The Minimal Pair

Episode 015: A Slogan is Born

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Show Notes: The Minimal Pair
Title: A Slogan is Born
Episode no: 015
Date: Recorded on 8/12/14

Topics
in Language Learning
Always
“on”
  1. What
    do we mean by “on”?
  2. When
    is it hard to be “on”?
  3. How
    do we stay “on” in challenging situations?
    • Take
      a deep breath!
    • Set
      the timer
    • Fake
      it ‘til you make it
    • Remember,
      you’re human
    • Call
      in reinforcements
    • Don’t
      be afraid to say no
      [17:20]

      Methodology
      Breathing
      new life into a course
      1. Why
        is it necessary?
      2. How
        do you know it’s time?
      3. What
        should you do?
      4. What
        should you not
        do?
      5. Did
        it work?

        [28:10]

        Adjunct
        Antics…
        Getting
        ready for a new semester
        1. Coordinating
          your schedule
        2. Waiting
          for classes to “make”
        3. Last
          minute changes
        4. Creating
          a syllabus/schedule
        5. Gathering
          materials
        6. Getting
          familiar with new systems/schools

          SHOUT
          OUTS: Program coordinators and department secretaries…and adjuncts,
          of course!! Especially to Julie Heyer, for her cheerful disposition,
          positive attitude, and suggesting our slogan “keep it minimal.”






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