Two-Syllable Word Stress
Indicate the stressed syllable and say the word: lemon
LEmon
True or false: With two clear vowels, the second vowel has more stress.
True
What grade do you need to have to pass in this class?
B
True or false: Students in the US want to know some personal information about their TAs and professors.
True
Indicate the stressed syllable and say the word: resist
reSIST
In an acronym, how do you know which letter to stress the most?
It's always the last letter
What is the name of the building where we have class every day?
Academic Success Center
What are two things you can do to make sure your students know and can say your name?
Write it down. Teach them how to say it. Have them say it back to you. Write out how to pronounce it.
Indicate stress: I can't permit you to park here without a permit.
I can't permit you to park here without a permit.
How do you know which word to stress in a phrasal verb, and give an example.
It's always the second word + example
What is the next holiday in the US, and how is it celebrated?
Either Halloween or Thanksgiving + explanation.
DAILY DOUBLE!!! Name three strategies to use when explaining a term or concept in your class.
Definition, analogy, practical example, compare or contrast, word origin, visual
Indicate stress: I should write my report about the abuse and report the abuser to the police.
I should write my report about the abuse and report the abuser to the police.
What is the most frequently used sound in US English?
Schwa. or the "uh" sound
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!! How cold does it normally get in Clemson in February? Give the high and the low for a typical day. Give temps is Fahrenheit.
44 as the high and 31 as the low.
What is the best way to remain fair when grading?
Be consistent and follow the syllabus and the rubric.
Indicate stress: The program manager received an insult because of his delay in executing the product.
The program manager received an insult because of his delay in executing the product.
If there are two vowels in a stressed syllable, what sound does the first vowel have?
It has the alphabet sound, like in teacup.
What are the 4 steps to go through when answering a question in class or during office hours?
Acknowledge the question. Rephrase or repeat the question. Answer the question. Check to make sure you answered their question.
What should you tell students at the beginning of any class to help them stay invested in the class and what you are teaching.
The purpose of learning what you are goiing to learn. Why it is important!