28. Asking a professor about course assignments
Instructions for Students:
Listen carefully to the audio conversation where a student, Hannah, is asking her professor about course assignments. After listening to the conversation, answer the following objective questions based on the details discussed.
What to do with the Conversation Audio:
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- Prepare your listening space:
- Find a quiet and distraction-free area to focus fully on the audio.
- Use headphones if you need better clarity.
- Listen attentively:
- Pay close attention to the key points discussed about the assignments, deadlines, formats, and any additional requirements.
- Focus on specific details such as submission dates, resources needed, and guidelines for completion.
- Take notes if necessary:
- Note down important information, such as deadlines, assignment expectations, or professor’s recommendations.
- Answer the questions:
- After listening, read the objective questions carefully and answer them based on the information from the audio.
- Review your answers:
- Replay the audio if necessary to double-check your responses and ensure accuracy.
- Submit your answers:
- Once you are confident, submit your answers as per the instructions.
- Prepare your listening space:
Audio Script
Hannah: Hi, Professor Smith. Do you have a moment? I have a few questions about the assignment for this course.
Professor Smith: Of course, Hannah. What would you like to know?
Hannah: I’m not entirely clear on the expectations. Could you explain what we need to include in the research paper?
Professor Smith: Certainly. Your paper should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words, and it must focus on one of the topics we’ve covered in class. You’ll need to use at least three academic sources and follow APA formatting.
Hannah: Got it. Are there specific sources you’d recommend?
Professor Smith: I’d suggest starting with the university’s library database. It has a great selection of peer-reviewed journals and articles.
Hannah: That’s helpful. When is the paper due?
Professor Smith: It’s due in two weeks, on Friday, by 11:59 PM. Make sure to submit it via the online portal.
Hannah: Will you be available for questions closer to the deadline?
Professor Smith: Yes, I’ll hold extra office hours next week. If you have any questions before then, feel free to email me.
Hannah: Thank you, Professor. I appreciate the clarification.
Professor Smith: No problem, Hannah. Good luck with the paper!
Objective Questions
- What type of assignment is Hannah asking about?
a) A group project
b) A research paper
c) A presentation
d) Weekly quizzes - When is the assignment due?
a) End of the month
b) Next Monday
c) In two weeks
d) By the end of the semester - What specific requirement does the professor mention for the assignment?
a) It must include at least three sources.
b) It should be submitted as a hard copy only.
c) It requires collaboration with a classmate.
d) It must follow APA formatting. - What resource does the professor recommend Hannah use for help with the assignment?
a) The course textbook
b) Online academic journals
c) The university’s writing center
d) A study group - What does the professor suggest Hannah do if she has further questions?
a) Email him directly
b) Attend office hours
c) Ask her classmates
d) Consult the course syllabus
Answer Key
- b) A research paper
- c) In two weeks
- d) It must follow APA formatting
- c) The university’s writing center
- b) Attend office hours