TASK 2.

About Me

STUDENTS’ NAME:
Maria Jose Villeros Marciales

English B1
Group number:154

Tutor:
Juan David Mona Guio

UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL ABIERTA Y A DISTANCIA

UNAD
2024
 INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY

STEP 1 CONTENT REVIEW

• Recording Production:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V0raiSF2vq1POQGppD3-
Ii7sWb9Aqg47/view?usp=drive_link

• Picture with artificial intelligence tool:

Panic set in as I ran inside to look for him.

STEP 2 - READING ACTIVITY

“A Green Journey”
According to the text, answer the following questions.
• Why does Lisa believe that education is essential for making a change
towards sustainability? Explain it.
R// In the text, Lisa believes that education is essential to achieving change towards
sustainability because she understands that awareness and knowledge are
fundamental drivers of behavioral change. By learning about sustainable living
practices and the environmental impacts of your actions, you will be able to make
informed decisions and adopt greener habits. This allows you to take concrete steps
to reduce your ecological footprint and inspire others to do the same. Ultimately,
education allows people like Lisa the understanding and motivation needed to actively
contribute to a more sustainable future.
 • Have you ever been a backpacker? How this traveling style contribute
to take care the environment in your region? Mention 3 contributions.
R//I have not been a backpacker, but this style of travel can help take care of the
environment in several ways:
a. Reduced carbon footprint: Backpackers often use public transportation, walking
or cycling instead of driving, thereby reducing their carbon emissions associated with
travel.
b. Minimal waste generation: Backpackers tend to travel light and consume fewer
resources compared to tourists staying in hotels, resulting in less waste generation
and a lower environmental impact.
c. Supporting local economies and conservation efforts: Backpackers often
choose affordable accommodations and support local businesses, directly contributing
to the economic well-being of communities while promoting sustainable tourism
practices that prioritize conservation and conservation. environmental Protection.

• What kind of changes have you adopted at home to have a greener

future? Describe 2 of them.
R//In my household, we have adopted several changes to promote a greener and
more sustainable lifestyle. Two of these changes include the implementation of the
use of LED light bulbs and the reduction of water consumption.
Firstly, we have replaced all conventional light bulbs with LED bulbs throughout the
house. LED bulbs are more energy efficient and last much longer than traditional
bulbs, allowing us to significantly reduce our electrical energy consumption. This
change not only helps us save money on our electricity bills, but it also reduces our
carbon footprint by decreasing the amount of energy we consume.
Secondly, we have implemented measures to reduce our water consumption. This
includes installing water-saving devices on faucets and showers, as well as repairing
any water leaks in our home. Additionally, we have adopted more conscious habits,
such as turning off the tap while brushing our teeth or washing dishes, and collecting
rainwater to water our plants instead of using drinking water. These actions help us
conserve a vital resource and reduce our water footprint, thus contributing to a more
sustainable and green future.
2.3 FORUM INTERACTION EVIDENCE
 STEP 3 - WRITING ACTIVITY
3.1 ABOUT ME MAGAZINE EVIDENCE

BE YOU VOCABULARY ARTICLE

• high school When I was in high school, I used to be quite shy, but I
• Timid loved reading and writing stories. At home I dressed
• Reading comfortably, but at school I had to wear a uniform. Despite
• Writing my shyness, I enjoyed talking and making friends, I liked
• Stories being surrounded by many people. Interestingly, I didn't
• Colorful like many fruits, especially mangoes, but I did love
• Comfortable vegetables. In my free time I liked to watch romantic
• school movies and listen to different musical genres. I was often
uniform late to class, and I wasn't a big fan of doing my hair, but
• happy at that time I did care more about my appearance,
• making experimenting a little with makeup. Although I felt insecure
friends about my weight, high school was mostly fun, with some
• fruit young romances and great friendships that made it worth
• mangoes it.
• vegetables Definitely, my time in high school was full of ups and
• romantic downs, but also unforgettable moments and valuable life
movies lessons. Despite the difficulties, those years helped me
• lateness forge my identity and consolidate friendships that have
• youth lasted over time, always reminding me of the importance
romances of being authentic and true to oneself.
• friendships

BE VOCABULARY ARTICLE
GREEN
• plastic usage 1. If more people were to cut down on their plastic usage,
• pollution we could significantly reduce pollution in our oceans.
• oceans 2. If governments implemented stricter regulations on
• governments carbon emissions, we could mitigate the impact of
• regulations climate change.
• carbon 3. If individuals were to switch to renewable energy
emissions sources like solar or wind power, we could reduce our
• climate reliance on fossil fuels.
change 4. If communities came together to organize regular
• renewable beach clean-ups, we could preserve marine ecosystems
energy for future generations.
sources 5. If consumers made a effort to recycle and compost
• solar their waste, we could lessen the strain limited
• reduce resources.
• air pollution 6. If everyone were to adopt eco-friendly transportation
• traffic options such as cycling or using public transit, we could
congestion reduce air pollution and traffic congestion in our cities
TO BE VOCABULARY ARTICLE
LIKE...
List of questions:
1. What initially sparked your interest in environmental
conservation?
2. Could you share some of your most important
achievements or contributions to environmental
causes?
3. How do you involve your community in environmental
initiatives?
4. What are some habits or daily actions that you practice
to reduce your environmental footprint?
5. What advice would you give to people who want to have
a positive impact on the environment but don't know
where to start?

Interview script:

Interviewer: Hello and welcome! Today we have the

pleasure of speaking with Valeria Castro, a recognized
figure in our region and passionate about environmental
conservation. Thanks for being with us.
Valeria Castro: Thank you for inviting me. I'm excited to
be here.
Interviewer: What initially sparked your interest in
environmental conservation?
Valeria Castro: Growing up in this beautiful region, I
developed a deep appreciation for nature. As I became
more aware of the environmental challenges we face, I felt
compelled to take action and do my part to protect our
planet for future generations.
Interviewer: Could you share some of your most
important accomplishments or contributions to
environmental causes?
Valeria Castro: One of the projects I am most proud of is
the “Green Schools Initiative,” which aimed to implement
sustainable practices in local schools and educate students
about environmental conservation. Additionally, I
participated in community tree planting events and
spearheaded campaigns to reduce plastic waste in our
area.
Interviewer: How do you involve your community in
environmental initiatives?
Valeria Castro: I often organize community clean-up
events, tree planting campaigns, and educational
workshops to raise awareness about environmental issues
and inspire others to join the cause.
Interviewer: What are some habits or daily actions that
you practice to reduce your environmental footprint?
Valeria Castro: I make a conscious effort to reduce, reuse
and recycle in my daily life. I also prioritize walking, cycling
 or using public transport whenever possible to minimize my
carbon emissions.
Interviewer: What advice would you give to people who
want to have a positive impact on the environment but
don't know where to start?
Valeria Castro: Start small and be consistent. Whether
it's reducing single-use plastics, conserving energy at
home, or supporting local environmental organizations,
every action counts. And don't be afraid to educate yourself
and others along the way.
Interviewer: Thank you very much for sharing your ideas
with us today.
Valeria Castro: It was a pleasure. Together we can make
a difference for our planet.
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STEP 4 – COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITY
FORUM INTERACTION EVIDENCE

STEP 5 – SELF ASSESSMENT

 REFERENCES

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