seafood is excellent, even
in the highlands. Local specialties include ceviche,
seafood prepared in lemon juice; and baked pig, or
hornado.
Potatoes and yuca, are also an essential part of the
Ecuadorian gastronomy, and plantains also accompany
many plates.
In the highlands, trout and cuy (guinea pig) are
popular delicacies. The coastal region is renowned for
its delectable seafood, especially the ceviche (typically
shrimp or other shellfish prepared in lime juice
with onions, tomatoes, and cilantro and served with
popcorn or fried plantain chips). Another popular
plate is encebollado, a fish soup that has gained a
2 Write Paul an email to answer his question. Answer reputation as a national dish.
his question using between 40-50 words.
Adapted from https://www.adventure-life.com/ecuador/articles/history
3 Answer the following questions using your own

words.
a. What are some typical ingredients in

Ecuadorian food?
b. Where can you find good seafood in Ecuador?
c. What is a popular dish in all parts of Ecuador?
I’m completing this self-evaluation based on what I learned in the module.
Self-evaluation I check the box that most applies to me

I do it I do it I can I can’t do it
Topics very well somewhat well improve without help
I can discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the internet.

I can read and make decisions about appropriate use of social networks.
I can discuss my experiences with local and exotic foods.
I can read and write about a variety of foods.
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Project 1
Sharing Recipes!
Talk to various friends and family members to get some ideas about recipes
to share.
1 Get into groups of four students. Brainstorm

some ideas about recipes, how to prepare
them, and how they could be put on a website.
Write notes on the lines below:
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Tip
2 Come to an agreement with each other on
what dishes and how many recipes you want
Don’t translate the names of to include on your website. For example:
typical dishes. Ideas might include only typical Ecuadorian
dishes such as: Fritada or Ceviche
Furthermore, there are many
details to include in writing
down a recipe. More than
just the ingredients, you need
3 Write down the recipes and include any extra
information. Don’t forget to use all the new
to indicate the sequence of vocabulary you have learned so far. Make sure
steps to complete in detail, to include the city the dish is from and the
along with how long it will ingredients.
take to complete.
4 You recipe needs to include the following:
• list of ingredients
• amount of time to prepare
• step by step instructions
• special utensils needed
• possible modifications
5 Decide on the design of your website.

Finally, create your own website.
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Let’s review!
Vocabulary Writing
1 Choose a word from the box below to complete the 3 Find the mistakes in the sentences below. The
sentences. rewrite the sentences correctly.
boiled conferences fried a. I’m agree with your opinion about the dangers of
social networks.
network ants pages
a. I always look for information in books, magazines

and some web . b. She disagree totally with me.
b. Video can help to have a

better communication with people.
c. My best friend publishes a lot of pictures on her c. My teacher says he isn’t agree with our project.
social .
d. My family loves to eat

vegetables. They’re healthy.
d. So I do agree with everbody’s opinion.
e. I don’t like chicken. It has too
many calories.
f. Exotic foods include, worms,

and frogs.
e. He doesn't really agree right now.
Grammar
2 Read this paragraph. Then circle the correct answer

to fill in the blanks in the sentences. (simple past/
present perfect)
I’m a lover of exotic food from around the world.
In my free time, I post on my blog about my
experiences. Last month, I 1
in Hawaii, and I had a serving of squid luau. I’ve
never 2 that before. In my
hometown there’s just normal seafood. I remember
I3 fish with my mom, but never
squid. Anyway, I 4 the flavor.
Have you ever 5 a cocktail with
vanilla ice cream, coffee and sum? I did in Honolulu.
It’s amazing!
1. am - was - been
2. tried - trying - try
3. preparing - prepared - prepare

4. am like - liked - like
5. drank - drink - drunk
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Lesson C

Psychology
Are feelings and emotions synonyms? What are the differences between them?
Feelings and Emotions
1. People say feelings and emotions are shaped by culture. Does this mean
both terms can be applied to human beings? To find out the answer,
let’s read the following paragraph!
Actually, both terms share similar elements, but they are not the same
thing. Feelings are formed in the conscious mind, whereas, emotions can
be formed either consciously or subconsciously. Feelings include physical
sensations such as hunger or pain, while emotions involve emotional
experiences such as sadness and joy. In fact, it is said some people spend
years trying to understand the depths of their emotions. Regarding animals,
it is believed that most animals feel emotions because of the way they react
under some circumstances. However, there is not a definite answer since
there are scientists who believe some animals feel emotions, while others
think animals act according to their instincts and not emotions or feelings.
What do you think?
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Adapted from: https://counseling.online.wfu.edu/blog/difference-feelings-emotions/
2. Read the article again. Circle True(T) or False(F) for the statements below.
Think About it...
a. Both emotions and feelings share similar elements.
Work in small groups
to discuss the following b. Emotions form only in the conscious mind.
questions:
c. Feelings form either consciously or subconsciously.
• What feelings and emotions
you would add to the list on d. Feelings include physical sensations.
the right?
e. Emotions involve emotional experiences.
• What are the feelings and
emotions that you feel most f. Some people spend years trying to understand their feelings.
often?
3. Based on the reading activity, write down the words in the category they
belong to.
joy Feelings Emotions

hunger
sadness
pain
love
tiredness
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4. Pair up and ask you partner the question below, and write in your
notebook their ideas.
Vocabulary Do all scientists agree with the fact that animals do not have feelings and
emotions? Yes/No. Support your answer.
definite. precise, certain
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Oral Communication
Have you ever heard of “personality types”? What type of personality do you have?
Personality Types
1. Listen to four people talk about their personality.

Audio
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2. In the table, write down one of the adjectives below to describe their
personalities. Also, try to write down two other adjectives that are
common with people that have the first adjective. Work in small groups
to discuss your ideas.
funny introvert thoughtful extrovert
Richard Maggie Daniel Sarah • Do you have friends

that have a variety of
personalities, or are your
friends all similar?
• What do you enjoy about

each personality type?
3. Use one of the adjectives from the table above to write a sentence about
each person. For example: Beatriz is dedicated to both her work and her
family / Mike is adventurous and goes hiking every weekend.
a. Richard
b. Maggie
c. Daniel
d. Sarah
4. Listen again. Discuss the following questions with a partner and answer
them in complete sentences using your own words in your notebook. Vocabulary
• What do you think “life is short” means? Do you agree or disagree with show off. intentionally draw
that perspective? attention to yourself
• When Sarah said “There is a huge difference between making your don’t get me wrong. an
friends laugh and laughing at them!”, what do you think she meant? Do expression used to make
you agree or disagree with her opinion? sure your point was correctly
understood
• What would you say is your personality type?
hilarious. funny
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Reading
In what ways can emotions be influenced by culture? What are some examples?
How Does Culture Shape Emotions?
1. Read this article about culture and emotions.
How does culture shape emotions? To answer this question, the concept
of culture needs to be clear. To put it in simple terms, culture is to know
“how”. It is is how you behave, how you perceive the world, how you talk,
how you do things, how you live and even how you perceive yourself.
Therefore, culture is a complex term. From this perspective, emotions
can be shaped by culture, because people around the world come from
different backgrounds and, consequently, experience emotions differently.
For this reason, when you set foot in a foreign country, the first thing
that gets your attention is how different things are such as the language,
the food, and even the air itself! It is like you are in a different world.
According to Batja Mesquita, who has researched the role of culture in
people's emotional lives, the way emotions are formed depends on their
culture. For example, some cultures do not think about their emotions as
something that lives inside of an individual, but as something between
people. For example, if I am happy, the other person is happy, too. Don’t
you think that’s an interesting perspective?
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Adapted from: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/between-cultures/201803/how-culture-shapes-emotions
2. Read the article again. Circle True(T) or False(F) for the statemnts below.
a. Culture is only related to education.
b. Culture answers the question “how”.
c. Culture is a simple term.
d. Emotions cannot be shaped by culture at all.
e. Most of Batja's research has to do with emotions across cultures.
3. Answer the questions using your own words.
a. Is culture a complex term? Support your answer.
b. What is culture? Support your answer.
c. In your view, can emotions be shaped by culture? Support your

answer.
d. Regarding culture and emotions, do you agree with Batja Mesquita?

Support your answer and share it with the whole class. Do you and
Vocabulary your partners have the same point of view?
research. investigate, look for
information
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Writing
What is love? Can you describe different types of love?
Writing About Love
Did you know that there are different types of love? The most popular type
is romantic love; that is, the love you show to your partner. The second
one is family love, in other words, the way you feel for your parents,
siblings, and relatives. The third love is related to your own definition of Grammar Tip
love, based on your personal beliefs or culture.
Adverbs of degree
1. Now that you know that there can be different meanings of love, you Adverbs of degree are used
are going to write a paragraph about one of the three types of love. Your to intensify adjectives. Too
paragraph should be 6-10 sentences and a total of 60-70 words. Make means more than enough
sure to use too, so, very, and enough. Read the example below. or necessary. Very and so
strengthen the adjective that
follows it. Enough indicates
What is love? the right amount of something.
Love is a very beautiful feeling, and it is so amazing when you feel it!
In my view, love is mostly related to a romantic feeling. However, this
romantic feeling is not about how much you feel for a person, but how
much you know about that person. From my point of view, that is the
definition of romantic true love. For example, just because you find
someone physically attractive, doesn’t mean you are going to feel love
for that person, because that would be too idealistic. It is just not enough,
right? Feeling romantic true love definitely takes more than that.
2. Now, it is your turn! Brainstorm ideas in your notebook about a specific

type of love. Then, write your paragraph on the lines below.
What is love?
Introduction
What is love?
Conclusion
Introduction
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Conclusion
3. Once you are done, exchange books with a classmate. Check your
classmate’s paragraph and provide feedback, that is, ideas to improve
the paragraph. Finally, return the books to each other. In your notebook,
improve your paragraph by following your partner’s suggestions and
making changes.
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Have you ever listened to the song “Stand by Me” by Ben. E. King? What do you think the words in the title might mean?
Stand By Me
1. Read the biography of a singer and the lyrics of one of his songs.
Ben. E. King: A Short Bio

Life without music would be a mistake, right? Benjamin Earl King, was
born in 1938 in Henderson, North Carolina in the US. He was a famous
rythm and blues (R&B) singer and record producer. “Stand by me” was
probably his biggest hit.
“Stand by Me” review
Stand by Me is a song performed by Ben. E. King and written by Jerry
Leiber and Mike Stoller. The song was so popular that there are 400
recorded versions and it has been performed by a lot of singers over the
years. Furthermore, the song was featured on the soundtrack of the film
“Stand by Me” , which is a movie whose title was based on the song’s
name itself.
Check out the lyrics.
When the night has come I won't cry, I won't cry

And the land is dark No, I won't shed a tear
And the moon is the only Just as long as you stand
light we'll see Stand by me
No, I won't be afraid And darlin', darlin'
Oh, I won't be afraid Stand by me, oh, stand by me
Just as long as you stand Oh, stand now, stand by me
Stand by me Stand by me
So darlin', darlin' stand by me, Darlin', darlin'
oh, stand by me Stand by me, oh, stand by me
Oh, stand, stand by me Oh, stand now, stand by me
Stand by me Stand by me
Whenever you're in trouble,
If the sky that we look upon Won't you stand by me?
Should tumble and fall Oh, stand by me,
Or the mountain should crumble Won't you stand now,
to the sea Oh stand, stand by me...
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Source: https://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/beneking/standbyme.html
Free
2. Read the article again. Circle True(T) or False(F) for the sentences below.
a. Benjamin Earl King was born in the United States of America.
b. He was a famous heavy metal singer.
c. He wrote the song “Stand by Me”.
d. The song has 400 recorded versions.

e. There was a movie that was named after the song.

Vocabulary
feature. give extra attention to 3. Listen to the song and write down your favorite part. You may find
something or someone interesting facts if you look for more information about the lyrics. Finally,
you can sing the song and work on your pronunciation.
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Oral Communication
Can personalities change? What situations cause some people to act introverted or extroverted?
More About Personality Types
Do you think that Richard, Daniel, Maggie and Sarah were completely
honest about their personality types in the activity on page 19? It’s time to
find out! Let’s see what their best friends say about them.
1. Listen to four people talk about their friends’ personality.

Audio
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2. Listen to the conversation and complete the following chart.
Who Talks about They are...
Julio Richard Friends
3. Now, listen to the conversation again and answer these questions in

your own words.
a. What was another aspect of Richard’s personality that you didn’t

know about?
b. What was another aspect of Daniel’s personality that you didn’t know
about?
Vocabulary
bossy. authoritarian, someone

c. What was another aspect of Maggie’s personality that you didn’t that tells others what to do
know about?
sympathetic. caring
anxious. nervous about what

d. What was another aspect of Sarah’s personality that you didn’t know could happen
about?
childish. immature
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Lesson D
What role should values have in formal education?
The Importance of Values
Education without moral values is not education. To begin with, education

is a term that comes from the Latin word “educare”, which literally means “to
bring up.” Therefore, it gives us the idea that education brings out the best in
us, it helps to show our best qualities. Consequently, one can’t show their best
qualities if values are not taken into account. So, why are values so important?
1. Read this article about values and inventions.
In 1945, the atomic bomb was created by scientists, who, in theory,

received formal education. The question is: were they really educated?
This question arises because of the fact that their invention killed more
than 200,000 people. If those scientists had shown some moral values,
they would have used their knowledge for the greater-good and not for
killing people. Surprised? Well, you shouldn't be, because this is just one
Wikimedia Commons/Charles Levy
example among many. Therefore, if you have the opportunity to study,

don't forget about values, because if you do, no matter how many degrees
you get in your life, they will be useless if your purpose is to make yourself
feel happy at the expense of making others miserable. For all these reasons,
moral values must play an important role in education.
Adapted from: https://www.atomicheritage.org/history/bombings-hiroshima-and-nagasaki-1945
Nuclear explosion in Nagasaki (August 9, 1945).
2. Read the article again. Write True(T) or False(F) for the sentences below.
a. Education without moral values can be considered a good

education.
b. Just because someone has a degree doesn't mean this

Pair up and ask you partner person show good values.
the questions below.
c. "Educated" people have done terrible things.
Let's suppose you are done
with your studies and you are d. Real education means using your knowledge to help yourself
already a professional. What and others.
temptations might make you
e. Moral values should be optional in schools and high schools.
lower, or even ignore your
moral values? How could you
avoid those temptations by 3. Based on the reading, write the name of the invention that was created
means of moral values? without taking into account moral values and the consequences it
brought to humanity. With a partner, add other inventions that have
caused negative consequences.
Invention Consequences
Vocabulary
greater-good. benefit to
everyone in society
miserable. unhappy
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Oral Communication
What do you do when you find something that does not belong to you?
Honesty
1. Listen to the first part of the conversation between Cinthy and Daniel.
Audio
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Value: Honesty
2. Listen to the conversation again. Write True(T) or False(F) or Need more A true friend is the one who
Information(NI). will tell you the truth, even
if it hurts. We should always
a. Cinthy and Daniel both live near the library. take into consideration good
advice, especially when it is
b. Daniel saw the phone first.
from someone you respect
c. Cinthy took the phone. and they are honest.
d. They thought they could sell the phone.
3. Listen again and answer the following questions in your own words.
a. What is your point of view about what happened?
b. Who is responsible for what happened?
Work in small groups.

c. What do you think will happen next? Brainstorm situations you
know about when being
honest was important. Some
examples should be about
when people acted honestly.
d. Describe what you would do in the same situation. You can also describe
situations and ask each other
the most honest way to
handle the situation.
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Reading
What are some different ways of showing gratitude instead of saying “thank you?”
Showing Gratitude
1. Read this article about gratitude.
Being grateful has positive effects on one’s health. It improves people’s

well-being and their relationships with others. Saying “thank you” is a
very good first step. Expressing sincere gratitude, with a gift, a nice word,
or practical help; makes the giver feel much more valued and appreciated.
Thus, if you make others happy, you will be happy too. So the next time
someone does something good for you, aside from saying “thank you”,
make sure you spend time with them because that is another very good
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way of showing gratitude. Finally, remember that when you do something

good for somebody, don’t expect something in return. Simply do the right
thing and set an example for others.
2. Read the article again. Circle True(T) or False(F) for the sentences below.
a. Showing gratitude can affect on one’s health.
b. Expressing gratitude helps relationships with others.
c. Being thankful does not help with your well-being.
d. Everyone has something to be grateful for.
e. People should give without expecting anything in return.
3. Answer the following questions in your own words.
a. What are some things you have done to show gratitude? Use
examples.
b. Drawing on your experience, is it easy or hard to show gratitude?

Explain.
c. Do you agree with the content of the text above? Support your answer
Vocabulary and share it with a classmate.
aside from. not including
well-being. health, happiness,

self-esteem
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Writing
Which values are the most important for you?
Your Most Important Value
Did you know that there are different types of values? When it comes to
values, the best thing you can do is focus on moral values such as the ones
covered on page 24.
1. You are going to write a paragraph about a value that is very important to
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you. Your paragraph should be 60-70 words. In small groups, brainstorm
ideas about different values, why they are important, and how you can
show them in your daily life. Write your ideas in your notebook. Make
sure to use infinitives and gerunds when you write your pargraph. Grammar Tip
2. Read the following paragraph as an example where infinitives are Infinitives and gerunds
underlined and gerunds are in blue.
Infinitives are verbs that are
preceded by the preposition “to”.
My most important value
For example: I want to study law.
Courage is the most important value I can think of. I gives you the
possibility of standing up for your beliefs. Society wants us to think in So, in this example, the
the same way, and if you think differently, you are rejected or seen as a verb “study” is considered
weirdo, which makes no sense at all. Therefore, I like showing courage as an infinitive because the
whenever I have to, I mean, I think courage is important. preposition “to” is placed right
before it.
3. Now, it is your turn! Write a paragraph about your most important value Gerunds are formed with verbs
on the lines below. that end in –ing , and they
actually work as a noun.
My most important value...
Take for instance: I suggest
studying law.
In the previous example, the
verb study is considered a
gerund because it ends in –ing.
How do you know when to use
gerunds and infinitives? The
information below has some
common examples.
Verbs + infinitives
Want, need, decide, plan, hope.
Verb + inf = want to go, hope
to win
Verbs + gerunds
Mind, suggest, finish, spend.
Suggest traveling, finish
4. When you are done with your paragraph, exchange books with a
classmate. Check your classmate’s paragraph and give feedback and working
suggestions to improve the paragraph. When you get your book back,
Verbs + infinitives or gerunds

you can improve your paragraph by following your partner’s suggestions.
Like, love, begin, hate, start,
5. Prepare an oral presentation about your most important value. After prefer
listening to all of your classmates presentations, discuss which were the
most interesting and of the best quality.
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Give examples of what you think is included in “values-based” education?
Values-Based Education
1. Read this article about VBE.
What does VBE stand for? It stands for values-based education. When
it comes to values in Education, only positive values should be included,
in order to make positive changes in education. It is assumed that ethical
thinking comes from families, but this can no longer be 100% true, because
families are not the same as centuries ago. Therefore, schools must also be
a foundation to build an ethically-based society. This does not mean that
families have nothing to do with teaching values. Instead, both schools
and families must play an important role in teaching values to children
and students.
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Source: https://medium.com/@dr.neilhawkes/values-based-education-vbe-de2cc87f051d
2. Read the article again. Write True(T) or False(F) for the sentences below.
a. VBE stands for values-based-educators.
b. VBE includes only positive values.
c. Families are the only ones responsible for teaching values.
d. Schools are the only ones responsible for teaching values.
3. Work in a small group discuss the following questions.
• What are some advantages of the VBE approach to education?
• After reading the text, write what VBE is in your own words?
• After learning about VBE, what are some questions that would help
you to understand it more clearly?
4. In pairs or a small group, discuss the following questions in order to

write answers on the lines below. Do you think VBE could be effectively
applied in Ecuador? If so, what do you think some of the benefits would
be? Give examples of how it could be implemented.
Example Benefit
Vocabulary
foundation. basis, base

upon which other things are
learned or built
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Oral Communication
Are you honest all of the time? When are you not honest? Why not?
Testing Your Honesty
1. Do you remember the two people who found a phone in the library?
What do you think will happen next? It’s time to find out! Let’s see what Audio
happened. Listen to the second part of the conversation between Cinthy Listen to the dialogue.
and Daniel.
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Value: Honesty
2. Listen to the conversation again. Choose if the sentences are True(T) or Honesty is a big part of the
False(F). “Golden rule”. It says we should
do things for other people as
a. The phone rang a block away from the library. we hope they would be done
b. Daniel turned off the phone when it started ringing. for us. Returning something
that you find to its owner is a
c. At the end of the day, neither regretted turning in the phone. perfect example of that.
d. Daniel returned the phone to the owner personally.
e. After returning the phone, Cinthy felt better.
3. On the lines below, write notes to answer the question. Include what
happened, when it happened, what you did, etc. Prepare to explain your
experience with everybody in your group.
When was your honesty tested?
Vocabulary
owner. who it belongs to
turn in. give something to

authorities
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Assessment
Speaking
1 Interview a classmate about values, feelings and B
emotions. Ask them the following questions and
create two of your own. Take notes.
a. Which values do you think are important?
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b. Do you like talking about your feelings? Yes/no, Picture B:
why?
Listening
c. Are feelings and emotions the same thing? 3 Listen to Daniel, Cinthy and the owner of the
Support your answer. phone they returned. They are talking about their
experience in the library.
4 Listen to the conversation again. Choose if the

sentences are True(T) or False(F).
a. The owner of the phone was not thankful.

d. What do you think about teaching values at
b. Cinthy and Daniel inspired the owner
school?
by what they did.
c. The owner of the phone will pay it

forward.
d. The owner brought a present for Cinthy

e. and Daniel.
? e. Cinthy and Daniel didn’t accept the present.
f.
? 5 Listen to the conversation again and answer the
following questions in your own words.
2 Work in pairs. Describe these pictures by pointing In your view, were Cinthy and Daniel completely
out the difference between feelings and emotions. honest when they explained what happened?
Support your answer.
A
Pixabay/M. Merino
Picture A:
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Assessment Do you like to tell stories?
Writing Reading
1 Read this email.

My values have been shaped by my past experiences
and continually develop over the years. One of the
reasons why I studied Political Science and Humanities
in university was because I love to have debates with
other people. I like to be challenged and forced to
defend an argument because if done correctly, with the
use of logic and not emotion, both parties will develop
a deeper understanding for themselves and their
opponent. Growing up and listening to my family over
the dinner table discuss politics while being on the
polar opposite ends of the political spectrum has taught
me that there is a fine line between a healthy debate
and an argument. I have no doubt that as I continue to
meet new people, gain different cultural experiences
through travel, and gain new life experiences my value
system will continually develop over my lifetime.
2 Write Paul an email to answer his question.
Adapted from https://rampages.us/hayeska3/personal-values-reflection/
3 Answer the following questions using your own

words.
a. What did the author study in university?
b. When did the author discuss politics?
c. What formed the author’s values?
d. What is the difference between a debate and an

argument?
I’m completing this self-evaluation based on what I learned in the module.
Self-evaluation I check the box that most applies to me

I do it very I do it somewhat I can I can’t do it
Topics well well improve without help
I can read and write about emotions.

I can talk and write about different personality types.
I can talk about different personality types.
I can read about and discuss the importance of values.
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Project 2
Values at Schools
1 Get into groups of four students. Brainstorm some ideas

about which values should be taught and included in school
activities, and write some notes on the lines below.
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2 Come to an agreement with each other on the value(s) you

want to focus on.
For example, ideas might include proposals such as:

• Respect
• Honesty
Think about what those values look like at school, and

how they could be promoted. This part is really the most
important and must be planned well.
3 Prepare a 3-5-minute video. Don’t forget to use all the new

vocabulary you have learned so far.
4 Once all the videos have been watched, compare the videos
of all of your classmates’ proposals. Do they have a lot in
common? Yes/no, why?
Vocabulary
5
Finally, think anbout on how to start a YouTube video

interviewee. the person campaign by taking into account as many values as possible.
interviewed that answers The idea would be to make a change in the place where you
the questions study by means of values.
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Pedagogical Module 6 stories?

Ninth Grade EGB

too, enough, very

9 Honesty 8 Diversity 7 Digital rights 6 Interculturality

Experiences and Anecdotes

lesson for life.

• What anecdotes have you told several times?

• Should people share their anecdotes on a social networking site? Explain.

Communication and Cultural Awareness

Too Much Information?

The internet is a useful source for looking up information. It makes life

When I handed in my homework, I didn’t realize I hadn’t erased all the

a. looks for information in books and papers.

b. printed extra links in their homework.

c. wrote the wrong information in the homework.

d. loves the Internet for doing homework.

A. websites B. link C. adds D. fake sites

grade. a score or value

check. review, to see

a. Looks for things to buy

d. Looks for a place to live

e. Posts personal information

3. Work with a partner to discuss the questions below.

What is the Digital World?

1. Read this article about the digital world.

careful online because the internet can be dangerous in many ways.

you escape it?

Sometimes you can send a message or make a call to the

Hi, my name is Micaela, and I work as a secretary in a big company. We

1. Read this article about social networks.

b. In 2002, there was a social network to post photos.

c. Facebook has around one million users.

post photos play online games watch videos inform about

Advantages and Disadvantages of Social Networks

1. Listen to this interview about advantages and disadvantages of social

a. People can read the on social networks. During conversations, you

Communication and Cultural Awareness

What’s the traditional dish in your city? Why is it so popular?

Food and Tradition

1. Read the article about typical food and cultural identity.

Food is an important part of everyone’s cultural identity. Traditional

visiting, and help the local economy.

• What’s your favorite typical

d. Who produces the ingredients to prepare the local dishes?

highlands. an area of high potatoes shrimp yuca crab green plantain

1. Listen to the conversation about food experiences.

CreativeCommons/Agencia de Noticias Andes

To express agreement with

c. John didn’t like chontacuros. Cristina: ‘I have been to the

c. What are some typical dishes in the Oriente?

Andrew Zimmern-Weird Food Lover

1. Read this article about a culinary expert.

which is a way to learn about the place you are visiting.

a. What’s the main objective of his TV show?

In many parts of the world,

d. What kind of food did he have in India?

bun. a bread roll

Who Doesn’t Like Seafood?

1. Listen to the conversation.

Discuss the following

3. Decide if the sentences are True(T) or False(F).

a. They are talking about seafood recipes.

b. Monica is from Manabi.