Step 1: Typing Practice
Typing.com Account Set-Up and Practice
If you were absent previous weeks, please register for a free typing account. Make sure you write down your username and your password in your notebook.
If you were here last week, please sign in to your online typing account.
Step 2: Lesson 1: Finding Reliable Information Online
Finding Reliable Information Online
What Makes Information Reliable?
When doing research online, it’s important to know that not everything we read on the internet is true. Just like we wouldn’t believe everything a stranger tells us, we shouldn’t believe everything we read online. Here’s how to find information you can trust!
The FACTS Method
Remember the word FACTS to help you check if information is reliable:
F – Find the author
- Who wrote this?
- Is the author an expert?
- Can you find information about them?
A – Age of information
- When was this written?
- Is it up to date?
- Has anything changed since then?
C – Check the website
- Is it from a trusted site (.edu, .gov, .org)?
- Does the website look professional?
- Are there lots of ads or pop-ups?
T – Think about other sources
- Can you find the same information on other websites?
- Do other trusted sources say the same thing?
- Ask your teacher or librarian if you’re unsure
S – Spot mistakes
- Are there spelling or grammar errors?
- Do the facts match what you already know?
- Does anything seem too good to be true?
Practice Activity
When you find information online, ask yourself these questions:
- Who wrote this?
- When was it written?
- What website is it from?
- Can I find this information somewhere else?
- Does it seem correct?
Remember!
- Not everything online is true
- Take your time to check sources
- Ask for help when you need it
- Use multiple sources
- Trust your instincts – if something seems wrong, it probably is.
Step 3: Lesson 1: Article – https://vesl.us/blog/2025/02/24/navigating-the-web-finding-reliable-information-online/
Step 4: Lesson 1: Activity
Step 5: Lesson 2: Learning English with YouTube: A Student’s Guide
Learning English with YouTube: A Student’s Guide
Why YouTube is Helpful for Learning English
YouTube is like having thousands of English teachers right at your fingertips! It’s a fantastic tool that can help you improve your English skills in many fun ways. Let’s explore how YouTube can help you become better at speaking and understanding English.
Watching English Videos
- Educational channels made just for English learners
- Fun cartoons and kids’ shows in English
- Music videos with English lyrics
- How-to videos about your favorite hobbies
Benefits of Learning English on YouTube
- Real People Speaking: You can hear how native English speakers really talk
- Learn at Your Own Speed: Pause, rewind, and watch again when you need to
- Subtitles Help: Turn on closed captions to read along while listening
- Free and Easy: Watch anywhere, anytime, on any device
Fun Ways to Practice with YouTube
- Watch videos about topics you love
- Sing along with English songs
- Copy what speakers say to practice pronunciation
- Watch the same video multiple times to understand better
Practice Activities
- Watch a short video and write down new words
- Try to explain what happened in the video to someone else
- Practice speaking along with the video
- Draw pictures of new vocabulary words you learn
Remember: YouTube is just one tool to help you learn English.
Step 6: Lesson 2: Article – https://vesl.us/blog/2025/02/24/mastering-english-with-youtube-a-students-guide/
Step 7: Lesson 2: Activity
Step 8: Week 4 Assessment Review
- What does the acronym FACTS stand for, and why is it important when finding reliable information online?
- According to the text, how can knowing the author help you determine if information is trustworthy?
- Why is it important to check the age of the information? Can you give an example from the text?
- What types of websites are considered trusted sources? List at least two types mentioned in the text.
- How can you confirm if the information you found is available on other websites?
- What should you do if you notice spelling or grammar mistakes in the information you read?
- Why might it be helpful to ask a teacher or librarian for help when you are unsure about information?
- How does YouTube help you learn English according to the text? Mention at least two benefits.
- What are some fun ways to practice English using YouTube as suggested in the text?
- Why is it important to use multiple sources when researching online?
Answer Key:
- FACTS stands for Find the author, Age of information, Check the website, Think about other sources, and Spot mistakes. It’s important to help determine if information is reliable.
- Knowing the author can help because if the author is an expert, the information is more likely to be trustworthy.
- It is important to check the age of the information because things can change over time. An example could be that older information might be outdated.
- Trusted sources include .edu, .gov, and .org websites.
- You can confirm if the information is available on other websites by checking if other trusted sources say the same thing.
- If you notice spelling or grammar mistakes, it could indicate that the information is not reliable, and you should double-check it.
- Asking a teacher or librarian can help because they can provide guidance on finding accurate information.
- YouTube helps learn English by providing real people speaking and allowing learners to go at their own speed.
- Fun ways to practice include watching videos about topics you love, singing along with songs, and copying what speakers say.
- It’s important to use multiple sources to ensure the information is correct and reliable.
Step 9: Week 4 Video Review and Assessment
Step 10: Typing Practice
Typing Practice: Please sign in to your online typing account.
About the Author
