What?
A 5-workshop series covering strategies for reaching,
teaching and challenging English Language Learners to succeed.
Who should attend?
Those currently serving or interested in serving
Portland’s international communities through teaching or tutoring:
Public
School Teachers, Volunteer Tutors to Refugees, Student Mentors, and those
considering teaching overseas.
When?
Tuesday
evenings 6 – 8 p.m. April 29 – May 27
What will be covered?
Week 1 –
Where do I start?
Assessing learners’ primary needs
Week 2 –
How do I bridge the gap? (part 1)
Working with limited proficiency
learners of English
Week 3 –
How do I bridge the gap? (Part 2)Cross-cultural
communication strategies
Week 4 –
Learning styles-Teaching styles--
Recognizing learning preferences in yourself and your students
Week 5 –
What should I do?
Techniques in teaching English
language learners
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