Introduction+Video

**Introduction Vid**﻿**eo**



Your first assignment will be to introd﻿ucing yourself to your pen pal via video.Your video should be approximately one minute long and will detail who you are, what you find interesting, your hopes, your dreams.... -.-.-.-**The Format** Here is an example of an Pen Pal Introduction Video: -.-.-.-.-.-.- __**What You Need To Include In Your Video** __ **What Do I Say to My Pen Pal?** You have so many things you could use to introduce yourself. This is a long list; you will want to choose only several of these to talk about. 1. Say who you are.2. Let your pen pal know your hobbies and interests. This opens the gates to communication and lets them see if you have similar interests.3. Say your age and your birthday.4. Tell how many brothers and sisters you have (their names and how old they are).5. Explain something positively great about being in twelfth/eighth grade.6. Describe your favorite foods.7. What type of music do you like listening to? What bands/artists do you listen to?8. Which sports do you play? How long have you been playing sports?9. Are you involved in any organizations outside of school (for example: sports, scouting, religious organization)?10. What was your favorite assignment that you've done this year? Why?11. Describe your family. Do you have a humorous moment that you can share?12. Did you just move here this year? If so, how is Pequea different than your last town?13. Have you been Student of the Week or Student of the Month? Have you received any other special awards?14. What is something that interests you? (examples: football, going to the beach, dinosaurs, scuba diving, etc.)15. What is your favorite sports team and player(s)?16. What are a few of your favorite video games?17. Where have you traveled? Which states? Which countries? Explain what you liked about your travel experience.18. Which subjects are your best in school? Why?19. If you could try anything new, what would it be?20. Mention anything that you have read or written about in class.21. Do you collect items? If so, what items are in your collection? How long have you been building your collection? = = **Tips for Making the Best Connection** **Be specific! **Don't say, "I like to read." Rather, you should explain, "I read a lot of science fiction novels and my favorite book series is // Harry Potter // . In fact, I can't wait for the movie to come out this summer!" **Don't be rude, dude! **Never, never, never demand your pen pal write/video you back. Manners are everything in continuing good communication! :)**No need to offend!**It can be exciting to have a length discussion about an issue. However, make sure not to pick a topic that will offend your pen pal. Sensitive topics include politics and religion. It is best to start a pen pal relationship with a couple of introductory discussions before jumping into discussion.
 * 1) ﻿Say your name and age.
 * 2) Choose at least four things to discuss from the list below, "What do I Say to My Pen Pal?".
 * 3) <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 16px; line-height: 23px; text-align: left;">﻿Ask your partner at least one [|Open-Ended Questions.pdf].
 * 4) <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 16px; line-height: 23px; text-align: left;">﻿Close by saying goodbye, ciao, or ta-ta-for-now!
 * 5) <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 16px; line-height: 23px; text-align: left;">﻿Use this [|Introduction Organizer.doc] to help you speak for the video. -.-.-.-.-.-.-.-