Endangered means to be under threat or near extinction.  When a species/animal is endangered it means that they are disappearing fast or have a very small population – not large enough to survive.  Extinction means the end of existence for a species. Let’s learn about some species in danger: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1Jud3zOcL4

Now, after watching the video and working on unit 11, answer the following questions:

1. Which animal species would you most like to study? Why?
2. Are there any endangered animals in your country? Whose responsibility is it to help them?
3. What are some pros and cons of keeping animals in zoos?

This week we are working on Thesis and Dissertation 

CHECK THIS VIDEO : https://youtu.be/jswEb5H2_Fk

Deciding on a topic for your thesis, dissertation or research project is the first step in making sure your research goes as smoothly as possible. But that’s not enough. Please, read the text answer:

https://academicpositions.com/career-advice/10-dissertation-writing-tips

1-      Have you ever written a thesis? What can you tell about that experience?

2-      Did you use any of the tips mentioned in this article?

3-      What other tips would you add to the list?

You’ve heard all the reasons why some people don’t learn languages, many of these founded on long-held myths and misconceptions. The truth is, in today’s increasingly interconnected and interdependent world, proficiency in other languages is a vital skill that gives you the opportunity to engage with the world in a more immediate and meaningful way—whether in your neighborhood or thousands of miles away—while better preparing you to compete and succeed in the global economy.

https://www.languageconnectsfoundation.org/connect-with-language/the-benefits-of-learning-languages

1. Which of the ideas presented in the article do you agree the most? Why?
2. What’s the reason you are learning English? Are any of your reasons mentioned in the article? 
3. What other language would you like to learn besides English? Why?
4. Do you think some languages are easier to learn than others? Which ones, and why?
5. How many languages do you think will exist 100 years from now? Which do you predict will be the most dominant, and why?

Publishing papers in academic journals is the mechanism by which scholarship moves forward, and is also important to researchers in terms of its impact on their career progression. Therefore, researchers seeking publication should carefully consider all relevant factors.

Read the following article and answer the following questions:

http://www.theguardian.com/higher-education-network/blog/2013/sep/06/academic-journal-writing-top-tips 

1-Have you ever written an Academic Journal? Have you ever heard of one?

2- In your opinion, are Academic Journals important? In what way?

3- Which of the tips do you find the most useful? Why?

4- Based on what you’ve read in our Academic Supplement 1, what other tips would you add?

Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Jeffrey Becker explore how archaeology uncovers the human story through layers of soil and objects. They emphasize the importance of preserving the context of archaeological sites, as looting can destroy vital information. Using modern technologies like photogrammetry and airborne imaging, archaeologists can create detailed records to better understand the past and protect our collective history. Watch the video and the answer the questions related to the topic:

1-  Do you think is challenging about trying to understand the past through archaeology? Why?

2- Would you enjoy assisting on an archaeological dig? Why, or why not?

3- Imagine if, 500 years from now, a team of archaeologists discovered your home. What might they deduce about you, your behavior, and your way of life?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvc1xIyntC0

Welcome to the blog that has been specifically designed for Comprensión Lectora en Inglés – Course CLECV Plus 3 – administered by Idiomas Católica.

This blog aims at providing opportunities for participants to exchange information related to the course. Although our reading course is not meant to develop oral or written communication skills, we have noticed that many of you can and wish to “have your say” in English about issues that we look at in the course. Your participation in this blog can award you up to 5 points in the assessment area labelled Tareas de Evaluación Continua.

Ready to begin? It is easy. The questions on the next message are waiting to be answered! You may want to participate twice. The first time, just write your answers to the questions. The second time, you are supposed to reply somebody else’s answer.

Enjoy the experience!

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