In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Speaking and listening are both vital skills for students learning any living language. Encourage your students to learn actively by engaging them in conversation in the classroom. Have your students converse with you and each other in German. Choose topics of conversation that your students find relatable and interesting. For example, ask your students to bring pictures of their favorite pets, and have a conversation about the pictures. Give them a prompt, such as: "Christine, deine Katze ist so su! Wie alt ist sie?" ("Christine, your cat is so cute! How old is she?"). Develop active listening skills in a fun way by having your students listen to German songs or watch films in German. Ask them questions about the song or film when you are done, and get a conversation going. The pronunciation of German may differ considerably from what your students are used to in their native language(s). Take some time to familiarize your students with how German words are pronounced, and help them with any areas that they find particularly challenging. For example, English-speaking students may need some help learning how to pronounce accented vowels such as a, o, and u. Focus on ways that the pronunciation of written sounds may differ from what your students are used to. For example, in most cases, "ch" in German is pronounced differently from the same combination of letters in English. Reading German will help your students develop a stronger grasp of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, as well as the rules of spelling and pronunciation. Reading German texts can also enhance your students' understanding of German culture. Pick reading assignments that are appropriate for your students' level of understanding. Build their comprehension skills by asking them questions about what they have read. For example, you might have your students read a short essay in German. Ask them to summarize the main point(s) of the essay in German, in their own words. If you are using a more traditional approach to teaching German, ask your students questions about grammar. For example, select a verb from the reading and ask about the tense ("Welche Zeitform ist das?"). Writing in German will help your students gain a better understanding of the mechanics of the language. It will also build their confidence in their ability to use German as an actual communication tool, as opposed to something they just passively receive and understand. Provide plenty of structure and give specific topics for your writing assignments so that your students don't feel overwhelmed. For example, you might ask them to write 3 paragraphs summarizing what they did last weekend. The best way to help your students build a rich German vocabulary is to put that vocabulary in context and encourage them to actively use it. Introduce a wide variety of vocabulary words by organizing your lessons around different themes. Come up with a list of words that you would like to use in each lesson, and reinforce the use of those words through homework assignments, in-class discussions, and repetition in later lessons. For example, doing a unit on German foods is a great way to introduce vocabulary relating to food, eating, and cooking. Have your students use their vocabulary by describing how to prepare and serve a traditional German dish, or by acting out ordering food in a German restaurant. Even if you are using an immersion-based process, your students will probably benefit from hearing some basic explanations of how German grammar works. German grammar can be difficult for non-native speakers to get used to. Talk to your students about how German grammar compares to the grammar of their native language. For example, while the forms of English nouns and adjectives vary depending on number, they do not usually change based on gender or grammatical case as German nouns and adjectives do. Take time to explain these concepts to your students.
Summary: Work on speaking and listening. Go over the basics of pronunciation. Get your students reading. Ask your students to write. Expose your students to a variety of vocabulary. Teach at least a little bit of grammar.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Remember that some products are best to avoid once they have been discontinued, depending on what type of item it is and why it was discontinued in the first place. Avoid purchasing perishable or expired food or other items with expiration dates that have passed. Doing so can be dangerous to your health. Beauty items like nail polish might not technically expire, but they do change texture and consistency over time, so buying something that has been discontinued for more than a couple of years might not be a good idea. Be sure you know why the item was taken off the market in the first place. Usually items are discontinued because they are not good sellers, but some items are taken off the market due to safety concerns. These items are often "recalled" by the manufacturer. You should be able to Google the product name and variety to find out if there is any particular reason behind its discontinuance; otherwise contact the company's customer service. In order to be sure the product will work well, in most cases you should avoid purchasing used items. For some items (like health and beauty products), used products can also carry the risk of spreading germs that carry disease. If you purchase a discontinued item in store, at a garage sale, or at a flea market, be sure to check that the product is still sealed. On websites, be sure the product description says "sealed," "factory sealed," or "unopened." If it does not specify, contact the seller before purchasing. In some cases, you can sanitize a used beauty product. This will only work for products that are solid like solid perfume, lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, and some others, but it could also change the texture or consistency of the product, so do so at your own risk. To sanitize solid perfume or lipstick, dip a cotton pad in rubbing alcohol and wipe off the entire exposed surface. To sanitize solid eyeshadow or blush, wipe off the top layer of the exposed surface with a tissue, then spritz with rubbing alcohol from a spray bottle and let air dry. If your favorite product is manufactured as "limited edition" or "limited time only," that means the manufacturer plans to discontinue it. Stocking up now will ensure that you have a stash until you can find a replacement. Some brands also announce when they plan to discontinue a product line, so subscribe to favorite brand's e-mails and follow them on Facebook and Twitter to keep abreast of changes to their product lines, stocking up when necessary.
Summary: Know what discontinued items to avoid. Always check for the factory seal. Stock up on limited edition products.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Going to a rave to dance is all about having fun and releasing stress or negative emotions. Don't get too caught up on dancing correctly because it can take away from the fun that you're having. Instead, let loose and don't be afraid to act silly or over the top. Have as much fun as you can. Realize that other people are there to have fun and probably aren't even paying attention to you if you're new at dancing. Dancing at a rave should come naturally be a fun release, not rehearsed choreography. Don't get too caught up in executing the perfect dance moves or you may overthink it and it won't be fun. Instead, try to do what comes naturally to you. If you're new to raves or feel stressed about dancing in a social situation, bring some friends with you. They will make you feel more comfortable and confident to be yourself and to have fun. You and your friends can form a circle and all dance together. Don't touch or start dancing with random strangers. Instead, make eye contact, gauge their response, and ask them if they would like to dance. If a stranger wants to dance, remember to respect their space and try to match their energy.
Summary:
Have fun and relax. Trust your intuition and don't overthink it. Bring friends to reduce your stress. Make eye contact and ask if you want to dance with someone.