Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Shadowing and Intonation

"La llegada de la sabiduría con el  tiempo" es una historia de Manuel Rivas en su libro ¿Qué me quieres, amor? página 181.  Inspirada en el poema de W.B Yeats. 

The Macondo man stories

La llegada de la sabiduría con el tiempo 

Let's talk about our experience with kimchi.

A : 마이클 씨, 김치 먹어 봤어요? 
B : 그럼요. 먹어 봤어요.
A : 미국에서도 김치를 먹은 적이 있어요?
B : 아니요, 미국에서는 먹은 적이 없어요.
     작년에 한국에 왔을 때 처음 먹어 봤어요.

A : Michael, have you ever eaten Kimchi?
B : Sure. I have.
A : Have you eaten Kimchi in the States, too?
B : No, I haven't eaten Kimchi in the States.
      I ate Kimchi for the first time when I came to Korea last year.

Grammar

V-(으)ㄴ 적(이) 있다/없다

'-(으)ㄴ 적이 있다' is used when a person has experienced something,
and '(으)ㄴ 적이 없다' is used when a person has not experienced something.
* verb stems ending with a vowel + -ㄴ 적이 있다/없다 : 가다 -> 간 적이 있다/없다.
* verb stems ending with a consonant + -은 적이 있다/없다 : 읽다 -> 읽은 적이 있다/없다

Reading Korea.

Experience

Cuento breve leído de a una velocidad lenta para su perfecta comprensión : )   ¡¡Disfruta!!

AUDIO LIBROS nivel A1-A2

La Sala - Cuento breve.

Aprovechando que estamos en febrero y el día de los enamorados está por llegar,  en este podcast cultural hablaremos un poco de la historia de San Valentín y sobre cómo y cuándo celebramos esta fecha tan romántica en Colombia.

Podcast culturales

¿Celebramos San Valentín en Colombia?



¿Has estado enfermo o enferma? O a lo mejor lo estás ahora. 

El día que grabé este podcast no me sentía bien y de eso te hablo aquí, escúchalo para que aprendas un poco de vocabulario de enfermedad. 

🥺🥺🥺🥺🤕🤕🤒🤒🤒😷😷😷😷

Hablar por hablar (Listening)

Estoy enfermita 🥺 🤒 🤕 😷

みなさん、ひさしぶりです。
この半年間、私はずっとがんばっていることがあります。
今日は、そのことを話します。

Hi everyone, long time no see!
There is something I’ve been working hard on for the past six months.
Today, I’d like to talk about it.

This episode is JLPT-N3 level.

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Words☆
日本語能力試験（にほんごのうりょくしけん）：Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)
法律（ほうりつ）：law
繰り返し（くりかえし）：repeat

☆Script for this episode
https://meg-smile.com/40-ganbatteiru-n3-level/

Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#40 最近、がんばっていること // N3 Level /Japanese listening

Have you ever wondered how comparing yourself to other English learners might affect your progress? Join Smith and their esteemed guest speaker as they unravel the key to effective language acquisition: embracing your individual journey. How can celebrating your own milestones lead to more fulfilling learning? Let's explore. In this insightful discussion, Smith and the guest speaker delve into the pitfalls of constant comparison, emphasizing that every learner's path is unique, shaped by personal circumstances and experiences. By releasing the pressure of benchmarks set by others, individuals can find their own rhythm and flourish in their linguistic pursuits. Through this liberating perspective, learners not only build confidence but also create a positive and encouraging learning atmosphere, ultimately propelling their proficiency in English.

LEARN BY LISTENING

Stop Comparing Yourself To Other English Learners

Change Management refers to the systematic approach, methodologies, and tools employed to guide individuals, teams, and organizations through a transition from a current state to a desired future state in response to internal or external factors. 

Key Components :

Preparation: Establishing a clear vision, understanding the impact of change, and developing a strategic plan.

Support: Providing resources, training, and communication to facilitate the transition.

Sustainment: Ensuring that the change is integrated into the organization’s culture and practices for long-term success.

Drivers of Change:

Technological Evolution: Rapid advancements in technology necessitating organizational adaptation.

Process Improvement: Internal reviews aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity.

Crisis Response: Adjustments made in reaction to unforeseen events or challenges.
Market Dynamics: Shifts in customer demand, competitive pressures, or industry trends.
Structural Reorganization: Mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring within the organization.
Principles of Effective Change Management:

Leadership Involvement: Active and visible sponsorship from top management.
Stakeholder Engagement: Involving those affected by the change in the planning and implementation process.
Communication: Transparent, timely, and consistent messaging about the change.
Training and Development: Equipping employees with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Resistance Management: Identifying and addressing concerns and barriers to change.
Outcomes of Change Management:

Enhanced Agility: Improved ability to respond to market changes and opportunities.
Increased Efficiency: Streamlined processes and elimination of redundancies.
Employee Empowerment: A workforce that is adaptable and embraces change.
Competitive Advantage: Staying ahead in the market by innovating and evolving.
Strategic Alignment: Ensuring that all levels of the organization are moving in the same direction.