Presentations: Hints and Tips for Presenting Well.

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

В первом выпуске, вы узнаете, что такое сказка, и почему нам так интересно их читать, а ещё познакомитесь с основными типами сказок. Это хороший старт, чтобы начать изучать русскую литературу и культуру. 
Здесь будут трудные слова с переводом: Древнерусский язык = Old Russian; Устная форма = Oral; Добавлять = To add; Cмелый и честный = Courageous and honest; Добро побеждает зло = Good conquers evil; Враг = Enemy; Волшебник, волшебство = Wizard, magic


Russian with a tale

Что такое сказка? 

Ciao studenti e studentesse di tutto il mondo. 🌏 In questo terzo episodio di “impara l’italiano con Isa” impareremo due modi di dire e in questa occasione parleremo: 
- Della pubblicità accattivante del marchio Marshall 
- Dell’importanza della parola secondo Sigmund Freud 

Ecco per voi il significato di 2 modi di dire che ho utilizzato nel podcast: 
- Rompere le scatole (letteralmente: break the boxes)= Bother, annoy, disturb
- Perla (di saggezza) (letteralmente: Pearl)= words of wisdom 

Impara l’italiano con Isa

Scrittura accattivante e modi di dire 

Is college worth the time and money? Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value and cost, according to a new survey.

And most said they feel the US higher education system is moving in the "wrong direction."

Overall, only 36% of adults said they have a "great deal" or "quite a lot" of confidence in higher education, according to a report released by Gallup and the Lumina Foundation. That confidence level has declined steadily from 57% in 2015.

Some of the same opinions have been reflected in declining enrollment numbers as colleges contend with the effects of the student debt crisis, concerns about the high cost of tuition and political debates over how they teach about race and other topics.

"It's so expensive, and I don't think colleges are teaching people what they need to get a job," said Randy Hill, a 59-year-old driver from Connecticut.

He added: "You graduate out of college, you're up to [your] eyeballs in debt, you can't get a job, then you can't pay it off. What's the point?"

The June 2024 survey's overall finding — that 36% of adults feel strong confidence in higher education — is the same as the year before.

But what concerns researchers is that more Americans — 32% — said they have "very little" or no confidence in higher education.

Experts say that fewer college graduates could lead to labor shortages in fields from health care to information technology.

For those who choose not to go to college, it often means lower lifetime earnings — 75% less compared with those who get bachelor's degrees, according to Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce. And during an economic downturn, those without degrees are more likely to lose jobs.

However, others still see the value in higher education. College student Kristen Freeman from California told The Associated Press: "I think higher education can give students the spark to want to change the system."

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Many US Adults Unsure if College is Worthwhile

In questo podcast faccio una descrizione di casa mia, cosa c'è in ogni stanza, quali sono i diversi mobili in ognuna. Parlo anche di alcune cose a livello culturale tipiche italiane sulla distribuzione di alcune stanze.

Vivendo tra due lingue

La casa

The Power of Storytelling in Leading Change emphasizes the role of storytelling in driving organizational change. Leaders often face the need for significant shifts within their organizations, from cultural to product-related changes. To unite their teams behind a new direction, they must craft a clear, compelling narrative.

Storytelling is a potent tool for inspiring action and connecting with people on a deeper level. It helps articulate the ‘why’ and ‘what’ of change, making the abstract tangible and the future vivid.

The article presents a four-step approach to effective storytelling in leadership:

Deep Understanding, Simple Description: Leaders must deeply understand the change to communicate it simply. John Legere’s transformation of T-Mobile into an “un-carrier” is a prime example of conveying a complex change with a single, powerful word.
Honoring the Past: Leaders should acknowledge the organization’s strengths and history, showing respect for the past while guiding towards the future. This builds trust and eases the transition for those resistant to change.
Articulate a Persuasive Mandate for Change: Leaders need to present a clear vision that motivates and aligns with the organization’s values, addressing both the positive and negative aspects of the past.
Lay Out a Rigorous and Optimistic Path Forward: The narrative should be action-oriented, providing a clear roadmap for change while maintaining an optimistic outlook.
In summary, leaders must master storytelling to effectively lead change, balancing respect for the past with a clear vision for the future. By doing so, they can capture the hearts and minds of their employees, fostering a culture of optimism and honesty.

The Global Professional Podcast

The Power of Storytelling in Leading Change    -   Episode 50

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
6月17日金曜日　天気/くもり　気温/16℃ 

韓国インチョン空港/かんこくいんちょんくうこう
新千歳空港/しんちとせくうこ
・16日　韓国インチョン空港と新千歳空港の間を飛ぶ貨物便の運航が始まった
・北海道のホタテを韓国へ送る
・船ではだいたい4日かかるところ、貨物便だとだいたい2日

［単語］
貨物/かもつ…荷物
便/びん…物を飛行機などで運ぶ方法
運航/うんこう…船や飛行機がきまった海の道・空の道を動いて行くこと
ホタテ/ほたて…海にある食べ物

レッスン待ってます♪

北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#82〉6月17日金曜日　韓国インチョン空港⇔新千歳空港　運航始まる

Today we are talking about how to ask people out or more specifically, how to invite others to do different activities. Karen introduced some of the coolest ways to accept and reject those invitations as well. Let’s dig in!


Note: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)


Also, all of the experiences are the hosts’ own experiences so please do your own research if you need more information.
