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Sunday, November 28, 2010.
I learn outside the classroom.By the Internet from mamy wep site both speak English as a dialect of American circumstances. And learn the differences of American English and British English both words.
Know the skills of English listening,speaking, reading and writing. Learning English Example and good intentions, I can understand more and I love English language.

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Differences Between American and British English

While there are certainly many more varieties of English, American and British English are the two varieties that are taught in most ESL/EFL programs. Generally, it is agreed that no one version is "correct" however, there are certainly preferences in use. The most important rule of thumb is to try to be consistent in your usage. If you decide that you want to use American English spellings then be consistent in your spelling (i.e. The color of the orange is also its flavour - color is American spelling and flavour is British), this is of course not always easy - or possible. The following guide is meant to point out the principal differences between these two varieties of English.

Use of the Present Perfect

In British English the present perfect is used to express an action that has occurred in the recent past that has an effect on the present moment. For example:

I've lost my key. Can you help me look for it?
In American English the following is also possible:
I lost my key. Can you help me look for it?

In British English the above would be considered incorrect. However, both forms are generally accepted in standard American English. Other differences involving the use of the present perfect in British English and simple past in American English include already, just and yet.

British English:

I've just had lunch
I've already seen that film
Have you finished your homework yet?

American English:

I just had lunch OR I've just had lunch
I've already seen that film OR I already saw that film.
Have your finished your homework yet? OR Did you finish your homework yet?

Possession

There are two forms to express possession in English. Have or Have got

Do you have a car?
Have you got a car?
He hasn't got any friends.
He doesn't have any friends.
She has a beautiful new home.
She's got a beautiful new home.

While both forms are correct (and accepted in both British and American English), have got (have you got, he hasn't got, etc.) is generally the preferred form in British English while most speakers of American English employ the have (do you have, he doesn't have etc.)

http://esl.about.com/od/toeflieltscambridge/a/dif_ambrit.htm

Learning English

Here are some tips which may help you to master the English Language!

Speak without Fear

The biggest problem most people face in learning a new language is their own fear. They worry that they won’t say things correctly or that they will look stupid so they don’t talk at all. Don’t do this. The fastest way to learn anything is to do it – again and again until you get it right. Like anything, learning English requires practice. Don’t let a little fear stop you from getting what you want.

Use all of your Resources

Even if you study English at a language school it doesn’t mean you can’t learn outside of class. Using as many different sources, methods and tools as possible, will allow you to learn faster. There are many different ways you can improve your English, so don’t limit yourself to only one or two. The internet is a fantastic resource for virtually anything, but for the language learner it's perfect.

Surround Yourself with English

The absolute best way to learn English is to surround yourself with it. Take notes in English, put English books around your room, listen to English language radio broadcasts, watch English news, movies and television. Speak English with your friends whenever you can. The more English material that you have around you, the faster you will learn and the more likely it is that you will begin “thinking in English.” .

Listen to Native Speakers as Much as Possible

There are some good English teachers that have had to learn English as a second language before they could teach it. However, there are several reasons why many of the best schools prefer to hire native English speakers. One of the reasons is that native speakers have a natural flow to their speech that students of English should try to imitate. The closer ESL / EFL students can get to this rhythm or flow, the more convincing and comfortable they will become.

Watch English Films and Television

This is not only a fun way to learn but it is also very effective. By watching English films (especially those with English subtitles) you can expand your vocabulary and hear the flow of speech from the actors. If you listen to the news you can also hear different accents.

Listen to English Music

Music can be a very effective method of learning English. In fact, it is often used as a way of improving comprehension. The best way to learn though, is to get the lyrics (words) to the songs you are listening to and try to read them as the artist sings. There are several good internet sites where one can find the words for most songs. This way you can practice your listening and reading at the same time. And if you like to sing, fine.

Study As Often As Possible!

Only by studying things like grammar and vocabulary and doing exercises, can you really improve your knowledge of any language.

Do Exercises and Take Tests

Many people think that exercises and tests aren't much fun. However, by completing exercises and taking tests you can really improve your English. One of the best reasons for doing lots of exercises and tests is that they give you a benchmark to compare your future results with. Often, it is by comparing your score on a test you took yesterday with one you took a month or six months ago that you realize just how much you have learned. If you never test yourself, you will never know how much you are progressing. Start now by doing some of the many exercises and tests on this site, and return in a few days to see what you've learned. Keep doing this and you really will make some progress with English.

Record Yourself

Nobody likes to hear their own voice on tape but like tests, it is good to compare your tapes from time to time. You may be so impressed with the progress you are making that you may not mind the sound of your voice as much.

Listen to English

By this, we mean, speak on the phone or listen to radio broadcasts, audiobooks or CDs in English. This is different than watching the television or films because you can’t see the person that is speaking to you. Many learners of English say that speaking on the phone is one of the most difficult things that they do and the only way to improve is to practice.

When we started learning English. We will fall in love them.

http://www.world-english.org/how_to_learn_english.htm

How To Learn English!

Here are some tips which may help you to master the English Language!

Speak without Fear

The biggest problem most people face in learning a new language is their own fear. They worry that they won’t say things correctly or that they will look stupid so they don’t talk at all. Don’t do this. The fastest way to learn anything is to do it – again and again until you get it right. Like anything, learning English requires practice. Don’t let a little fear stop you from getting what you want.

Use all of your Resources

Even if you study English at a language school it doesn’t mean you can’t learn outside of class. Using as many different sources, methods and tools as possible, will allow you to learn faster. There are many different ways you can improve your English, so don’t limit yourself to only one or two. The internet is a fantastic resource for virtually anything, but for the language learner it's perfect.

Surround Yourself with English

The absolute best way to learn English is to surround yourself with it. Take notes in English, put English books around your room, listen to English language radio broadcasts, watch English news, movies and television. Speak English with your friends whenever you can. The more English material that you have around you, the faster you will learn and the more likely it is that you will begin “thinking in English.” .

Listen to Native Speakers as Much as Possible

There are some good English teachers that have had to learn English as a second language before they could teach it. However, there are several reasons why many of the best schools prefer to hire native English speakers. One of the reasons is that native speakers have a natural flow to their speech that students of English should try to imitate. The closer ESL / EFL students can get to this rhythm or flow, the more convincing and comfortable they will become.

Watch English Films and Television

This is not only a fun way to learn but it is also very effective. By watching English films (especially those with English subtitles) you can expand your vocabulary and hear the flow of speech from the actors. If you listen to the news you can also hear different accents.

Listen to English Music

Music can be a very effective method of learning English. In fact, it is often used as a way of improving comprehension. The best way to learn though, is to get the lyrics (words) to the songs you are listening to and try to read them as the artist sings. There are several good internet sites where one can find the words for most songs. This way you can practice your listening and reading at the same time. And if you like to sing, fine.

Study As Often As Possible!

Only by studying things like grammar and vocabulary and doing exercises, can you really improve your knowledge of any language.

Do Exercises and Take Tests

Many people think that exercises and tests aren't much fun. However, by completing exercises and taking tests you can really improve your English. One of the best reasons for doing lots of exercises and tests is that they give you a benchmark to compare your future results with. Often, it is by comparing your score on a test you took yesterday with one you took a month or six months ago that you realize just how much you have learned. If you never test yourself, you will never know how much you are progressing. Start now by doing some of the many exercises and tests on this site, and return in a few days to see what you've learned. Keep doing this and you really will make some progress with English.

Record Yourself

Nobody likes to hear their own voice on tape but like tests, it is good to compare your tapes from time to time. You may be so impressed with the progress you are making that you may not mind the sound of your voice as much.

Listen to English

By this, we mean, speak on the phone or listen to radio broadcasts, audiobooks or CDs in English. This is different than watching the television or films because you can’t see the person that is speaking to you. Many learners of English say that speaking on the phone is one of the most difficult things that they do and the only way to improve is to practice.


http://www.world-english.org/how_to_learn_english.htm

Weeks 1-2 in Class

Friday, November 12-19, 2010 the teachers gave ideas or concepts with students. In learning English in the classroom,it is very important. We need a firm foundation of knowledge. That our teachers to work in all classes. Because teachers want to help in the points we have to make portfolio and wep blog, E-mail and write letters.
When done successfully wep blog so that your friends see and give feedback. See what they must improve. The second week into one blog.
In addition, teachers have to translate English sentences into English in the classroom as a memory of 5 sentences.

เขาขับรถคันใหญ่ = He drives a big car.

ฝากดูแลบ้านให้ฉันด้วยนะ = Take care/Look after my house please.

ฉันกินแซนวิชกับแอปเปิ้ลเป็นอาหารกลางวัน แซนวิชไม่ค่อยอร่อยเท่าไหร่ แต่แอฟเปิ้ลอร่อยดี = I have a sanwich and an apple for launch. The sanwich is not dilicious but,apple is nice.

นิดจะไปยืมหนังสือจากห้องสมุด = Nid will borrow the book from the library.

In addition to the Internet to learn more as well.




19 November 2010


Homework that week

1. ช่วยชงกาแฟให้ฉันสักถ้วยได้ไหม: Would you make one of offee for me please.
2. เธอจะไปเชียงใหม่ทางรถยนต์หรือรถไฟก็ได้: You will go to Chiang Mai by car or train.
3. เขากะว่าจะพาฉันไปร้านอาหารดีๆ เพื่อฉลองวันเกิดฉัน แต่แล้ว เราก็ลงเอยที่ร้านอาหารใกล้ๆที่ทำงานเขานั่นแหละ: He is going to take me go to the good restaurant for celebrate my brithday but, we go to near his office.
4. เขาได้รับเงินที่คุณส่งมาให้เรียบร้อยแล้วซ: He get money that you send for me already.
5. เมื่อทักษิณประสบอุบัติเหตู
The teacher teach about Auxilary: can/could, will/would, should/shall etc.
Ex: I wish I know him.
I wish to know him (want to)

The teacher teach about comunication competences.
1. Linguistics

- Syntax
- Phonology
- Semantic
- Pragmatic

2. Sociolinguistics

3. Discourse

4. Strategic Competence (KWL)

1. เขาวิ่งได้เร็วมาก: He can run very fast.
2. ตอนเขาเป็นเด็ก เขาวิ่งได้เร็วมาก: When he was young he could run very fast.When he was young.
3. ช่วยเปิดไฟให้หน่อยได้ไหมค่ะ: Can you turn on the light?
4. กรุณาเปิดไฟให้หน่อยได้ไหมค่ะ: Could you trun on the light?
5. วันนี้ฉันเจอเธอไม่ได้ แต่พรุ่งนี้อาจจะได้: I can't see you today but I could see you tomorrow.

Minimal Pair

1. เวลาตัดสินอะไร คนเราอาจจะถูกหรือผิดก็ได้: When judge something, ones may true or wrong.
2. เขาใช้ตะเกียบไม่เป็น: He can't use the chopsticks.
3. คุณอยู่ที่นี้นานเท่าไหร่ก็ได้ เท่าที่คุณอยากอยู่: You are here as long as you want to be.

And moreover I learn English out classroom by the internet too.