miércoles, 14 de noviembre de 2012

final activity

1.1. Karen Hernandez
1.2. Zulma Vargas
1.3.Wilmer Cortes
1.4. Andres Palacios

2. Summary of Activity

The idea of this work is improve our vocabulary, the knowledge of each word and the use of that in context. We are divided in different units and every one is charged of an unit, but all of us must to participate in the representation of that.
I should to represent with a mimic the unit of making a living, and improve the vocabulary for the real understand of the vocabulary.


3. CHRONOGRAM

Activity
In charge
Deadline
Was it done?
 Making a living:
Think some ideas for do the activity.
Karen Hernández
Wednesday 14th


Look for information and new vocabulary in the book
Karen Hernández

Thursday 15th




Prepared the steps to do the mimic of the profession and trades, for example, what have to do every one of us for represent
Karen Hernández
Thursday 15th and Friday 16th

Distribute the roles for everyone
Karen Hernández
Friday 15th


Prepare the materials for do this activity (papers, customs, etc.)
Karen Hernández
Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th


Made an essay with all the thing that we have to do

Monday 18th


Do our activity
Karen Hernández
Tuesday 19th





domingo, 28 de octubre de 2012

WHY DON´T YOU GET A JOB?


  • definition for unknown words:

1. chick:A young chicken. The young of any bird. A childA girl or young woman.

2. guess: To predict (a result or an event) without sufficient information. To assume, presume, or assert (a fact) without sufficient information.To form a correct estimate or conjecture of: guessed the answer. To suppose; think: I guess he was wrong.

3. bay: A body of water partially enclosed by land but with a wide mouth, affording access to the sea. An area of land, such as an arm of prairie partially enclosed by woodland, that resembles in shape or formation a partially enclosed body of water.

4. payday:  the day  on which wages are given, payment is made, etc.


5.along: through, on, beside, over, or parallel to the length ordirection of; from one end to the other of: to walk along highway; to run a border along a shelf. during; in the course of: Somewhere along the way I lost myhat.  in conformity or accordance with: I plan to revise the articlealong the lines suggested.


6.gotta: to have a specified character for riding purposes. to move along in any way; be carried or supported. to sit on and manage a horse or other animal in motion; becarried on the back of an animal.


7. ya: you: Give me a hand, will ya?  your: Where's ya brother? 


8. dick:  A detective. Chiefly British A fellow; a guy. A penis.A person, especially a man, regarded as mean or contemptible.
  • what is the song about?

the song tell the story about a guy who has a girlfriend but she only stay with him because the job and he gives to her the money for spend in things. but she only is a coquette and she doesn't love to the guy.
  • Have you ever worked for others while they do nothing?   
when I was in school, I helped some friends to recover achievements and spend the next year
  • Would you like to do that? Why? Why not?
yes, because I liked to see my partners happy and use my skills, but I did not like because they recognized this and helped me back
  • Is it fun to let others work while you do nothing? Why? Why not?
a little, while it becomes boring and sometimes not as we want, so we thought it was better to have done it myself

miércoles, 3 de octubre de 2012

application letters

1. what is an application letter?

A letter of application, also known as a cover letter, is a document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience.
A letter of application typically provides detailed information on why are you are qualified for the job you are applying for. Effective application letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.

A letter of application should create enough interest to make the potential employer want to look at your application in greater detail by reading your CV and hopefully invite you for an interview.  Your application letter, however, should not contain too much detail about your experience and qualifications because that is the job of the CV (see the module on Writing Resumes/Curricula Vitae).
2. when do you write an application letter?

we should write this kind of letter when we are looking applied for a job.
  • Refer to the job and where and when you saw it advertised. 
  • Put in any information about work you have done before. 
  • Give your telephone number in the letter. 
  • Close your letter by saying how suitable you are for the job.



Preparation
Before you start:
  • Read the advert closely so that you can tailor your application to the requirements of the job
  • Research the organization: this will show prospective employers that you really are interested in them.
Composing the letter or email
General points
  • Keep it brief. You don’t need to give a lot of detail. What you are aiming for is a clear and concise explanation of your suitability for the job.
  • Begin your letter or email ‘Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms xxxx’ if you know the person’s name, or ‘Dear Sir or Madam’ if you don’t know their name.
  • Avoid inappropriate language such as slang or technical jargon.
  • Use brief, informative sentences and short paragraphs.
  • Check your spelling, grammar, and punctuation carefully. Some employers routinely discard job applications that contain such mistakes.
3. what is the structure of an application letter?


Structure
The usual order of a job application letter or email is:
  • The position applied for: give the title of the job as a heading, or refer to it in the first sentence of your letter, using the reference code if there is one. This will ensure that your application goes directly to the right person in the organization. You should also mention where you saw the job advert or where you heard about the vacancy. If you heard about it through someone already working for the company, mention their name and position.
  • Your current situation: if you’re working, briefly outline your current job. Pick up on the job requirements outlined in the advert and focus on any of your current skills or responsibilities that correspond to those requested. For example, if the advert states that management skills are essential, then state briefly what management experience you have. If you’re still studying, focus on the relevant aspects or modules of your course.
  • Your reasons for wanting the job: be clear and positive about why you want the job. You might feel that you are ready for greater challenges, more responsibility, or a change of direction, for example. Outline the qualities and skills that you believe you can bring to the job or organization.
  • Closing paragraph: in the final paragraph you could say when you’d be available to start work, or suggest that the company keep your CV/résumé on file if they decide you’re not suitable for the current job.
  • Signature: if you are sending a letter rather than an email, always remember to sign it and to type your name underneath your signature.

4. write 5 important TIPS for writing application letters


a. searching for information about the company in internet and say something positive about the same place

You should contact the company and find out additional information  such as the name of the person to whom you need to address the  letter and whether they can provide you with any additional 
information about the company e.g. brochures and annual reports. 

b. As the employer might have many applications to read the letter 
needs to be concise and to the point.  An application letter is no 
more than one page long.  Four or five paragraphs will be needed 
however, to convey your essential messages (see format on the next 
page).
c. If the advertisement lists a set of selection criteria then prepare a 
specific reason to each of these to include with your letter and 
resume.  

d. Your application should be specifically tailored to each situation.

e. The letter is a link between your resume and the job or organisation.  
It is used to emphasise, to highlight or to build on information in 
your resume, and to convince the organisation you have skills and 
experience necessary to be the best applicant for the position.




domingo, 9 de septiembre de 2012

dear erika


Dear Erika


Hi. I write to you because I’m sad for your last letter. I know the life is complicated sometimes, but you are a great person and you deserve good things in your life.

 Firstable, I suggest you must be try to dialogue with your parents about all the troubles and try to fix their, because all in the life has solution. In the school, I have troubles like you, but I found new friends and it was a better change in my life, maybe you must try to be the same thing, you find different people with better emotions and maybe they wish you well.

 I hope these ideas Will help you. And remember, speak with people to find the answer that you looking for and not forget, you are an amazing girl and you deserve the better in your life.

 Your sincerely,


Karen

sábado, 8 de septiembre de 2012

rules of netiquette

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
the rules of netiquette are some rules that pretend give us information about the correct way to express ourselves by internet and send right messenges and talk effectibly and clearly.
 
the ten rules of netiquette are:
 
1. Spell check: try to make a few gramatical, punctuaction and spelling errors.
 2. no all caps: try to not use capital letters all the time because it means that you´re shouting all the time.
3. tell the truth: be honest with your information to be the communication nice.
4. be yourself: try to be yourself because you aren´t anonymous and the other users are real too.
5. do not flame: try to not respond email or comentswith negative massages, this make you uncivilized.
6. do not spam: you mustn´t send bad or strange messages because probably this contain spam with viruses, spyware and malware.
7. be conservative: quality is better that quantity. Be conservative in email you send and liberal in email you receive because quality is better than quantity
8. do not sent email at night: send email at night can call your life style into a question. because the normal people sleep at night.
9. shot secure sites: if you do´nt use secure sites to shop, Hackers maybe obtain your information and cause you somo damage.
10. use discretion: when use internet try to give the information, for example in a social network BUT protect your private information fron evil persons.