Communicating Basic Personal Information

Aug 26, 2024

Lecture Notes: Basic Personal Information and Communication

Overview

  • Focus on alphabet pronunciation, numbers, and basic personal information via questions and answers.
  • Introduces how to communicate personal details such as name, address, phone number, etc.
  • Emphasizes on pronunciation, spelling, and listening comprehension.

Key Topics

Alphabet

  • Introduction to the alphabet: A-Z.

Numbers

  • Introduction to numbers: 0-10.

Key Phrases for Personal Information

  • What's your name?
  • What's your address?
  • What's your phone number?
  • Where are you from?

Sample Dialogues

  1. Example Names and Personal Details:

    • Maria: Address - 235 Main Street; Phone - 741-8906; From Mexico City.
    • Peter Lewis meets Nancy Lee. David Carter is from San Francisco.
    • Mrs. Grant's phone number: 549-2376.
    • Peter Black: Address - 378 Main Street, Waterville, Florida; License - 921-DCG.
    • Susan Miller: Apartment Number 4B.
    • Mr. Santini: Email - teacherjoe@worldnet.com.
    • William Chen: Address - 294 River Street, Brooklyn, NY; Phone - 469-7750; SSN - 044-35-9862.

  2. Repeated Questions and Responses:

    • Maria's details reiterated.
    • Additional individuals: Michael Pearson, Asaka Fujiyama, Ron Walters.
    • Addresses and telephone numbers are given multiple times.

  3. Additional Interactions:

    • William Chen: ZIP code inquiry.
    • Name and address verification.

Pronunciation and Listening Practice

  • Emphasis on saying and spelling names correctly.
  • Example: "Kelly" spelled as K-E-L-L-Y; "Sara" spelled as S-A-R-A.
  • Listening exercise: Correct answer selection based on heard information.

Practical Exercises

  • Listening and repeating exercises for pronunciation.
  • Pronounce and spell personal details like name and address.
  • Practice linking sounds in spoken sentences (e.g., "my name is Maria").

Important Details

  • Encourages active listening and correct pronunciation while communicating personal information.
  • Attention to detail when noting or spelling out addresses and names.

Conclusion

  • The session targets improving verbal communication skills by focusing on personal information.
  • Practical exercises are useful for non-native speakers to practice English.

These notes cover the essential aspects of the session and offer a structured overview for learning and reviewing basic personal information communication in English.