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Prepare for quarterly test 〆no dictionaries 〆no language notes → complete as h/w (annotate the pdf or attach a docx file with your answers) → send back by e-mail by Friday 20230317 → time allowed: 60min (the url will be available here later) (the file will be available here later) vocab pre teach

Download onto your phone or tablet and listen carefully. www.ictnle.com login: dplyzhnik password: y24dplyzhnik ]]> xml sbook_plugins/wordlist_generated_from_xml_clog_sbook_for_sbook_session.inc 20240514 09:00-10:00 1.5 1666 tbc Writing a personal statement By the end of this session you will have studied Zoom meeting details D.Plyzhnik - Duncan Potter's Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 761 4548 2631 Passcode: 9CRp6b https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76145482631?pwd=3XKDvcA06MQ2389xwAcbRCBBdeqpML.1 ]]> 1 Writing a personal statement 20240507 20240514 pix/icons8-hand-with-pen-100_white.png https://bestpersonalstatementwriter.com/write-teaching-personal-statement/ Teacher Personal Statement Writing Guide https://www.personalstatementservice.com/blog-1/teacher-personal-statement → read the guides → write your own personal statement → paste it in a googledoc ]]> 1 Writing a personal statement 20240507 20240514 pix/icons8-hand-with-pen-100_white.png active wip edit_ol_qa edit_2columns_2qa https://bestpersonalstatementwriter.com/write-teaching-personal-statement/ Teacher Personal Statement Writing Guide https://www.personalstatementservice.com/blog-1/teacher-personal-statement → read the guides → write your own personal statement ]]> Guidelines for use of AI in writing ✓ give AI background information (e.g. copy-paste instructions from above) → prompt AI with a few questions → narrow down your questions → refine AI's suggested answer(s) (you may use suggestions) ✓ copy-paste or download into your googledoc → edit by hand (making use of your critical thinking skills) → add your own examples, anecdotes, localisation → copy-paste your google revised version into AI ✓ try having your text corrected and/or improved by AI (use built-in options: e.g. simplify, make more formal...) → prompt for improving style e.g. check language and make it more intelligible for level B2/C1 readers → refine AI's suggested answer(s) (you may use suggestions) → copy-paste or download into your googledoc for finalising ]]> Bottoms Up - JH B2 Preparing for professional mobility 1 Language & communication needs assessment wip active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Imagine you are meeting head hunters for the first time. You want their agency to help you land your dream job. What position(s) are you applying for? In which industry(ies)? project manager, software development team in cybersecurity InfoTechs (top 10 cybersecurity) ✓ big tech ✓ fintech ✓ FCMG (...) FMCG | CPG = fast-moving consumer goods, also known as consumer packaged goods (CPG), products sold quickly and at a relatively low cost fintech = portmanteau of "financial technology", refers to firms using new technology to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services. Artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data are regarded as the "ABCD" of fintech. What company(ies) will you approach? ✓ multinationals ✓ joint-ventures ✓ SME Checkpoint PowerAlta to approach = to speak to sb about sth, especially to ask them for sth or to offer to do sth SME = small and medium-sized enterprises Have you envisaged relocation? Under what conditions? ✓ may accept a lower position ✓ depends on relocation package ✓ fringe benefits to envisage = to imagine what will happen in the future fringe benefits = extra things that an employer gives you as well as your wages Have you already undertaken any steps to contact potential employers? ✓ monitoring vacancies ✓ personal request for internal promotion ✓ employee file forwarded by local personnel officer ✓ relocation ✓ interview deadlines ✓ preliminary screening to undertake = to make yourself responsible for sth and start doing it What body of knowledge/evidence have you got to support your application(s)? ✓ CV ✓ LinkedIn profile ✓ references body of sth = large amount or mass of something, especially something that has been collected, e.g. body of knowledge/evidence/opinion reference = letter written by sb who knows you, giving information about your character and abilities, especially to a new employer 2 Debriefing questions Describing strengths edit_ol_qa wip active Answer the following questions. What are your strengths? ✓ building & leading a team ✓ undertaking ambitious tasks ✓ having a strategic vision ✓ being results oriented ✓ spanning both hard & soft skills ✓ loyal to people ✓ give concrete examples → provide tangible data, statistics How well are you able to collaborate with other depts? ✓ attended training in cross-functional collaboration ✓ had to work with teams across different regions, time zones, corporate cultures... ✓ focus on scale ✓ mention any relevant training What is your most recent success story? ✓ focus on a real success with company-wide impact rather than a minor but more recent one How can you make use of your Russian experience & leverage it abroad? 〆similar limited penetration of the local market → build brand awareness to leverage = to influence people and get the results you want What is the pool of competing candidates? ✓ explain how you would be able to adapt better, faster... (based on your experience) → stress why you are a good match for this company 3 Sticky points 20230401 hw20230408 Describing weaknesses prep_ol_qa edit_ol_qa wip active Anticipate areas that a head hunter may try to use against you to destabilise you during a stress or case interview. Prepare your answers to the following sticky questions. → identify areas that may need improvement What could be your weakest points? 〆transitional period for adapting to new environment What differences in leadership will you encounter? ✓ vertical management style vs empowerment? ✓ expectations for not only analytical skills but also ability to convince What constructive feedback would your peers share about you? ✓ team player ✓ inspiring leader ✓ give an example → avoid confrontation because you should be a team player? What would be the hardest part of coming to this company? ✓ work-life balance → relocation of your family 〆coping with stressful deadlines 〆having regular performance appraisal during the probation period 〆lacking proper induction Covering letter Feedback Covering letter Feedback wip textbook ]]> Adding quantitative data for differentiation in a covering letter wip textbook 20221129_cover_letter_1st_version_avorobyova.pdf ✓ generally good material for answering questions at interview 〆reminiscent of a job description (i.e. explanation of employer expectations) rather than personal experience & achievements → need more 'punch' → give unique quantitative data to differentiate from other candidates todo → change photo 〆2-sentence long introductory paragraph → shorten for more impact → attract attention (your USP - unique selling points) ✓ work in very different companies, from start-up to multinational ✓ unique experience in distinct technical writing needs ✓ international collaboration w/ subject matter experts 〆make text closer to the product vision and so on → avoid expressions such as 'etc, and so on' which suggest you don't care or it's not important ✓ make text closer to the product vision ~~and so on~~ to mention but a few 〆dense looking paragraphs → rephrase with 3 or 5 bullet points example: 〆I like to contribute to knowledge sharing. At Kaspersky Lab, I was constantly adding to the knowledge base. During my work time, I created 23 new articles for the Documentation & Localization department.

✓ I have tangible experience in the following: • contributing to knowledge sharing. I have created 23 new articles for the Documentation & Localization department at Kaspersky Labs. • communicating with a multitude of stakeholders [skip this list if already mentioned in the CV?] (developers, QA engineers, product and project managers, system analysts, technical support engineers, editors, localization engineers). Feedback from subject matter experts from Europe & the US have helped me to improve API and SDK documentation in (some 'stunning' quantitative data).

Technical writer Customer Support - Singapore https://www.wise.jobs/role/4708400-technical-writer/ impeccable = without mistakes or faults; perfect → check if they recruit non-native speakers, or what exam levels are expected e.g. CAE (Certificate of Advanced English - Cambridge) - IELTS 95+ (= usual required level for attending an MBA) FYI Freelance technical writer - sample https://code.tutsplus.com/articles/create-a-javascript-ajax-post-request-with-and-without-jquery--cms-39195 ]]> 20240507 09:00-10:00 1.5 1666 active Writing a covering letter By the end of this session you will have studied How to Write a Cover Letter in 2022 | Beginner's Guide Read the following guidelines. Header - Input contact information Greeting the hiring manager Opening paragraph - Grab the reader’s attention with 2-3 of your top achievements Second paragraph - Explain why you’re the perfect candidate for the job Third paragraph - Explain why you’re a good match for the company Formal closing → what do you like/dislike about its format? → what techniques can you use to improve yours? https://novoresume.com/career-blog/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-guide

Zoom meeting details D.Plyzhnik - Duncan Potter's Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 761 4548 2631 Passcode: 9CRp6b https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76145482631?pwd=3XKDvcA06MQ2389xwAcbRCBBdeqpML.1 ]]> active textbook I am writing to you in order to apply for the English Teacher position. With more than 5 years of experience teaching English to students of different ages, I am confident I will be an excellent addition to your team. When it comes to my experience, I have taught a great variety of classes including children, teenagers, adults and corporate ones. In my current role, I am responsible for planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and providing feedback. I am also well-versed in using online teaching tools. I have the ability to develop lesson plans that align with the student’s needs. Aside from my teaching experience, I am good at communicating with diverse students and providing supportive learning environment. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Foreign Literature. I have done some English courses in the UK and in the USA as well. I am passionate about teaching and learning. Witnessing different approaches helps me keep my classes engaging and inspiring. Not only do I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Foreign Literature, but I've also immersed myself in English courses across the UK and the USA. My fervour for teaching and learning has been a driving force throughout my career. Having been exposed to diverse pedagogical approaches, I am adept at crafting engaging and inspiring classroom experiences. Speaking of my professional aspirations, I find it essential to improve my English skills for personal and professional growth. I would love to work with students all over the world. My experience and my knowledge have prepared me to take on the challenges of the position. I would be delighted to discuss my qualifications with you further. I look forward to your reply. Yours Sincerely, ]]> 1 Writing a personal statement 20240507 20240514 pix/icons8-hand-with-pen-100_white.png active wip edit_ol_qa edit_2columns_2qa https://bestpersonalstatementwriter.com/write-teaching-personal-statement/ Teacher Personal Statement Writing Guide https://www.personalstatementservice.com/blog-1/teacher-personal-statement → read the guides → write your own personal statement ]]> Guidelines for use of AI in writing ✓ give AI background information (e.g. copy-paste instructions from above) → prompt AI with a few questions → narrow down your questions → refine AI's suggested answer(s) (you may use suggestions) ✓ copy-paste or download into your googledoc → edit by hand (making use of your critical thinking skills) → add your own examples, anecdotes, localisation → copy-paste your google revised version into AI ✓ try having your text corrected and/or improved by AI (use built-in options: e.g. simplify, make more formal...) → prompt for improving style e.g. check language and make it more intelligible for level B2/C1 readers → refine AI's suggested answer(s) (you may use suggestions) → copy-paste or download into your googledoc for finalising ]]> 〆pompous (unduly grand in style) 〆wrong register 〆impersonal = probably refined by AI but lacking a 'more engaging' style An enthusiastic, diligent and skilled organizer and linguistics professional. I am returning to the workforce after several years parenting my two young boys. I am interested in using and further advancing my English language skills through full-time and contract work. I'm open to new opportunities and ready to learn new skills. (2) I have always had a passion for teaching. As a child, I often planted soft toys in rows and taught them different subjects. As a teenager, after attending a round table with foreign and graduate students (from Germany, France, China and other countries) as part of an “open day” at the university, I realised that I would like to connect my life with foreign languages. I believe every student deserves good teaching that helps them learn and grow. (...) (3) Teaching has always been an interest of mine that I wanted to dedicate my life to. During 11 years of school education, I have changed 4 schools where I met different teachers and, thanks to some of them, I believed in myself and decided to become an English teacher. My teachers are an example of a good, fair, honest and professional teacher that I want to become. (...) ]]> ✓ anecdote suggesting empathy ✓ personalised narrative ✓ unusual experience 〆rather simple, plain language → might be misinterpreted as not having a good enough command of English = possible non-native speaker complex of inferiority Bottoms Up - JH B2 Preparing for professional mobility 1 Language & communication needs assessment wip active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Imagine you are meeting head hunters for the first time. You want their agency to help you land your dream job. What position(s) are you applying for? In which industry(ies)? project manager, software development team in cybersecurity InfoTechs (top 10 cybersecurity) ✓ big tech ✓ fintech ✓ FCMG (...) FMCG | CPG = fast-moving consumer goods, also known as consumer packaged goods (CPG), products sold quickly and at a relatively low cost fintech = portmanteau of "financial technology", refers to firms using new technology to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services. Artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data are regarded as the "ABCD" of fintech. What company(ies) will you approach? ✓ multinationals ✓ joint-ventures ✓ SME Checkpoint PowerAlta to approach = to speak to sb about sth, especially to ask them for sth or to offer to do sth SME = small and medium-sized enterprises Have you envisaged relocation? Under what conditions? ✓ may accept a lower position ✓ depends on relocation package ✓ fringe benefits to envisage = to imagine what will happen in the future fringe benefits = extra things that an employer gives you as well as your wages Have you already undertaken any steps to contact potential employers? ✓ monitoring vacancies ✓ personal request for internal promotion ✓ employee file forwarded by local personnel officer ✓ relocation ✓ interview deadlines ✓ preliminary screening to undertake = to make yourself responsible for sth and start doing it What body of knowledge/evidence have you got to support your application(s)? ✓ CV ✓ LinkedIn profile ✓ references body of sth = large amount or mass of something, especially something that has been collected, e.g. body of knowledge/evidence/opinion reference = letter written by sb who knows you, giving information about your character and abilities, especially to a new employer 2 Debriefing questions Describing strengths edit_ol_qa wip active Answer the following questions. What are your strengths? ✓ building & leading a team ✓ undertaking ambitious tasks ✓ having a strategic vision ✓ being results oriented ✓ spanning both hard & soft skills ✓ loyal to people ✓ give concrete examples → provide tangible data, statistics How well are you able to collaborate with other depts? ✓ attended training in cross-functional collaboration ✓ had to work with teams across different regions, time zones, corporate cultures... ✓ focus on scale ✓ mention any relevant training What is your most recent success story? ✓ focus on a real success with company-wide impact rather than a minor but more recent one How can you make use of your Russian experience & leverage it abroad? 〆similar limited penetration of the local market → build brand awareness to leverage = to influence people and get the results you want What is the pool of competing candidates? ✓ explain how you would be able to adapt better, faster... (based on your experience) → stress why you are a good match for this company 3 Sticky points 20230401 hw20230408 Describing weaknesses prep_ol_qa edit_ol_qa wip active Anticipate areas that a head hunter may try to use against you to destabilise you during a stress or case interview. Prepare your answers to the following sticky questions. → identify areas that may need improvement What could be your weakest points? 〆transitional period for adapting to new environment What differences in leadership will you encounter? ✓ vertical management style vs empowerment? ✓ expectations for not only analytical skills but also ability to convince What constructive feedback would your peers share about you? ✓ team player ✓ inspiring leader ✓ give an example → avoid confrontation because you should be a team player? What would be the hardest part of coming to this company? ✓ work-life balance → relocation of your family 〆coping with stressful deadlines 〆having regular performance appraisal during the probation period 〆lacking proper induction Covering letter Feedback Covering letter Feedback wip textbook ]]> Adding quantitative data for differentiation in a covering letter wip textbook 20221129_cover_letter_1st_version_avorobyova.pdf ✓ generally good material for answering questions at interview 〆reminiscent of a job description (i.e. explanation of employer expectations) rather than personal experience & achievements → need more 'punch' → give unique quantitative data to differentiate from other candidates todo → change photo 〆2-sentence long introductory paragraph → shorten for more impact → attract attention (your USP - unique selling points) ✓ work in very different companies, from start-up to multinational ✓ unique experience in distinct technical writing needs ✓ international collaboration w/ subject matter experts 〆make text closer to the product vision and so on → avoid expressions such as 'etc, and so on' which suggest you don't care or it's not important ✓ make text closer to the product vision ~~and so on~~ to mention but a few 〆dense looking paragraphs → rephrase with 3 or 5 bullet points example: 〆I like to contribute to knowledge sharing. At Kaspersky Lab, I was constantly adding to the knowledge base. During my work time, I created 23 new articles for the Documentation & Localization department.

Technical writer Customer Support - Singapore https://www.wise.jobs/role/4708400-technical-writer/ impeccable = without mistakes or faults; perfect → check if they recruit non-native speakers, or what exam levels are expected e.g. CAE (Certificate of Advanced English - Cambridge) - IELTS 95+ (= usual required level for attending an MBA) FYI Freelance technical writer - sample https://code.tutsplus.com/articles/create-a-javascript-ajax-post-request-with-and-without-jquery--cms-39195 ]]> ingrained = that has existed for a long time and is therefore difficult to change to nurture = to care for and protect sb/sth while they are growing and developing steadfast = not changing in your attitudes or aims fervent = having or showing very strong and sincere feelings about sth tapestry /ˈtæpɪstrɪ/ = picture or pattern that is made by weaving coloured wool on to heavy fabric; the art of doing this 09:00-10:00 1.5 1666 future By the end of this session you will have studied print

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