Mr.Maru: Christmas is almost here Sparky!

Sparky: I know I can't wait to open presents.

Mr.Maru: Speaking of presents, we need to go Christmas shopping.

Sparky: Yes, that's important, but I want food now.

Mr.Maru: Well, regarding shopping, I think we should go to the North Mall.

Sparky: I'm hungry. Let's eat.

Mr.Maru: I don't think you are listening to me. As for food, you can wait. You are getting fat.

Sparky: I want to be like Santa Claus.

Mr.Maru: Oh, Sparky, calm down.

How do we use discourse markers to focus or link sentences? Discourse markers or sometimes called sentence connectors or just connectors. They help link sentences together, so your writing is clearer. Today we will talk about discourse markers that focus the subject.

For several years, the concept of a Personal Learning Network (PLN) has widely conquered the web. Tech-savvy educators around the world are synchronously and asynchronously joining forces and communicating.  Blogging, micro-blogging, and social networking have created a culture of "connectedness" whose insight, increasing knowledge, and experience has the potential to revolutionize the present education field.

Do you have your own PLN? If not, then it's time to get started.

What is the difference between 'anybody' and 'any body'? Or the difference between 'everybody' and 'every body'? There is a small difference between these two spellings. Let's talk about some rules and examples.

Mr. Chambers: The annual shareholders meeting is next week.  We have to talk about our presentation.

Mr. Campbell: I think the people at the meeting will want to know how the company is financially.

Mr. Chambers:  Yes I agree.  We need to get down to brass tacks.

Mr. Campbell: Alright lets present our financial figures and numbers.  We'll go back to the basics and explain our plan for the future.

Mr Chambers: Sounds good.  Let's work on our PowerPoint.

Learn how to use the business expression "Get down to brass tacks."