Task 1

Do you agree or disagree with the statement that the most important lessons can’t be learned in a classroom.

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Task 2

Notice of Change to Dorm Housing Policy

Starting Fall semester, freshmen and upperclassmen will no longer be housed in mixed dormitories. Instead, freshmen and upperclassmen will live in separate dormitories. This change in policy is expected to be a benefit to the incoming freshmen so that they will have more chances for interaction and networking with other new students. Furthermore, this policy change is also expected to increase the appeal of dormitory residency amongst prospective new students who are visiting the university.

In the listening the woman expresses her opinion about dormitory housing policy change. State her opinion and explain the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.

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Task 3

Social Skills Training

Social skills are communication, problem solving, decision-making, selfmanagement, and peer relations abilities that allow one to initiate and maintain positive social relationships with others. Deficits or excesses in social behavior interfere with learning, teaching, and the classroom’s orchestration and climate. Children learn social skills from a variety of sources including parents, siblings, teachers, and peers. Displaying poor social skills is likely to get one rejected by peers and society in general, while social competence is linked to peer acceptance, teacher acceptance, inclusion success, and post school success.

How does the example given by the professor help illustrate the meaning of social skills? Use specific details in your answer.

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