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Departamento de Ciencias de la Educacin


Seccin Lenguas contemporneas

Introduction to Applied Linguistics


Evaluacin a distancia
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FIRST BIMESTER
GENERAL STRATEGIES:

Dear student, remember that this work is compulsory. It is the obligatory condition to
pass this cycle of studying.

You have to submit this assignment on line , to EVA platform (Entorno Virtual de
Aprendizaje) during the time established by the university. Be punctual since late
work is not accepted.

Remember that this test cannot be redone, therefore, try to do your best.

This work consists of two parts. The first part is an objective test, and will be scored
over TWO points. The second part, the ESSAY, will be scored over FOUR points. The
TOTAL score of this test is over SIX points.

For the successful development of this assignment, you have to read and study units
from 1 to 4 in your textbook Applied Linguistics , by Guy Cook. In addition, please
carefully read the complementary information given in the guide corresponding to
the above mentioned chapters.

GOOD LUCK!

OBJECTIVE PART (2 points)

Activity 1. Circle the letter of the correct answer:

STRATEGY:

To do this activity, please carefully read chapters 1, 2, 3 and 4 in the textbook, and
in the didactic guide.

1. Applied Linguistics is known as a language-related problem-solving discipline


because it:

a. focuses on description of human world languages


b. provides an insight in how languages are learned and taught, and used
in different contexts
c. contains many branches and applications that make it versatile

2. The discipline which is concerned with the practical usage, acquisition, teaching
language, and education, is called:

a. Linguistics
b. Psycholinguistics
c. Applied Linguistics

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3. The discipline that studies the mental processes involved in the comprehension,
production, and the acquisition of language, is called:

a. Cognitive linguistics
b. Neuroliunguistics
c. Psycholinguistics

4. Sociolinguistics is the science that:

a. studies how language and social factors are related


b. explains and studies the mental processes involved in the comprehension,
production, and the acquisition of language
c. studies the relationship between language acquisition and affective state
of learners

5. A variety of a spoken language peculiar to a region, community, social group, or


occupational group is known as:

a. dialect
b. non- standard language
c. accent

6. Intercommunication, prestige, and necessity are some of the factors that


influenced the changes in the lexicon during the period known as :

a. Old English
b. Middle English
c. Modern English

7. During this stream of language studies, ancient scholars tied to explain why
languages consist of systems of rules and forms. They concluded that the human
languages are rule-governed. it is true about:

a. Roman grammarians
b. Modistae
c. Sophists

8. Morphology, semantics, syntax, phonology, pragmatics are the branches of:

a. Applied Linguistics
b. Linguistics
c. Cognitive linguistics

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9. Non standard English differs from Standard English most importantly at the
level of :

a. grammar
b. phonology
c. vocabulary

10. Prestige dialect can be defined as:

a. standard language
b. BBC dialect
c. geographical variation of a language

11. .. refers to differences in pronunciation.

a. dialect
b. accent
c. register

12. Modal verbs do not change, Splitting infinitives is wrong. These statements
represent ..

a. descriptive approach to language learning:


b. prescriptive approach to language learning:
c. restricted code

13. Technical vocabulary of a particular profession, or words used to establish in-


group membership are called:

a. slang
b. jargon
c. code

14. Deliberate change from one manner or style of speaking to another is called:

a. slang
b. code switching
c. Lingua franca

15. When grammar rules are practiced through translation exercises; little or
no attention is paid to speaking; reading and writing are used as main class
activities, we apply:

a. Grammar-Translation method
b. Task Based Language Teaching
c. Direct method

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16. This method is designed for beginners. The teacher gives very simple commands.
Students may perform very simple dialogues using fixed conversational
patterns.
Speaking can be delayed until learners feel ready to do it. This is a description of:

a. Direct method
b. Communicative Approach
c. Natural Approach

17. This method places a focus on communicative competence:

a. Natural Approach
b. Communicative Approach
c. Task Based Language Teaching

18. When concrete vocabulary is taught through demonstrations, objects, and


pictures, and when the classroom instructions are given in the target language,
it means that we apply:

a. Direct method
b. Grammar-Translation method
c. Task-Based Language Teaching

19. A task is a special form of technique. Students might be asked to accomplish


different realworld tasks, for instance, problem-solving tasks, discussion or
exchange of ideas tasks, use of dialogues ( ex between a waiter and a customer
in a restaurant, or flight attendant and a passenger ), etc. It is true about:

a. Task- Based Language Teaching


b. Direct method
c. The Communicative approach

20. A Language family refers to:

a. language used by the representatives of the same ethnic group or


speaking community
b. a group of the most widely studied and used languages
c. a group of languages derived from the same, or parental, language
1 point

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Activity 2. Write TRUE or FALSE according to the statement:

STRATEGY:

To do this activity, please carefully read chapters 1, 2 ,3 and 4 in the textbook,


and in the didactic guide.

1.() Applied linguistics deals with mother, foreign, and second language
acquisition.

2.() The study of languages change over time, the reasons for the
changes, and the relationships among different languages, are the
focus of Historical Linguistics.

3.() English, German, and Dutch belong to the same language family.

4.() Lingua franca refers to level of usage of most educated speakers


of a language and is established as the prestigious form of that
language.

5.() Pidgin language is a simplified language that develops as a means


of communication between two or more groups that do not have a
language in common.

6.() Accent refers to variation of language in grammar use.

7.() Prescriptive approach consists basically of stating what is considered


right and wrong in language.

8.() Dialects differ from standard language at levels of grammar,


pronunciation, and vocabulary.

9.() Branches of Linguistics are: morphology, semantics, syntax, and


phonology.

10.() The deliberate change from one manner or style of speaking to


another is called CODE SWITCHING.

11.() One of many types of language variation, register, represents a field


of stylistic.

12.() The term code switching was introduced by Basil Bernstein.

13.() Descriptive approach deals with variety or manner of speaking of a


language and refers to HOW language should be used.

14.() Prescriptive approach to language study observes and records the


ways how the language is actually used.

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15.() When languages share the common source or origin, they are
called pidgin.

16.() Sociolinguistics is the study of how language and social factors are
related.

17.() Standard language is also called prestige dialect.

18.() Dialects are said to be regional and social class variations of the
same language.

19.() Slang refers to the use of informal words and expressions that are
not considered standard in the speakers dialect or language; it is
not long-lasting.

20.() Standard language is usually represented in oral communication.

1 point

ESSAY PART (4 points)

)) Dear student:
Each activity in this essay test is comprised of two or more tasks.
Be attentive and answer them all. Incomplete answers will not be scored.

Activity 1. Write the answers to the following tasks:

Task 1. Establish the difference between Linguistics and Applied Linguistics

STRATEGY:

Write the definition of each discipline.


Read the information in the didactic guide and the textbook (chapter 1). You may
also use the Internet .(Provide/ cite the used sources.)
Specify points, features, fields, subfields of study and branches that indicate the
difference between the two disciplines.
Write the main purpose of each science.
Use the suggested format below.

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Linguistics Applied Linguistics

0.5 points

Task 2. Explain the relationships between Applied Linguistics and Education .

STRATEGY:

Read the corresponding information in the didactic guide. You may also consult the
Internet. (Indicate the used source)
Write an essay (450- 550 words approximately) explaining how education and
Applied Linguistics are related.
Specify the applications of linguistics regarding education. State the importance of
Applied Linguistics in EFL teaching.
Provide practical examples of applications of linguistics in the class room.
Use terminology of the course.
Be succinct as possible.

1 point

GRADING RUBRICS

Meets or exceeds
Inadequate 00,5 Acceptable 0,6-1
expectations 1,1-1,5
Information is not Information is gathered
relevant to the topic, not Information is partly from a variety of
complete. relevant to the topic. electronic and print
Over 11grammar, Writing includes from 6 sources.
spelling, punctuation to10 grammar, spelling, Information is relevant to
and capitalization punctuation and the topic and complete.
mistakes. capitalization mistakes. Personal contribution is
No personal contribution Poor personal evident.
is evident. contribution. Examples are clearly
Examples are not Examples relevant to the relevant to the topic.
relevant to the topic. topic. Information includes the
Information does not Information includes the course terminology
include the course course terminology. Grammar, orthography,
terminology. Information is partly punctuation and
Information is not based on the proposed capitalization are correct.
based on the proposed strategies. Information is based on
strategies. the proposed strategies.

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Activity 2.Establish the difference between:

a. CODE SWITCHING and REGISTER


b. RESTRICTED and ELABORATED CODE
c. STANDARD and NON STANDARD language.

STRATEGY:

Read the corresponding information in the didactic guide and in the textbook
(chapter 2 /Unit 2).
You may also consult the Internet .( Indicate the sources used during the
investigation).
Write the definition of each term. Use your own words.
Explain the terms CODE SWITCING and REGISTER. Since these terms are very close
in meaning, find and explain the DIFFERENCE between them. Provide 2- 3 examples
for each term.
Explain the main points of restricted and elaborated code and mention the names of
authors / linguists who studied the language variations with this regard.( Research
in the Internet or other relevant and reliable sources; mention/ cite the sources used.
Provide at least two examples to illustrate restricted and elaborated code( for each
term).
Write your own definition of the terms standard and non standard language.
Provide at least two examples of each language type.
Follow the suggested format.

a.

CODE SWITCHING REGISTER


Definition: Definition:
Main points: Main points:
Examples: Examples:
Difference: Difference:

b.
RESTRICTED CODE ELABORATED CODE
Definition: Definition:
Main points: Main points:
Examples: Examples:

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c.
STANDARD LANGUAGE NON STANDARD LANGUAGE
Definition: Definition:
Main points: Main points:
Examples: Examples:

1.5 points

GRADING RUBRICS

Meets or exceeds
Inadequate 00,5 Acceptable 0,6- 1
expectations 1,1 1,5
Information is gathered
Information is not from a variety of
relevant to the topic, not Information is partly electronic and print
complete. relevant to the topic. sources.
Over 11grammar, Writing includes from 6 Information is relevant
spelling, punctuation to10 grammar, spelling, to the topic and
and capitalization punctuation and complete.
mistakes. capitalization mistakes. Personal contribution is
No personal Poor personal evident.
contribution is evident. contribution. Examples are clearly
Examples are not Examples relevant to the relevant to the topic.
relevant to the topic. topic. Information includes the
Information does not Information includes the course terminology.
include the course course terminology. Grammar, orthography,
terminology. Information is partly punctuation and
Information is not based on the proposed capitalization are
based on the proposed strategies. correct.
strategies. Information is based on
the proposed strategies.

Activity 3. DIRECT METHOD. Write some classroom activities to apply this method
in the class .

STRATEGY:

Study chapter four in your textbook and the didactic guide. You may also consult
the Internet . Indicate the used sources.
Explain the main points of DIRECT METHOD, describe its goal , main characteristics;
write the name of its designer .
Write minimum three examples of REAL classroom activities that might be used in
class.
Provide clear instructions for class exercises. Include a detailed lesson procedure .
Do not copy, use your own words. Plagiarism will be graded zero.
Use the suggested format below.

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Goals of DIRECT METHOD


Main characteristics of D. M.
a.
Classroom activities b.
c.

1 point

GRADING RUBRICS

Meets or exceeds
Inadequate 0-0,4 Acceptable 0,5-0,7
expectations 0,8 1
Information is gathered
Information is partly from a variety of
Information is not relevant to the topic. electronic and print
relevant to the topic, not sources.
complete. Writing includes from 6
to 10 grammar, spelling, Information is relevant to
Over 11grammar, punctuation and the topic.
spelling, punctuation capitalization mistakes. Personal contribution is
and capitalization
Poor personal evident.
mistakes.
contribution. Information includes the
No personal contribution
Information includes the course terminology.
is evident.
course terminology. Grammar, orthography,
Information does not
The goal and the punctuation and
include the course
characteristics of Direct capitalization are correct.
terminology .
method are clearly The goal and the
Examples of class explained. characteristics of Direct
activities do not
The examples of class Method are clearly
correspond to the
activities correspond to explained.
required method.
the required method. The examples of class
Information is not
Information is partly activities correspond to
based on the proposed
based on the proposed the required method.
strategies.
strategies. Information is based on
the proposed strategies.

Estimado(a) estudiante, una vez resuelta su evaluacin a distancia en el


documento impreso (borrador), acceda al Entorno Virtual de Aprendizaje
(EVA) en www.utpl.edu.ec e ingrese las respuestas respectivas.

SEOR ESTUDIANTE:
Le recordamos que para presentarse a rendir las
evaluaciones presenciales no est permitido el uso de
ningn material auxiliar (calculadora, diccionario, libros,
Biblia, formularios, cdigos, leyes, etc.)
Las pruebas presenciales estn diseadas para
desarrollarlas sin la utilizacin de estos materiales.

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SECOND BIMESTER
SECOND TWO MONTH TEST

Dear student, remember that this work is compulsory. It is the obligatory condition to
pass this cycle of studying.

You have to submit this assignment on line to EVA ( Entorno Virtual de Aprendizaje
) during the time established by the university. Be punctual since late work is not
accepted.

Remember that this test cannot be redone, therefore, try to do your best.

This work consists of two parts. The first part is an objective test, and will be scored
over TWO points. The second part, the ESSAY, will be scored over FOUR points. The
TOTAL score of this test is over SIX points.

For the successful completion of this assignment, you have to read and study units
from 5 to 8 in your textbook Applied Linguistics, by Guy Cook. In addition please
carefully read the complementary information given in the guide corresponding to
the above mentioned chapters.

GOOD LUCK!

OBJECTIVE PART (2 points)

Activity 1. Circle the letter of the correct answer:

STRATEGY:

To do this activity, please carefully read chapters 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the textbook,


and in the didactic guide.

1. The most complete definition of language is:

a. It is something all people use every day for communication


b. it is a system of vocal signs , by means of which humans communicate
and transmit information
c. it is an instrument for human communication and transmission of
information

2. The universal grammar theory implies that:

a. the same set of grammar rules is shared by all human languages


b. certain languages have very primitive grammar systems
c. all human beings have an inner ability to use grammar rules in their native
language

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3. Gestures and body language constitute part of:

a. Sociolinguistics
b. Discourse analysis
c. Linguistic competence

4. The knowledge of the notion of .. is necessary for the areas of Discourse


Analysis, cross-cultural communication, and for correct use of language in
general, because it is considered the goal of language education and it is a
necessary element in efficient classroom practice.

a. Linguistic competence
b. Communicative competence
c. Universal grammar theory

5. Interlanguage refers to errors produced by second/foreign language learner as


a result of:

a. lack of exposure to target language or appropriate language model


b. borrowing patterns from students mother language and using words
and already known grammar structures
c. lack of reinforcement of correct language production and constructive
feedback

6. Which of the following fields of linguistics studies the influence of the context
into the word meaning:

a. cognitive psychology
b. pragmatics
c. linguistic competence

7. The major source of vocabulary learning is:

a. extensive reading
b. intensive reading
c. any speaking activity

8. The purpose of Intensive Reading is:

a. to call students attention to grammatical forms, discourse markers, and


other structure details to understand the literal meaning of test.
b. to encourage learners to read self-selected books without the pressure
of testing
c. to help students obtain detailed meaning from the text , identify main
idea and enhance vocabulary and grammar knowledge

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9. Within the Extensive Reading tasks, a teacher may ask the students to:

a. find all phrasal verbs used in a text


b. write a short summary of each paragraph of reading
c. find all irregular verbs

10. - tries to explain the particular choices made by speakers in their use of
language, production and reception of meaning.

a. paralanguage
b. pragmatics
c. stylistics

11. Within stylistics features are the following:

a. figures of thoughts and descriptive language


b. body language
c. kinesthetics

12. A persuading technique in literature could be:

a. diminutives
b. criticism
c. rhetorical questions

13. Stylistic analysis discusses:

a. the use of grammar according to the literary genre


b. derivations from the norms of language and parallel constructions
c. the influence of the literary genre upon the reader

14. The terms passivisation and conversationalization form a part of:

a. corpus linguistics
b. critical linguistics
c. literary stylistics

15. Language used in literature:

a. should not use non- standard variations of language


b. reflects social and individual identity of the language users
c. reflects the intensions of speakers

16. As a while listening activity students may be asked to:

a. write a summary of the listened material


b. to start topic discussion
c. to listen for a specific information
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17. As an example of reflexive writing can be used:

a. a complaint letter
b. an advertisement
c. a postcard or a letter to a friend

18. The study and interpretation of texts from a linguistic perspective is called:

a. pragmatics
b. stylistics
c. rhetoric

19. Within the Intensive Reading tasks, a teacher may ask the students to:

a. find all irregular verbs or idiomatic expressions used in a text


b. write a short summary of each paragraph of reading
c. discuss with the classmates the most difficult parts of the text

20. . refers to a space bubble that speakers of different cultures maintain


during the conversation

a. proxemics
b. kinesthetics
c. context
1 point

Activity 2. Answer TRUE ( T )or FALSE (F)according to the statement :

STRATEGY:

To do this activity, please carefully read chapters 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the textbook, and
in the didactic guide.

1.() Critical Applied Linguistics is the science that describes human


languages.

2.() Language can be defined as a special set of symbols, letters,


numerals, rules, grammar sets, etc., used for the transmission of
information.

3.() The necessary conditions for a system to be called a Language


are the usage of a lexicon ( vocabulary ) and rules to combine this
lexicon (grammar).

4.() The notion of communicative competence is described within the


field of Psycholinguistics.

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5.() Phonetics, phonology, syntax, semantics, and morphology are


components of Communicative competence.

6.() Intonation, pauses for breath, body language and minimal silence are
the elements of Discourse .

7.() Discourse analysis represents one of the methods for teaching


English as a Second Language.

8.() Discourse Analysis is a branch of linguistics that focuses on language


use above and beyond the sentence.

9.() Among elements of turntaking are the length of sentence and


correct grammar use.

10.() Elements of discourse analysis constitute a part of communicative


competence.

11.() The universal grammar theory implies that all human beings have
an inner ability to use grammar rules in their native language.

12.() Paralanguage refers to nonverbal elements of communication.

13.() Pragmatics studies how the context influences the meaning of the
words.

14.() Collocations represent the main point of interest of Corpus


Linguistics.

15.() Intonation, body language, minimal silence are elements of


discourse.

16.() One of the functions of grammar is to establish standards for


language.

17.() Intensive reading represents a major source of vocabulary learning.

18.() Cross cultural differences constitute important elements in


translation.

19.() Discourse Analysis is necessary in studies of some social science


disciplines such as international relations.

20.() When learner transfers the grammar rules of his native language
into foreign one, it means that he is applying cultural rules of his
mother tongue.

1 point

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ESSAY PART (4 points)

)) Dear student:
Each activity in this essay test is composed by two or more tasks.
Be attentive and answer them all. Incomplete answers will not be scored.

Activity 1. Explain the terms Communicative and Linguistic Competence .

STRATEGY:

Write the definition of the concept of Communicative Competence.


Write the name of the author of Communicative Competence Theory.
Write the four components of Communicative Competence and explain each term.
Write the definition of the concept of Linguistic Competence.
Write the name of the author of Linguistic Competence.
Include the elements of Linguistics competence and provide their brief definition.
Explain why these two theories (Communicative and Linguistics Competence) are
opposed to each other.
Follow the suggested format.

Communicative competence Linguistic competence


Definition
Main concept
Author
Elements and their
definitions
Why are these two
theories opposed to
each other?

1,5 points

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GRADING RUBRICS

Meets or exceeds
Inadequate 0-0,5 Acceptable 0,6- 0,1,0
expectations 1,11,5
Information is not Information is gathered
relevant to the topic, not Information is partly from a variety of
complete. relevant to the topic. electronic and print
Over 11grammar, Writing includes from 6 sources.
spelling ,punctuation to 10 grammar, spelling, Information is relevant to
and capitalization punctuation and the topic.
mistakes. capitalization mistakes. Personal contribution is
No personal contribution Poor personal evident.
is evident. contribution. Information includes the
Information does not Information includes the course terminology.
include the course course terminology. Grammar, orthography,
terminology . Information is partly punctuation and
Information is not based on the proposed capitalization are correct.
based on the proposed strategies. Information is based on
strategies. the proposed strategies.

Activity 2. Explain the term Language Transfer and then establish the difference
between positive and negative transfer that affect both Spanish and English
languages. Provide examples of positive and negative transfer for both Spanish
and English.

STRATEGY:

Read the corresponding unit in both the textbook and Unit 8 in the didactic guide.
In order to carry out the task successfully, you may consult the internet or any other
relevant and reliable source. Do not forget to properly cite the used sources.
Write definitions of both positive and negative transfer. Use your own words, do not
copy.
Explain reasons why the phenomenon of transfer occurs.
Provide two examples of positive and two examples of negative transfer . Comment
your examples: explain how language transfer manifests itself in each example.
Follow the suggested format:

1,5 points

Language Transfer
(definition, reasons of
this phenomenon)
Positive T.
(definition, examples,
comments)
Negative T.
(definition, examples,
comments)

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GRADING RUBRICS

Meets or exceeds
Inadequate 00,5 Acceptable 0,61,0
expectations 1,1- 1,5
Information is not Information is gathered
relevant to the topic, not Information is partly from a variety of
complete. relevant to the topic. electronic and print
Over 11grammar, Writing includes from 6 sources.
spelling, punctuation to 10 grammar, spelling, Information is relevant to
and capitalization punctuation and the topic.
mistakes. capitalization mistakes. Personal contribution is
No personal contribution Poor personal evident.
is evident. contribution. Information includes the
Information does not Information includes the course terminology.
include the course course terminology. Grammar, orthography,
terminology. The examples of transfer punctuation and
Examples of transfer do are correct but not capitalization are correct.
not correspond to the commented. The examples of transfer
terms, not commented. Reasons of transfer are are correct and properly
Reasons of transfer are partly explained. commented.
not explained. Information is partly Reasons of transfer are
Information is not based on the proposed clearly explained.
based on the proposed strategies. Information is based on
strategies. the proposed strategies.

Activity 3. Write essay about the importance of teaching culture in EFL classroom.

STRATEGY:

To carry out this activity you can make use of the Internet, available textbooks,
magazines, and other relevant and reliable sources.
Do not copy, use your own words. Plagiarism will be graded zero.
The writing should contain up to 500 words.
Include examples, and provide reasons to illustrate the importance of teaching
culture to EFL students. Be convincing.

The aspects that will be taken into consideration for grading this activity are:

pertinence of ideas,
correct grammar, punctuation and orthography,
creativity
completeness of sentence thoughts and ideas,
coherence
the use of the course terminology

1 point

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GRADING RUBRICS

Meets or exceeds
Inadequate 0-0,4 Acceptable 0,5- 0,7
expectations 0,81
Information is not Information is gathered
relevant to the topic, not Information is partly from a variety of
complete. relevant to the topic. electronic and print
Over 11grammar, Writing includes from 6 sources.
spelling ,punctuation to 10 grammar, spelling, Information is relevant to
and capitalization punctuation and the topic.
mistakes. capitalization mistakes. Personal contribution is
No personal contribution Poor personal evident.
is evident. contribution. Information includes the
Information does not Information includes the course erminology.
include the course course terminology. Grammar, orthography,
terminology. Information is partly punctuation and
Information is not based on the proposed capitalization are correct.
based on the proposed strategies. Information is based on
strategies. the proposed strategies.

Estimado(a) estudiante, una vez resuelta su evaluacin a distancia en el


documento impreso (borrador), acceda al Entorno Virtual de Aprendizaje
(EVA) en www.utpl.edu.ec e ingrese las respuestas respectivas.

SEOR ESTUDIANTE:
Le recordamos que para presentarse a rendir las
evaluaciones presenciales no est permitido el uso de
ningn material auxiliar (calculadora, diccionario, libros,
Biblia, formularios, cdigos, leyes, etc.)
Las pruebas presenciales estn diseadas para
desarrollarlas sin la utilizacin de estos materiales.

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