Learning activity 1

Evidence: The time is now

This evidence is divided into two parts: A composition and an audio file. Read the
instructions below and make sure you complete both tasks.

Fuente: SENA

A. Answer the questions below. Use the examples as models of the grammar and
vocabulary you have to use.

1. Why didn’t you study English before? (List at least 5 reasons in a

composition.)

Example:

One of the reasons why I didn’t study English before it is because I thought it
was too difficult. I didn’t understand my English teacher at school and that
was frustrating.
 1. I did not study English because when I was young I did not have
support from my parents to improve myself in the study.

2. I have found it very complicated to learn English.

3. I focused on learning an art so I could pay for my studies and be

able to overcome.

4. I got a job that did not give me time to continue studying .

5. with the passing of time my interest in studying and learning the

language the English language was growing.

2. How different would things be if you had learned English before? (Name and
explain at least 5 things.)

Example:

If I had learned English some years ago I would have accepted a job a
multinational company offered me five years ago. One of the requirements
was to speak English and my level back then was very low.

1. If I had studied English I would know more people from all over
the world.

2. If I had studied English I would have better job options.

3. If I had studied English I would have known many natural and

emblematic places of the United States.

4. If I had studied English I would be a more educated person.

5. If I had studied English I would travel to many countries and I

would have no problem with communication.
B. Record an audio file of yourself answering the following questions. Use the
examples as models of the grammar and vocabulary you have to use.

1. Why are you studying English? (List and explain at least 4 reasons.)

Example:

I’m studying English because I finally decided that if I want to improve my

professional profile becoming bilingual is essential.

1. I’m studying english because I’m aware of the negative consequences of not
being able to communicate with a foreingner.

2. I’m studying english because I know I have been rejected in many job
opportunities, because other candidates do speak the language.

3. I’m learning english because I want to go to England for my next vacations

and I expect to speak with everyone

4. I’m learning english because I met a beautiful american girl and she doesn’t
speak any spanish

2. In what ways are you going to benefit from this learning?

Example:

Being competent in English is going to increase the opportunities of landing a more

satisfying and better-paid job. We live in an international open market and English
is the most important language.

R// I’m going to benefit from this because I’m going to be able to graduate and
that means I can apply for a better job

When you finish your work, send the files to your instructor through the platform as
follows:

1. Click the title of this evidence.

2. Click Examinar mi equipo and look for the files in your computer. Make sure the
files are attached.
3. Leave a comment for the instructor (optional).
4. Click Enviar.
Note: This evidence is an individual activity. Remember to check the learning
guide in order to know if you have done all the assigned activities, know how to
develop them and deliver them correctly.

Criterios de evaluación
 Formula consecuencias hipotéticas a cursos de acción distintos en el
pasado en el contexto requerido.
 Comunica ideas sobre iniciativa y aprendizaje autodirigido usando el
vocabulario requerido.