Unit 2: English for Baseball

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In this unit, students will learn key vocabulary and expressions related to the sport of baseball.

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Basic activities (computer-graded)

Vocabulary Builder Activity

Students will learn the following key terms and phrases:

Reading Activity: Before the First Pitch

Students will be able to correctly answer true/false questions after reading and listening to topical short articles and dialogs featuring topical vocabulary.

Coach Ramirez: Alright team, listen up! The game starts in 10 minutes. Let’s stay sharp on the field and play like we practiced. Sam: Coach, who’s starting as the pitcher? Coach Ramirez: Dylan is. His arm is strong today. And remember—stay ready to catch and throw quickly. Dylan: Got it. I’ve been working on my curveballs, Coach. But they kind of make my hand hurt. … Continue

Multiple Choice Activity

Students will be able to select the best match between unit terms and their definitions.

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Listening Comprehension Activity

Students will be able to listen to short audio clips in English and then spell them correctly.

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Spelling and Recognition

Students will be able to identify and spell a vocabulary term correctly given only the definition.

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Advanced activities (optionally teacher-graded)

Speaking Practice Activity

Students will be able to speak and record 5 example sentences from the unit vocabulary and then submit them for grading by the classroom teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the students will be shown good examples of other students' work.

The team had different uniforms for home and away games.

The umpire said the batter was out.

The team scored three points in the first inning.

The player ran from second to third base.

The pitcher threw the ball very fast.

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Writing Practice Activity

Students will write a short essay to be graded by the teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the student is shown previous examples of other writings by students.

Have you ever played baseball? What was it like? Did you hit the ball?

What sports are similar to baseball? What sports are different?

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