TEACH/TOUR CHINA: Summer 2010
Dates: 7/8/10 - 8/5/10

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

International Partnerships in Education (IPIE.US) is pleased to announce
its 2010 Summer Teaching Program in China. The program offers educators
and student education majors the rare opportunity to spend the summer in
China enhancing the conversational English skills of Chinese elementary,
middle, and high school students. This unique escorted experience
consists of an 18�day teaching program, an excursion day in
Guangzhou, and a 3-day cultural tour of Beijing, China.

PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:

* Round-trip international air transportation USA � China (Los
Angeles gateway)
* All program air and tour transportation within China
* Program orientation and on-campus support
* All program lodging, 3-star hotel or better, in China (double
occupancy)
* All meals (except on-your-own days)
* Excursion in Guangzhou, China (1-day)
* Cultural tour of Beijing, China (3-days)
* Personal tour guide
* Stipend of Chinese (RMB) 700.00

Participants will utilize their teaching expertise and experience to:
* Enhance the conversational English skills of Chinese students

Program Cost: $1,998.00
(Delegate seats filled as qualified applications are received)

Additional information is available on the IPIE.US website at
http://www.ipie.us <http://www.ipie.us>




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Greetings from KL,

On behalf of the organising comm. I wish to invite those keen on attending
our Asia-Pac Symposium on cultures and literatures in KL Nov 20-23, 2009.

Our website is http://asiatic.iiu.edu.my/asiapac2009/index.htm
Keynote speaker is Prof (Emeritus) Benedict Anderson.

Best,
Nor Faridah Abd. Manaf
International Islamic University Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur

Dear friends,

We are pleased announce the 2010 Summer Teaching Program in China. The Summer
Teaching Program in China is an approved project of the Guangdong Educational
Bureau. Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (Guangdong, China) and
International Partnerships in Education (Pennsylvania, USA) and are the
respective facilitating organizations for this program.

Our program offers US educators, and student education majors, the unique
opportunity to experience China as few foreigners have ever experienced. You
will have the opportunity to teach your own Chinese students, meet local
educators, and build friendships that will last a lifetime. The teaching program
concludes with a private 3-day cultural tour of Beijing.

For additional information:

2010 Summer Teaching Program in China: Flyer
http://ipie.us/2010/2010flyer-r.pdf

2010 Summer Teaching Program in China: Handbook
http://ipie.us/2010/2010handbook.pdf

2010 Summer Teaching Program in China: Application
http://ipie.us/2010/2010application.pdf

We wish to thank all of our 2009 teacher delegates who once again won the hearts
and minds of their Chinese students. Although the majority of the 2009 summer
English camp programs in China were cancelled last summer because of the H1N1
fears, ours was not. Working together with Guangdong University we were able to
work out a schedule that allowed the program to be held while also protecting
the health of the students. We are very grateful for everyone's flexibility an
efforts as we worked towards this satisfactory solution.

We hope that you will consider joining us in 2010.

As always, we appreciate your continued support for our programs.
Best regards,
John

John Evans McBride, President
International Partnerships in Education
http://www.ipie.us

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Recent Twitter Updates features definitions, examples and links.

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I had some problems with the survey and stopped.


Dr. Richard G. and Ruth B. Juve, E-Mail juverandr&hotmail.com
P.O. Box 1134, 23 Wall Street, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253, USA, Phone,
603-279-5643








To: Forums_TESOLTeachers@yahoogroups.com
From: teacherbettie@...
Date: Sat, 25 Apr 2009 16:33:39 +0000
Subject: [TESOLTeachers.org] Re: English Teaching and Training in China







There is a problem in the survey or it may be a yahoo problem or my
computer problem. It may have been sick and gotten well by now. I may
try it again later.bjt
--- In Forums_TESOLTeachers@yahoogroups.com, "Ken Dickson (98 is
silent)" <kendickson98@...> wrote:
>
> Having just tried to complete your survey... it would be nice if your
survey actually worked properly, and your instructions were complete and
clear.
>
> I couldn't submit one answer, and quit the process because of it. It
wouldn't compute an answer I wanted to give, despite my answer being
logically possible.
>
> Thanks.
>










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It is still working properly.
You are probably not followoing the instructions.
Every line must be answered ... including "0" answers.
Ratings from '1' to '5' need to use every number between '1' and '5' and only
once.
This will be where you are having trouble.
Don't skim. Read it carefully. More than 100 teachers have now completed this
survey.
Best wishes.
Terence



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Since the url is particular to this forum and there are only two incomplete
responses, I think I can see where Ken may be stuck.
Be sure to click on every line of every question. If your answer is 0% for any
of the options in a question, be sure to click on 0%. By not doing so, you fail
to answer the question fully and you will receive a message that alerts you to
the fact.

The other possibility is that the comparative question where you must rate
options from '1' Most to '5' 'Least', the numbers '1' to '5' must all be used
(and only once). If you don't do this, you will receive the message that your
response is incomplete.

The system is working perfectly and already more than 70 responses have been
received since yesterday. The parallel study of managers (which was longer and a
little more complex) also performed well.

Regards,
Terence Egan




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More than 70 people today disagree with you Ken.
Are you sure you're following the instructions (which are global, by the way ...
not mine).

I'll also be happy to have your thoughts on how any particular question might be
worded in a more precise manner that fits with our objectives. You may be
surprised to discover that seemingly straight-forward questions are too easily
misinterpreted and don't cover all the contingencies. They may not, in fact,
garner the information that we are looking for (which also won't be transparent
to you as a respondent).

While this survey has been reviewed by several professors several times over the
past month, your specific input will always be appreciated.

Best wishes.
Terence




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There  is a problem in the survey or it may be a yahoo problem or my
computer problem. It may have been sick and gotten well by now. I may
try it again later.bjt
--- In Forums_TESOLTeachers@yahoogroups.com, "Ken Dickson (98 is
silent)" <kendickson98@...> wrote:
>
> Having just tried to complete your survey... it would be nice if your
survey actually worked properly, and your instructions were complete and
clear.
>
> I couldn't submit one answer, and quit the process because of it. It
wouldn't compute an answer I wanted to give, despite my answer being
logically possible.
>
> Thanks.
>

More than 70 people today disagree with you Ken.
Are you sure you're following the instructions (which are global, by the way ...
not mine).

I'll also be happy to have your thoughts on how any particular question might be
worded in a more precise manner that fits with our objectives. You may be
surprised to discover that seemingly straight-forward questions are too easily
misinterpreted and don't cover all the contingencies. They may not, in fact,
garner the information that we are looking for (which also won't be transparent
to you as a respondent).

While this survey has been reviewed by several professors several times over the
past month, your specific input will always be appreciated.

Best wishes.
Terence


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Having just tried to complete your survey... it would be nice if your survey
actually worked properly, and your instructions were complete and clear.

I couldn't submit one answer, and quit the process because of it. It wouldn't
compute an answer I wanted to give, despite my answer being logically possible.

Thanks.

My colleagues and I at Central University of Finance and Economics, Beijing, are
conducting research into English Language Teaching and Training in China.

We would very much appreciate the participation of people with experience in
teaching English in China whether in an Elementary or Middle School, a
University, a commercial English language training school, training company, or
any other instructional environment.

The online survey will require between 5 and 12 minutes to complete, depending
on your experience and teaching focus. You may retain total anonymity, should
you wish.

Teachers whose experience is/was in traditional educational institutions
(Schools, Colleges and Universities) should go to:

http://www.eSurveysPro.com/Survey.aspx?id=e465c01e-9cd9-474e-8675-91926e05fd3b

Teachers and Trainers whose experience in China is/was in commercial teaching
environments should go to:

http://www.eSurveysPro.com/Survey.aspx?id=9cb064ef-6aac-4863-97bc-ab5b1c59b3f5

This is the second part of an ongoing study on Language Teaching and Training in
China, the first phase captured the broad-ranging opinions and attitudes of more
than 200 managers (HR, Training and Line managers). This current survey has been
developed around the English language training issues that these managers
identified as being most important to them.

Respondents will have the option to receive a summary of key results of both of
these surveys.

Regards,

Terence Egan

___________________________________________

Terence R. Egan
Associate Professor
Central University of Finance and Economics
Beijing, China




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Preparing For Your Student Teaching Experience (part 2)
By Frank Holes, Jr. and Dr. Peter Manute

This is the second in a series of articles designed for college
interns getting ready for their student-teaching experience. Student
teaching is the final step for most teaching programs, and having a
positive experience is vital for new teachers. This series of
articles will provide many ideas, tips, and suggestions for young
educators to make the most of the experience.

Being an intern is an interesting position to be in. The university
treats you as a student, making you jump through hoops completing
projects and meeting deadlines sometimes seeming totally irrelevant
to the internship. The school district you are working in expects you
to be a professional educator with all the secrets of innovation and
new technologies fresh from the university 'think tank'. Parents
think of you as someone who really doesn't know what they are doing
yet and don't understand why you are practicing on their kids. They
are always quick to point out their perceptions of student teachers
when a problem arises about grades or behavior.

Hopefully I will provide you with some practical information
presented in a no-nonsense form.

First and foremost, make sure all of your personal chores and plans
are in order before you begin your assignment. Once you start it is
vital to focus all of your energy and time into your placement.
Secure your housing well in advance and establish a routine of daily
tasks. Plan to arrive at school early and plan to stay late. Student
teaching is absolutely relentless; you will be exhausted after your
first day. The mental and physical strain is unbelievable. Make sure
all of your details are taken care of in advance; you don't want
anything to interfere with your teaching. Do create some time for
yourself or you will self-destruct. You need to keep your mind clear
in order to make effective teacher decisions. Plan to have some time
each day for your self - it may only be a few minutes, but it is very
important. You may think you don't need it, but all veteran teachers
will tell you differently.

Secondly, be a sponge. You are new to the profession and regardless
of how well your university has prepared you, nothing measures up to
being on your own in a classroom. When the door shuts for the first
time you will know what I am talking about. Glean as much from your
mentor and other teachers as possible, and by all means, don't come
across as an expert.

You have not paid your dues and therefore you are really not an
expert at anything. Learn from your observations and reflections;
don't be afraid to make mistakes. As you progress and you become more
effective, take risks and try different methodologies and teaching
strategies. By all means keep in close contact with your mentor and
always remember - no surprises. Ask questions before you do
something; your mentor knows the ropes and will offer excellent
advice. Make it your responsibility to learn the routines and
specifics of the district and building you are working in. Don't rely
on someone to tell you; find out on your own, take the initiative.
You can learn many things from both effective and ineffective
teachers. Unless asked, keep your opinions to yourself, being new and
having all the energy of youth will be a threat to some, so tread
lightly.

If there is any down time in your room, ask your mentor for tasks to
accomplish. Help out anywhere you can. Ask to take on something
difficult and work with your mentor to accomplish it. Save as many
artifacts as possible and use them in your professional portfolio.
Creative lesson plans and examples of student work are excellent
things to have. Ask for feedback and listen and process. Create an
open dialog with your mentor; remember that is the person who will be
called first when a district wants to know about you. Your mentor
will be able to talk about strengths and weaknesses, so what do you
want to them to say about you?

Finally, enter the internship with the idea there will be a teaching
opening that you will be qualified for in the very building you are
student teaching. Create positive relationships with staff, parents,
and students. You do that by demonstrating professional behavior.
When your internship is completed you want everyone to say - "We
would really like to have you become part of our team!" Prove to
people that you are the type of teacher that would be a perfect fit
for their district.

School districts are looking for candidates who are 'low maintenance'
teachers who can come into their buildings and have an immediate
impact. Confidence, solid work ethic, and exemplary professional
dispositions are words you want people to use to describe you. Your
internship is an excellent place to begin!

Be sure to check out our website for the FREE teacher Who-I-Want-To-
Be plan. Simply click the following link:
http://www.starteaching.com/free.htm

Interested in FREE writing activities you can print out and use
immediately in your classroom? Simply click the following link to our
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out our website:
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bi-monthly newsletter, Features for Teachers. Check out our latest
issue at:
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You can contact Frank at:
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英語文學術暨實務國際研討會
四月25-26日(星期六、日)
 
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線上註冊：四月21日止
 
 
Dear Colleagues,
 
We would like to announce that The International Conference on English Education
will be held at Shih Chien University, No. 70, Ta Chi Street, Taipei
(台北市大直街70號實踐大學) from April 25–26, 2009. 
 
This year we have 3 keynote speakers, 20 paper presentations, 2 panels and 2
workshops. The conference agenda, online registration form, the information of
transportation, accommodation, and the brief introduction of Keynote Speakers
are now available on the following website:
http://www.usc.edu.tw/college/afl/2009conference.htm
 
In order to help us prepare lunch boxes for you, please register on line by
April 21.
 
We look forward to seeing you at the conference.
 
 
Sincerely Yours,
The ICEE 2009 Organizing Committee


      
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Sujatha Ravishanker asked:
Is learner-centredness a myth or reality? I believe that learner-centredness is
just not possible for any effective learning warrants the presence of a teacher
------------

You might want to read a December 2001 article, "Student-Centered Learning: What
does it really mean?"
I was the editor of the article, which was drawn from postings to the TESL-L
list.
http://tesl-ej.org/ej19/f1.html

I initially posted a message that asked:
* What is it that constitutes student-centered versus teacher-centered
classrooms?
* Is there a difference between teacher-centered and teacher-fronted activities?
* What are the pros and cons of these types of approaches?

Karen Stanley
http://karen.stanley.people.cpcc.edu
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

Is learner-centredness a myth or reality? I believe that learner-centredness is
just not possible for any effective learning warrants the presence of a teacher


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2009 International Conference on English Education will be held on April 25-26
at Shih Chien University, Taipei, Taiwan.  The Conference Theme is English for
Specific Purposes (ESP): Through and Across Disciplines.  Welcome to submit
related abstracts.  The important dates are as follows:
Due date for abstract submission: December 15, 2008
Notification of abstract acceptance: January 15, 2009
Due date for full paper submission: March 15, 2009

We are happy to invite Dr. John Adamson, Dr. Richard Alexander, and Dr. Winnie
Cheng as our keynote speakers.  The brief introduction of the keynote speakers
is as follows:
 
Dr. John Adamson (Japan)
Title: “ELT and interdisciplinary attitudes: Insights from Asian contexts”

John Adamson received his Doctorate of Education from Leicester University
specializing in the area of inter-cultural interview communication with Thai
learners. He teaches sociolinguistics, study skills and discourse analysis at
college level, as well as Business English at company level in Japan. His
publications have focused on interview discourse, learning strategies, Teacher
Development, and Business English methodology. He has been Senior Editor of
Asian ESP Journal http://www.asian-esp-journal.com / since 2005. He is also
active in his local area of Japan running a teacher research group and
organizing workshops. He can be contacted at: johnadamson253@...

Dr. Richard Alexander (Austria)
Title: "Teaching/Learning English as an International Language for Specific
Purposes: Issues and Initiatives”    
     
Richard Alexander is Full Professor and Deputy Head of the Institute for English
Business Communication at Vienna University of Economics and Business
Administration. He was born in Leicester, England, and has an MA in modern
languages and linguistics from Cambridge University as well as a degree in
economics from the University of London. He also has qualifications in English
as a Foreign Language from the Institute of Education, London University.
Professor Alexander has held previous appointments in Trier, Osnabrück,
Marburg, Bremen, and Aachen, Germany, Birmingham, UK, Milan, Italy, and Finland,
where he has taught English as a Foreign Language, business English, and
linguistics for over twenty-five years. His main professional interests include
textbook writing. He has published widely in European journals on lexis,
phraseology, business English, and applied linguistics and he writes textbooks
for adult learners of English. His current academic
  research is concerned with the lexis and phraseology of economics and business,
the register of the economic sciences, and applied research in the learning and
teaching of business English. New International Business English with co-author
Leo Jones was published in 1996 by Cambridge University Press.

Dr. Winnie Cheng (Hong Kong)
Title: "Promoting ESP learning, teaching and research through collaboration
across disciplines and professions”

Winnie Cheng is a Professor, and the Director of the Research Centre for
Professional Communication in English, in Department of English, The Hong Kong
Polytechnic University.  Her main research interests include corpus
linguistics, phraseology, intercultural professional communication, discourse
analysis, discourse intonation and intercultural pragmatics.  Recent
publications include Intercultural Conversation (2003), A Corpus-driven Analysis
of Discourse Intonation (in press), both of which are published by John
Benjamins, and Professional Communication: Collaboration between Academics and
Practitioners (co-edited with Kong, C.C.K., in press), published by Hong Kong
University Press.


      
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Teaching Listening Skills During Class
By Frank Holes, Jr

Presentations are becoming ever more common as teachers change to
student-centered classes. These may be students or possibly guest
speakers addressing the class. Regardless of who is speaking, the
remainder of the students are comprising an audience that must be
informed of its expectations during a presentation.
We've developed a short, simple set of rules we call 'Expected
Behaviors of a Good Listener'. All of our classrooms (each subject
area) have posted these rules, and review them and utilize them
whenever a presentation is given. They are easy to teach, remember,
and monitor.

Rule 1: Look At The Speaker. This is a no-brainer. The audience is
there to watch and listen to the speaker, and attention is mandatory.

Rule 2: Keep Your Hands Still. Free hands are unable to tap pencils,
rustle paper, or drop spare change on a tile floor (one of my all-
time greatest pet-peeves).

Rule 3: Never Talk When The Speaker Is Talking. This one again seems
obvious. The audience is there to listen to the speaker, not to
listen to another member of the audience.

Rule 4: Never Distract The Speaker. This is supported by the previous
rules, but will also cover other situations. The audience should not
make faces or body gestures that detract from the speaker's ability
to present.

Rule 5: Keep Questions, Comments, And Laughter To Appropriate Times
And Levels. Students will often have questions and comments about the
presentations, and these are best posed at the end of the
presentation. There will also be instances where funny things will
happen or humor is used by the speaker. It is ok for the kids to
laugh at these times (it's ok for the teacher to laugh too). We've had
instances where puppet show stages and scenery props have fallen
over.  We've had tongue twisters gone awry. We've even had hilarious
costumes and actions by characters. These and many others will happen
as you present more often. That's ok, because these funny moments
will help students remember the information better. Just remind
students that laughter needs to be kept to an appropriate level, and
not to carry on with it. Questions and comments can also be carried
on too far. Don't let this time become an attack on the speaker
(unless you're in a debate class!)

Ok, so what do we do about a student who chooses to not follow the
expectations? We never give warnings, first of all. Once we've
covered the rules, we expect immediate compliance. Many students have
difficulty getting up in front of class without someone 'stealing
their show' or causing them embarrassment.

Basically we take points away from that interrupter's presentation
grade. The amount of the deduction is generally up to the individual
teacher and weighted for the assignment. The first time it happens,
we take off approximately 10% of the possible points. The second time
is decreased up to 25% (we have little tolerance for disrupting a
speaker). If it happens again, the student loses all credit and is
removed from class for the remainder of the presentations.

Presentations are important for students, both as speaker and
listener. Check out our website for a free printable copy of these
rules that you can put on an overhead sheet or hand out to your
students.

http://www.starteaching.com/freebies.htm#article5

Using these simple rules (or adapting them to your class), you can
teach your students to be respectful and pay close attention during

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