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Language Learning Center 77-1005, Passport Rewards LLSL2. Asking for and Giving Directions

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LLSL2. Asking for and Giving Directions

Student Name: Student ID Number:

Instructor: Level: Date:

Section 1: Introduction

Today, we have GPS or map applications to help us find places. It is easy

to use a GPS or map application, but sometimes we need to ask for

directions or give directions.

There are common words and phrases we use to give directions. Study the words and phrases above:

Section 2: Getting around Mt. SAC

Mt. SAC is a large community college in California. There are many students, and it can be difficult to find your

way around. So, it is important to know how to ask for directions or help other students with directions. Here is

a map of the school (http://mtsac.edu/maps/). Try finding the map on the website, also.

1. Download the form.2. Save to your computer BEFORE completing it.3. Type answers in the blue boxes.

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Activity 1: Organizing Directions - Look at the map of Mt. SAC. Can you find Building 30 and Building 77?

ESL Pre-Level, Level 1, and Level 2 classes are in Building 30. In the Language Learning Center (LLC) you can

practice your English on computers and meet with ESL tutors. The LLC is in Building 77. The directions below

explain how to get from Building 30 to the LLC in Building 77. Put the directions in order. Write the correct

number next to each step. Step 1 is done for you!

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Step Number Directions to get from building 30 to building 77.

Next, turn right at the light onto Walnut Avenue.

Continue to go down the stairs until you reach the bottom.

Then turn right and enter the doors on your left.

The easiest way is to exit Building 30 and go toward Bonita Drive.

When you get to the new buildings on your left, turn left and go down the stairs.

After that, continue straight until you pass the driveway in front of buildings 66 and 67.

Finally, go through the first door on your left to enter the LLC.

Section 3: Tips and Practice for Giving Directions

Here are some helpful tips on how to give directions to others.

1. Begin with an introductory phrase:

a. The easiest way is to . . .

b. The quickest way is to . . .

c. The best way is to . . .

2. Use short phrases with the imperative form. Speak slowly and use very careful pronunciation. For

example:

a. Go straight.

b. Make a right.

c. Turn left.

3. Use transition words or phrases:

after that

then

next

finally

4. Use set phrases:

Go/continue

straight

Turn

left/right

Stay on Go/walk

towards

Keep

going

You Try: Go back to the top of this page. Under the sentences, type the "set phrases" you find.

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5. Use landmarks. Landmarks are buildings or things on land that are easy to see and recognize.

Landmarks tell the person what to look out for. The landmarks are underlined in the example below:

When you see a large clock, make a left.

At the library, turn right.

Turn right on Temple Ave. You will see Mt. Sac on the corner.

You Try: What are two landmarks used in the directions of Activity 1 in Section 2?

1. 2.

6. Give directions from your house to Mt. SAC.Use GPS or a map. Write directions from your house to Mt. SAC. Use the "set phrases" above. Write

your directions below.

Section 4: What Did I Learn? After finishing sections 1 to 3, I can...

Yes Nofind the Mt. SAC campus map on the Mt. SAC website.

organize directions into the correct order.

use the correct language to give directions, such as transition words and set

phrases.

Good job! Now make an appointment with a tutor at the Front Desk.

The tutor will call your name when he/she is ready.

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Section 5: Practice with a Tutor!

After completing Section 4: Self- Assessment, meet with a tutor and give this completed SDLA to the tutor. To

make sure you understand how to give directions, the tutor will ask you to use your phone or computer and

give directions from Mt. SAC or your home to your favorite restaurant/store.

Grading Rubric Possible Points 1 Point 3 Points 5 Points

Content Student does not provide

accurate directions and does

not use landmarks or set

phrases.

Student provides generally

accurate directions with the

imperative form and uses

landmarks and set phrases

some of the time with minor

mistakes.

Student provides accurate

directions with the

imperative form and uses

landmarks and set phrases

appropriately.

Skill: Speaking Student’s speech is unclear

and requires frequent

listener effort.

Student’s speech is

generally clear but requires

occasional listener effort.

Student’s speech is clear and

smooth and requires

minimal listener effort.

Oral Fluency Speaks in incomplete

sentences that do not flow.

Speaks in complete

sentences some of the time

with frequent pauses.

Speaks in complete

sentences with occasional

pauses most of the time.

Possible Points / 15

Repeat

Student hasn’t yet mastered this SDLA. It is

recommended that the student complete it again

*Students must receive at least 10 points to move on

Tutor Recommendations:

Date: _______________________

Congratulations! Move on Student has successfully completed this SDLA and is ready to continue to the next.

Tutor Signature: __________________________________________