SIT Digital Collections - Sandanona: Beyond the field- linguistic challenges for international athletes
 

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Rotch 208

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The presenter will explore what it feels like for baseball players to arrive in the US (both on and off the field). A simulation will allow participants to experience the emotions and impact of having a talent dependent upon team communication, media interaction, and the world outside the ballpark.

 
Related Files handout with M. Rivera-C. Alleres.doc (24 kB)
Handout with M. Rivera

Reference Sheet for Sandanona- C. Allers.doc (25 kB)
Reference sheet

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May 25th, 1:00 PM May 25th, 1:45 PM

Beyond the field- linguistic challenges for international athletes

Rotch 208

The presenter will explore what it feels like for baseball players to arrive in the US (both on and off the field). A simulation will allow participants to experience the emotions and impact of having a talent dependent upon team communication, media interaction, and the world outside the ballpark.