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Advanced Course_Logical English Expert Course 15

TUTORS NOTE

Make sure to move on to Part H for the last 3 minutes to provide feedback.

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________________. Nice to meet you.

PART A_4

Nice to meet you too, ________________. Would you like to visit America?

PART A_5

________________________________. How about you?

PART A_6

________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART B_2

1. ethnic
2. consider
3. roughly
4. immigrant
5. a mixture of
PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words from Part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from Part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART C_1

You will read aloud the passage below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

America is truly a melting pot of the world’s ethnic groups. Roughly 80% of Americans are considered “white,” 13% are African American, and 4.5% are “Asian.” The rest are natives of Alaska, Hawaii, or another Pacific island. About 15% of the population come from Spanish-speaking countries. These people come from places like Spain, Mexico, and Central or South America. In fact, most people in America have immigrant backgrounds. A typical “white” person in America might be part British, part German, and even part Italian. To be “American,” then, is to be a mixture of ethnic groups.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and phrases from Part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)

PART C_4

PART C_5

I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART C_6

1. What percentage of Americans is considered “white”?
Answer:
2. What percentage of Americans is considered “Asian”?
Answer:
3. What percentage of the population comes from Spanish-speaking countries?
Answer:
4. What are the Spanish-speaking countries?
Answer:

PART C_7

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART C_8

PART D_1

Please summarize the contents of this passage and tell it to your tutor. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Students may refer to a textbook they own when they have a hard time.)

PART D_2

PART D_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

PART D_4

PART E_1

Now, please answer the following questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. Who are considered “Japanese” in your opinion?
Answer:
2. Compared to America, Japan has less variety of ethnicity. What is the advantage of this?
Answer:
3. What is the disadvantage?
Answer:
4. Japan is becoming more diverse and global than before. Can you give an example?
Answer:
PART E_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will express your opinion about the topic below. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Topic: What is your opinion about this topic?
Answer: .

PART F_3

Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_4

PART G_1

Now, please answer the following question. I will check if your sentence is complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART G_2

Question:
First, read the following passage about “melting pot” and “salad bowl.” Then, based on your understanding of the concepts, describe how Japan is doing as far as the issue of immigration is concerned.

The USA has traditionally been referred to as a typical case of a “melting pot.” Generations of immigrants have melted together. They have abandoned their cultures to get assimilated into mainstream society. Today, however, cultural diversity is considered a positive thing globally, and people of different cultures try to live in harmony in much of the world. This model of racial integration is called a “salad bowl.” In a bowl of salad, the lettuce, tomatoes, and carrots come together, but they do not lose their unique features.

PART H_1

Now, let’s review today’s lesson. I will give you scores for each criterion and overall feedback, both verbally and through the chatbox.
(The student will take note of your feedback in his/her textbook. Score each criterion and provide feedback both verbally and through the chatbox. Use the criteria listed in Part H_2. If you don’t have enough time, send the scores and feedback to the student through the chatbox.)

PART H_2

Score: Please check the description of each score.
1. strongly disagree
2. disagree
3. undecided
4. agree
5. strongly agree
Criteria: Please give the score by looking back on today’s lesson.
1. The student was able to use appropriate phrases to express his/her ideas.
2. The student was able to correct grammar and phrases if he/she made a mistake.
3. The student was able to speak in a confident manner.
4. The student was able to express his/her ideas in a logical way.
5. The student was able to tell his/her thoughts to the tutor properly.
6. The student was able to speak in a consistent way.
7. The student was able to react to the tutor’s question well.
8. The student didn’t continue the subtle pauses and silences.
9. The student was able to maintain a fluent, and natural flow of speaking.
PART H_3

If you want to check the score again, please say the criteria number.
(Please make sure that your student took a note of the score you gave.)

Advanced Course_Logical English Expert Course 14

TUTORS NOTE

Make sure to move on to Part H for the last 3 minutes to provide feedback.

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________________. Nice to meet you.

PART A_4

Nice to meet you too, ________________. What kind of music do you listen to?

PART A_5

________________________________. How about you?

PART A_6

________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART B_2

1. Vienna
2. choir
3. chapel
4. tradition
5. setting
PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words from Part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from Part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART C_1

You will read aloud the passage below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

To be in Vienna, Austria is to be inside music. It’s hard to be anywhere in Vienna without hearing music. The Vienna State Opera has performances every night. Old palaces hold balls with sometimes as many as ten live bands. The Vienna Boys Choir sings at the Hofburg Chapel, a 500-year tradition. And the street musicians are so good, you’ll want to pay them.

Vienna is the perfect setting for music. Tea rooms, horse-drawn carriages, and grand Imperial buildings everywhere. You expect Mozart himself to greet you around every corner. If you love a pretty melody, a trip to Vienna will be music to your ears.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and phrases from Part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)

PART C_4

PART C_5

I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART C_6

1. What does it feel like to be in Vienna?
Answer:
2. Where does the Vienna Boys Choir sing?
Answer:
3. How many years has the choir been a tradition?
Answer:
4. What is recommended by the passage if you love a pretty melody?
Answer:

PART C_7

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART C_8

PART D_1

Please summarize the contents of this passage and tell it to your tutor. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Students may refer to a textbook they own when they have a hard time.)

PART D_2

PART D_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

PART D_4

PART E_1

Now, please answer the following questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. How many music genres can you name?
Answer:
2. What is your favorite music genre and why?
Answer:
3. Some experiments show that music can reduce pain from illness. What do you think?
Answer:
4. Do songs in different languages feel the same?
Answer:
PART E_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will express your opinion about the topic below. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Topic: What is your opinion about this topic?
Answer: .

PART F_3

Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_4

PART G_1

Now, please answer the following question. I will check if your sentence is complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART G_2

To complete a story about a rock concert, select suitable words and fill in the blanks below.

guitarist
encore
live show
performance
rock concert
venue
audience
ticket agency
drummer
concert hall

Tonight I’m going to the biggest (__________) of this year. I bought the last tickets left at the (__________). It should be a very exciting (__________). Fans started lining up outside the (__________) in the early afternoon. This is a big (__________) ― it holds almost 18,000 people. When the band hit the stage, the (__________) burst into applause. The (__________) played a long solo. The (__________) pounded out the beat. During the final
(__________), the singer drove off the stage. This is the best (__________) I’ve ever seen.

PART H_1

Now, let’s review today’s lesson. I will give you scores for each criterion and overall feedback, both verbally and through the chatbox.
(The student will take note of your feedback in his/her textbook. Score each criterion and provide feedback both verbally and through the chatbox. Use the criteria listed in Part H_2. If you don’t have enough time, send the scores and feedback to the student through the chatbox.)

PART H_2

Score: Please check the description of each score.
1. strongly disagree
2. disagree
3. undecided
4. agree
5. strongly agree
Criteria: Please give the score by looking back on today’s lesson.
1. The student was able to use appropriate phrases to express his/her ideas.
2. The student was able to correct grammar and phrases if he/she made a mistake.
3. The student was able to speak in a confident manner.
4. The student was able to express his/her ideas in a logical way.
5. The student was able to tell his/her thoughts to the tutor properly.
6. The student was able to speak in a consistent way.
7. The student was able to react to the tutor’s question well.
8. The student didn’t continue the subtle pauses and silences.
9. The student was able to maintain a fluent, and natural flow of speaking.
PART H_3

If you want to check the score again, please say the criteria number.
(Please make sure that your student took a note of the score you gave.)

Advanced Course_Logical English Expert Course 13

TUTORS NOTE

Make sure to move on to Part H for the last 3 minutes to provide feedback.

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________________. Nice to meet you.

PART A_4

Nice to meet you too, ________________. Do you choose secondhand items when you buy something?

PART A_5

________________________________. How about you?

PART A_6

________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART B_2

1. secondhand
2. discover
3. frequent
4. ordinary
5. equipment
PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words from Part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from Part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART C_1

You will read aloud the passage below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

Shoppers are discovering the joys of secondhand stores. Only people short on cash used to frequent such shops. Now ordinary shoppers are hunting for used bargains. And the shops sell not just clothing and kitchen supplies, but also audio equipment, musical instruments, and computers. What’s more, all products are tested by shop employees. If customers are not happy with an item, they have 30 days to return it. “We spent a lot on shelves, lighting, and layout to make our store look nicer than a typical secondhand store,” said the owner of Nine Lives, a secondhand store in New York. “The atmosphere and the quality of the products are like a real department store,” said one regular Nine Lives customer. No longer are shoppers afraid of the word “used.”

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and phrases from Part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)

PART C_4

PART C_5

I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART C_6

1. What do secondhand stores sell?
Answer:
2. If customers are not happy with the item that they bought, what can they do?
Answer:
3. According to the passage, what is Nine Lives?
Answer:
4. What did one of the regular customers of Nine Lives say about secondhand stores?
Answer:

PART C_7

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART C_8

PART D_1

Please summarize the contents of this passage and tell it to your tutor. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Students may refer to a textbook they own when they have a hard time.)

PART D_2

PART D_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

PART D_4

PART E_1

Now, please answer the following questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. What are secondhand shops like in Japan?
Answer:
2. What are the benefits of secondhand shops?
Answer:
3. What is your biggest concern regarding secondhand shops?
Answer:
4. What would you buy in a department store and what would you buy in a secondhand store?
Answer:
PART E_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will express your opinion about the topic below. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Topic: What is your opinion about this topic?
Answer: .

PART F_3

Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_4

PART G_1

Now, please answer the following question. I will check if your sentence is complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART G_2

What do you think are the pros and cons of online flea market services?

PART H_1

Now, let’s review today’s lesson. I will give you scores for each criterion and overall feedback, both verbally and through the chatbox.
(The student will take note of your feedback in his/her textbook. Score each criterion and provide feedback both verbally and through the chatbox. Use the criteria listed in Part H_2. If you don’t have enough time, send the scores and feedback to the student through the chatbox.)

PART H_2

Score: Please check the description of each score.
1. strongly disagree
2. disagree
3. undecided
4. agree
5. strongly agree
Criteria: Please give the score by looking back on today’s lesson.
1. The student was able to use appropriate phrases to express his/her ideas.
2. The student was able to correct grammar and phrases if he/she made a mistake.
3. The student was able to speak in a confident manner.
4. The student was able to express his/her ideas in a logical way.
5. The student was able to tell his/her thoughts to the tutor properly.
6. The student was able to speak in a consistent way.
7. The student was able to react to the tutor’s question well.
8. The student didn’t continue the subtle pauses and silences.
9. The student was able to maintain a fluent, and natural flow of speaking.
PART H_3

If you want to check the score again, please say the criteria number.
(Please make sure that your student took a note of the score you gave.)

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson66: Color and Number Symbolism

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. auspicious 前兆のよい、さい先のよい
The beginning of the year was auspicious for him. He landed a new project, got married, and traveled Europe.
2. superstitious 迷信的な、迷信深い
My superstitious grandmother always tells me not to lie down after a meal. She says I’m going to turn into a cow!
3. ritual 慣例、儀式
In today’s modern society, Japan’s tea rituals still take place. People prepare tea in a gentle and focused manner.
4. to each one’s own 人それぞれ
Don’t worry so much about other people’s opinions, to each one’s own.
5. turn over a new leaf 心を入れ替える
He is starting his first job tomorrow. He is committed to turn over a new leaf..
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. auspicious
Answer:
2. superstitious
Answer:
3. ritual
Answer:
4. to each one’s own
Answer:
5. turn over a new leaf
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hi, Emma. What’s New Year’s Eve like in the Philippines?
Well, New Year’s Eve here is quite the celebration!
We usually wear red because we believe it’s an auspicious color
and we cook tons of food.
We also prepare twelve fruits for good luck.
We’re very superstitious.
How about in Mexico?

Oh, I see. We usually eat twelve grapes in sixty seconds.
They say that if you successfully eat them before midnight all your twelve wishes will come true and you’ll have good luck throughout the new year.
Oh wow, I would like to try that as well.

Feel free to do it! Just be careful, you might choke.
Yes, thank you.
Oh, you know what, on the news, there was this man who was a skeptic
and said all new year’s rituals are irrational.
He also criticized people who believed 7 is a lucky number and
13 is an unlucky number.

Well, to each one’s own. There’s no harm in trying rituals or believing something as long as we don’t let them consume us.
Exactly. We must also work hard, have faith, and be good to others.

Yes. I think those are important factors that create good luck. I am looking forward to turning over a new leaf this year.
Cheers to that!

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: I was upset because he did not like the soup I made and he said it was too bland.
B: Well, ___________. I actually like the soup you make.
2. A: The company is going to transfer to a new location. The president said it is time to __________.
B: That’s right. I think the new location is much better.
3. A: You go to Church every Sunday?
B: Yes, it is a common religious ________ for Christians around the world.
4. A: He never goes out on Friday the 13th and always goes the other way when he sees a black cat.
B: I have never met such a _________ person!
5. A: His donuts sold out in just a week of its opening!
B: Wow, what an _________ business.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You and your friend visited a fortune teller. Discuss the fortune teller’s New Year predictions for the both of you. Your tutor will act as your friend.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson65: Family Roles

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. tight-knit 緊密な、親密な
  I joined a koto club and I find it to be very tight-knit. The members always go on a picnic on Thursdays.
2. breadwinner 一家の稼ぎ手
  At a young age, she was already her family’s breadwinner. She gained enough money for all their needs just by selling her paintings.
3. dutiful (目上に対して)礼儀正しい、忠順な
  He drives his siblings to school and rescues them when they are in trouble. I admire him for being a dutiful brother.
4. black sheep やっかい者
  He is a painter that comes from a family of dentists. He’s the black sheep.
5. flesh and blood 自分の肉親、身内
  The son gave his father so much trouble, but the father forgave him easily, for he was his own flesh and blood.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. tight-knit 
Answer:
2. breadwinner 
Answer:
3. dutiful 
Answer:
4. black sheep 
Answer:
5. flesh and blood 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

What’s up, Emma?
Hey, Ron! I’m currently packing my stuff.
I’m heading to my parents’ home for vacation.

That’s great. Will your siblings be there too?
They’re away for college. It’s exam season.

I see. Well, what’s your family like when you’re all together?
Hmm. We’re very tight-knit. We tell each other everything.
We usually play games and watch movies.
How about you? What’s your family like?

I stay with my grandparents. I’m the breadwinner and I don’t mind, not one bit.
I enjoy providing our family’s needs.
Wow, you are a dutiful grandson.
I am, on the other hand, the black sheep of the family.

Really, why do you say that?
Well, I didn’t excel in academics when I was in school.
Both my parents and my siblings are quite intelligent.
I’m musically inclined so I guess I understand music
more than any other concept.

Whatever interest or skill you have, I’m sure your family is going to love you. You are their flesh and blood.
I guess you’re right!

Well then, have a lovely vacation.
Thank you!

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: Your son is skilled at baseball, just like you.
B: Of course, he is my __________.
2. A: The new employee takes on all his tasks willingly and accomplishes them before deadline.
B: Yes, he is such a ________ employee.
3. A: The community always shares food and stories with each other during Christmas.
B: Really? It must be nice living in a ________ community.
4. A: I need two part-time jobs in order to pay my family’s bills.
B: Oh, it must be tough being the __________.
5. A: I was surprised to learn that you are a ballet dancer. All your sisters are lawyers.
B: What can I say? I’m the ________ of the family.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You and your friend are watching a documentary about the daily life of a family in the city. Describe what the family is like and what role each member plays. Your tutor will act as your friend.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson64: Karaoke

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. rendition 演奏、演出
  I know a guy who creates jazz renditions of popular anime songs. They give you a new musical experience, but I still prefer the original.
2. music to my ears 聴きやすい、耳に心地よい
  The sound of the ocean is music to my ears. It calms my mind and makes me think of nice things.
3. gifted 天賦の才のある、有能な
  He created beautiful artwork with the use of recycled materials! He is gifted, indeed.
4. on cloud nine 天に昇る気持ちの、大変幸福な
  She won the lottery. She must be on cloud nine!
5. in full swing フル回転して、調子よくいって
  The restaurant was in full swing when we got there. The waiters were very busy, so we had to wait an hour to be seated.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. rendition 
Answer:
2. music to my ears 
Answer:
3. gifted 
Answer:
4. on cloud nine 
Answer:
5. in full swing 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Happy Birthday, Emma!
Thank you, Ron!

What are your plans for tomorrow? How will you celebrate your birthday?
I think I’m going to spend the day at the karaoke with you guys!

Awesome! I am so excited to see you perform again. Your rendition of Namie Amuro’s “Can You Celebrate?” is music to my ears! You are a gifted musician.
Thank you, Ron! Could you please let others know about the party?

Sure thing! By the way, have you already reserved a room? I think the karaoke lounge will be in full swing tomorrow night because it’s Friday.
I already reserved a room for all of us. I also pre-ordered lots of food!

We are going to be on cloud nine for sure! Everyone will have a fantastic time celebrating your birthday with the best songs!
Well, I better get going.

See you tomorrow!
PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: Your_________of grandma’s pasta recipe is surprisingly good.
B: I changed it a little bit and added some new flavors.
2. A: I enjoy looking at the photos from our trip to Italy.
B: I enjoy looking at them too. We looked so happy, like we were_________.
3. A: I will get off from work early today. I will be coming home at 4:00 pm and I am going to cook something delicious.
B: Oh, wow! That is___________.
4. A: She is not your ordinary student. She excels in sports, music, and the arts.
B: I agree. She is definitely_______.
5. A: The beach party was in _____________ by the time you two arrived.
B: I agree. Everyone was having so much fun.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are looking at videos of your birthday party at the karaoke lounge. Discuss with your tutor what the party was like.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson63: Idols

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. star-struck スターに夢中の、スターに憧れる
  I was star-struck when I met a singer at the mall. I was too surprised that I did not get to ask for a photo with him.
2. showstopper 拍手喝采で中断させるほどの名演技、名演奏
  Emma’s ballet performance was a showstopper. Everyone cheered for her.
3. awe 畏れ、畏怖
  He was completely in awe of the woman. Her long blonde hair and bright smile captured him.
4. head to toe 頭から爪の先まで、全身の、徹底的な
  She is dressed in shiny pink from head to toe.
5. glimpse 一見、ひと目
  I was disappointed because I got a seat that was so far from the stage and ended up not seeing the band perform. Not even a glimpse!
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. starstruck 
Answer:
2. showstopper 
Answer:
3. awe 
Answer:
4. head to toe 
Answer:
5. glimpse 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good day, Emma!
Hi, Ron! Are you excited about tonight’s concert?

Of course, I am! I can’t wait to get star-struck by my favorite singing idols. How about you, Emma?
I am beyond excited! Attending this event is a dream come true for me.

I totally agree! I’m really looking forward to my favorite idol’s singing performance. I bet it will be a showstopper.
I am, on the other hand, excited to be in awe of their outfits.
I bet they’re going to be dressed glamorously from head to toe!

I agree!
We must get to the venue early so we can get a closer glimpse of the idols!

Sounds like a great plan!
Alright, see you later!

See you!
PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: How was Carl’s piano recital?
B: He did great! He was a ___________;everyone clapped for him.
2. A: What happened to you? You seem so shocked!
B: I am_______. I just saw Tom Cruise!
3. A: The child was in deep______of his father after seeing him operate the train.
B: That is so delightful!
4. A: Can you please help me dress up for tomorrow’s party?
B: Sure! I shall help you choose your accessories ________________.
5. A: We caught a_______of the new house when we passed by it early this morning.
B: Really? I bet it was beautiful!
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You will be attending a concert with your friend. Discuss the idol you are most excited to see performing with your tutor, who will act as your friend.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson62: Kawaii Culture

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. aesthetic 美の、審美的な
  Leonardo Da Vinci’s paintings have a deep sense of aesthetic. They are precise and realistic.
2. out of this world すばらしい
  I went to Disneyland for the first time. Every part of it was so magical that I felt like it was out of this world!
3. eye candy 見た目がよいもの、目の保養になるもの
  My sister loves decorating her room with paper lanterns because she thinks they are eye candy.
4. mundane 平凡な、ありふれた
  She was sick of her mundane life in the city. She found it boring and uneventful.
5. multifaceted 多面的に
  He is a multifaceted person. He climbs mountains, donates to charity, and sings the best karaoke songs!
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. aesthetic 
Answer:
2. out of this world 
Answer:
3. eye candy 
Answer:
4. mundane  
Answer:
5. multifaceted 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

What’s up Emma? What are you wearing? It’s unique and fancy!
Oh, this! Well, It’s a maid cafe costume for a cosplay convention. It is kawaii aesthetic.

Kawaii? isn’t that the Japanese term for cute? What exactly is kawaii aesthetic?
Well, Kawaii is basically a pop culture in Japan.
It can refer to items, humans and, non-humans that are childlike, loveable, charming, innocent, and fancy.

Oh, I think I’ve seen some photos of people in Harajuku. Some of their outfits look out of this world!
The Kawaii concept is definitely more than just eye-candy!
I think it is also a way of making mundane aspects of daily life seem more special. It’s a celebration that all things are adorable!

Oh, that’s a fascinating perspective!
The culture is multifaceted. It can be a cute Hello Kitty dress, a cute snack, or even the concept of friendship!

Well then Emma, I’d like to have a touch of kawaii in my life. Got any ideas?
Hmm, let’s start by giving your wardrobe a makeover! I want to see you wear something more colorful!

Okay then! My kawaii journey starts now!
PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: There is nothing special about your food arrangement. You need to give it a bit of_______.
B: Okay, I will decorate it with some fruits.
2. A: The _______ of the Tokyo hotel is clean, soft, and modern.
B: I agree. I saw that as soon as I entered its premises.
3. A: She said she does not want to do the task anymore because it is________.
B: Well, I understand her. The task is difficult and repetitive.
4. A: I want to visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Japan.
B: Oh, me too! I saw photos of it online. It gives me a strange and beautiful feeling. It looks _______.
5. A: He is glad to take on such a_________project.
B: Of course he is! The project involves the arts, the environment, and technology.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You and your friend are at a cosplay convention. Describe the attendees in costume to your tutor, who will act as your friend.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Advanced Course_Logical English Expert Course 16

TUTORS NOTE

Make sure to move on to Part H for the last 3 minutes to provide feedback.

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________________. Nice to meet you.

PART A_4

Nice to meet you too, ________________. Are you an indoor or an outdoor person?

PART A_5

________________________________. How about you?

PART A_6

________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART B_2

1. forbid
2. embed
3. solace
4. punishment
5. by contrast
PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words from Part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from Part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART C_1

You will read aloud the passage below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

In Japan, if you do something wrong, your parents might lock you out of the house. You might have the experience of being told, “Get out of the house!” In the States, however, you are forbidden to leave the house. We call this “being grounded.” This cultural difference suggests a deeply embedded concept of what a “house” represents. Locking children out suggests that home is a place where they want to be, a place of safety and solace. The outside world is a dangerous place where children must face their punishment for breaking the rules. By contrast, forbidding a child to go outside suggests that being confined to the house is distressing. A difference in culture is a difference in perspective.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and phrases from Part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)

PART C_4

PART C_5

I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART C_6

1. What do some parents in Japan do when their children do something wrong?
Answer:
2. What does “being grounded” mean in America?
Answer:
3. What does locking children out suggest?
Answer:
4. What does forbidding a child to go outside suggest?
Answer:

PART C_7

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART C_8

PART D_1

Please summarize the contents of this passage and tell it to your tutor. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Students may refer to a textbook they own when they have a hard time.)

PART D_2

PART D_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

PART D_4

PART E_1

Now, please answer the following questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. What is your concept of home?
Answer:
2. Do you agree with the punishment in either country?
Answer:
3. What should parents do when their kids misbehave?
Answer:
4. Do you think making a mistake is a good thing or a bad thing?
Answer:
PART E_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will express your opinion about the topic below. You may refer to your answer above and your textbook. I will check your sentence and grammar.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Topic: What is your opinion about this topic?
Answer: .

PART F_3

Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_4

PART G_1

Now, please answer the following question. I will check if your sentence is complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART G_2

Read the following description of the difference between “house” and “home” and tell an opinion about your ideal house and home.

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When you talk about a house, you mean a physical building that is made of bricks, cement, and all the other raw materials. But the moment you call it “home,” the meaning changes. By “home,” we mean a place where you live with your families and loved ones. “Home” represents comfort and safety.

The meaning of both words is very clear. All you have to do is just pay a little attention to it. A home is a place where you feel special and it has some value to you. Also, “home” is the location where you feel you belong. But a house is just a building and it has no meaning to you. Well, that’s the difference between “home” and “house.”

● My ideal house:
● My ideal home:

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PART H_1

Now, let’s review today’s lesson. I will give you scores for each criterion and overall feedback, both verbally and through the chatbox.
(The student will take note of your feedback in his/her textbook. Score each criterion and provide feedback both verbally and through the chatbox. Use the criteria listed in Part H_2. If you don’t have enough time, send the scores and feedback to the student through the chatbox.)

PART H_2

Score: Please check the description of each score.
1. strongly disagree
2. disagree
3. undecided
4. agree
5. strongly agree
Criteria: Please give the score by looking back on today’s lesson.
1. The student was able to use appropriate phrases to express his/her ideas.
2. The student was able to correct grammar and phrases if he/she made a mistake.
3. The student was able to speak in a confident manner.
4. The student was able to express his/her ideas in a logical way.
5. The student was able to tell his/her thoughts to the tutor properly.
6. The student was able to speak in a consistent way.
7. The student was able to react to the tutor’s question well.
8. The student didn’t continue the subtle pauses and silences.
9. The student was able to maintain a fluent, and natural flow of speaking.
PART H_3

If you want to check the score again, please say the criteria number.
(Please make sure that your student took a note of the score you gave.)