My ESL students had just finished a study unit titled "How did you do that?" where they learned all about how to give good instructions. The grammar unit attached to this was based on verb recognition and how to write imperative sentence.
The assignment:
To choose an activity they are already familiar with and write their class mates instructions on how to do it. This was followed by presentations.
I got all sorts of interesting ideas like magic tricks (one of which was more of a comedy skit), making a hotdog, frying eggs (where the pan was heated on the stove top for 5 minutes... just to make sure) and lots of origami!
Presentations were great! From videos to power points to demonstrations. All students performed well.
The best part was: the three students who gave origami instructions then combined their three creations to make a team project. By the end of class each of us left with a paper chinese hat, worn by a paper penguin who was sailing in a paper boat.
It was great!! And loads of fun for everyone involved!
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Who I am...
Hello cyber space!!
I’ve been trying to figure out how to start this blog as I have no prior experience writing one. I guess the best way is by writing an introduction.
I am a middle school ESL teacher. I’ve only been teaching for two years, which isn’t much experience really, but I’ve been learning a lot especially from my students. I’ve decided to start this blog to share my experiences with others. To reflect on my teaching, get advise and just have a laugh at what goes on in the classroom. I will try my very best to post something on a daily basis. Posts may range from anything from work covered in class to bizarre conversations between student and teacher (which happen quite often). Let’s just say that I teach a small group of very interesting, very lovable kids.
Any names that may be used in anecdotes and recounts will be changed or completely omitted. Also, the name and location of the school in which I teach will not be disclosed.
This is my journey…
I’ve been trying to figure out how to start this blog as I have no prior experience writing one. I guess the best way is by writing an introduction.
I am a middle school ESL teacher. I’ve only been teaching for two years, which isn’t much experience really, but I’ve been learning a lot especially from my students. I’ve decided to start this blog to share my experiences with others. To reflect on my teaching, get advise and just have a laugh at what goes on in the classroom. I will try my very best to post something on a daily basis. Posts may range from anything from work covered in class to bizarre conversations between student and teacher (which happen quite often). Let’s just say that I teach a small group of very interesting, very lovable kids.
Any names that may be used in anecdotes and recounts will be changed or completely omitted. Also, the name and location of the school in which I teach will not be disclosed.
This is my journey…
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