Can someone pls. help me with a curriculum for a 2 week ESL summer camp for Junior High Schoolers in Korea?
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I would bring some age-appropriate materials to give them a sense of how our language mixes with our culture.\n\nSomething like a menu from McDonald's or KFC would be ideal as they are most likely well aware of may items on the menu in their own language.\n\nYou could also introduce them to some American summer camp ideas like different camp foods, games and classic sing-along songs.\n\nThe key is to engage them as directly as possible and encourage them to interact utilizing the language as much as possible.\n\nIn terms of "what" you should teach, I think it is prudent to see where they are coming form.  Many of them may already have a basic understanding of English.  Context may be the issue there.  If they are staring with NO vocabulary, start with the conversational basics.
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try http://www.yourdictionary.com/ there should be a Finish learning program there. I have used thet site to get to a japanesse learning program...
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I used to teach Koreans the English language. What I have noticed with them is that they're pretty okay with writing, the grammar and sentence structures, even the words are correctly used. But it's a different story when they actually try to speak English. My suggestion is that don't focus too much on the grammar. Having good grammar is great, but you won't always have a perfect one. Try to express yourself more using this language, if you can talk about your interests or other people's interest in your conversations. Listen very well too. I suggest also that you get a cassette tape and record conversations, then listen to it after a while, try to find out the things that are wrong and the things that are right. Learning a language will take a while, so just don't be too hard on yourself, language is about expression and communication so use English to its advantage and do not be bounded by the technicality of the grammar, it's helpful as well if you'll have a list of new words everyday and use them as much as possible.. That's all..
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Here are some ideas.  And you could modify them based on your time limit and the grade level.  Best of luck.\n\nhttp://teacher.scholastic.com/lessonrepro/lessonplans/profbooks/spotlitestrongverbs.pdf\n\nhttp://teacher.scholastic.com/lessonrepro/lessonplans/profbooks/adverbcharades.pdf\n\nhttp://teacher.scholastic.com/lessonrepro/reproducibles/profbooks/predicates.pdf
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Use graphic organizers to help you.  You can create a KWL chart.  You divide a piece of paper into 3 sections.  At the top of each column you write K  (what you KNOW)  W (what you WANT to learn) and L  (what your LEARNED).  This of course is if you are reading an expository text.\nIf you are want to do an organized retell of a story try reciprocal teaching.  You can check my explanation of reciprocal teaching in the following link.  http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AsorCAyXs_lbpOpc2uXPkqDsy6IX?qid=1006021303860\n\nIt gets the students going and thinking about the text\nYou can also try TEXT CODING\nAs the students read you have different post-it notes they can use.  Each post it has the following symbols\n! = WOW, I like this part of the story\n? = I don't understand what happened or this word\n* = this reminds me of.....\nYou can even make up your own\nHope this helps :)
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I taught 5th grade a few yrs ago. I liked using their literature stories and have the students pick a character and write the story from a different perspective. You can also allow them to write about their hobby,how would someone describe you if they came into your room and didn't know you?What will you be involved in in high school? What is your goal for 30 yrs of age? Write about fav sportsman. Who is their hero? What is a hero? Feelings about America? I once did a story on a bag of marshmallows and they wrote from the marshmallows veiw. It was a good topic. You can use everyday objects and lay one on each desk. Recently I had my grandkids write a story about 3 items that I picked for them. The items had nothing in common but they wrote great stories. They also made a story plan by filling out a form with the characters,problem,2 paragraphs about how to solve the problem,how it was solved, and wraping up in the last paragragh. The next time I let them pick the items but it took them forever to get them. I think they were trying to think up a story while looking for the items. I was actually working with one grandson who was behind in reading due to ADHD( Delux!). He learned some from the new ideas I found for him and it was nice that the others of about the same age wrote with him.PBS.com is where I got some of my ideas(games,worksheets,books) to help him this summer so he got caught up. "Mrs.McGowen Lots About Reading" in the PBS site is a great source and has many ideas on all subjects. Best wishes! I miss teaching but have my hands full with grandkids!
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I have a few ideas that I think would be good possibilities for you.\n\nFor instance, many ESL students graduate with good reading and writing skills but their listening and speaking skills are not good enough for effective verbal communication with native English speakers.\n\nMy company has developed a unique line of English pronunciation software programs that can help ESL students fully develop their English listening and speaking skills.  \n\nMore and more schools are incorporating accent reduction classes as part of their offerings.  In fact the TOEFL has just changed to add a speaking section.  \n\nI would love to discuss this with you.  My company would also be happy to help you conduct a study that incorporated English pronunciation software.  You can contact me through the contact information on my website (www.AccentMaster.com).\n\nSteve Bo
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Check out the internet.  Lots of jobs to be had on Dave's ESL Cafe.  I'm teaching in Korea right now and recommend it.  The pay is a little better than in China and I think we get more holidays here too.
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How about this website;\n\nwww.curriculumonline.gov.uk \n\nIt's got lots of resources for teacher's planning.
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There is a distance learning course at the University of Florida that teaches how to teach small groups ESL.\n\nI have included the link below.
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The more time you can dedicate to learning, the better. Berlitz is a great place to go, though expensive, I think.\n\nA lot of communities offer free ESL classes. Take one if you can. Watch DVDs and videos repeatedly. Read the newspaper, which is written at about a 5th grade level (NY Times is probably a high school level.) While reading seems like a bookish way to go, it does help a lot. Many studies show this. \n\nThe biggest thing for success is not to worry about making mistakes. Most learners who don't care about looking foolish when speaking in English and who seek out lots of opportunities to use the language have the greatest success.\n\nNever give up!
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There are many many many sites available on the net for us English teachers.  What I usually do when I'm searching for activities is google with the term "ESL" and then some other descriptive term that fits what I'm looking for. \n\nFor example, if I'm looking for a site that has a game that teaches my beginning-level ESL class about how to tell time, I might search on "beginning ESL time".  Believe me, you will find lots of sites that way!\n\nI'm also including the link to Dave's ESL Cafe, a well-known site of the type you're looking for.
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ESL is English as a Second Language.  At the age of 3-5, which is Preschool age, I would think there is no need of an ESL curriculum.  Preschool teaches the basics of the English Language already.  The only thing I would strongly recommend is that you speak to them strictly in proper English.  At first, they will just look at you with a blank face, but eventually, they will see how the other English speaking kids are following your specific instructions.  Then they will learn to associate certain instructions with certain behaviours and  then start to make connections between the words and its meanings.  Don't be surprised if the quiet non-English speaking students starts to tell you long detailed stories in English by the end of the year.  Children at this age absorb literally like a sponge and it will be a fun and successful experience by the end of Preschool.  I guarantee it!\nGood Luck! And my salutes to all teachers!
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Here's a trick that worked for one person I know: she came to the U.S. and couldn't work legally, but in his case, this would be even easier.  She volunteered in my aunt's ESL classroom as an aide.  Over time, she even got paid to do lunch supervision.  In her case, she was an art teacher in Mexico, so it was a natural fit, but he might also have a chance to volunteer somewhere where English is spoken regularly (maybe via your church or even a classroom) and he can help out by helping the kids who are also learning English and still hear English and practice using it, himself.  Places like schools are non-intimidating (the kids don't care how you speak it!) and often teachers are glad of the extra help.  With school coming to a close for the summer, maybe there are summer school classes or vacation church school classes that need some help?  If not in a classroom, maybe there are other areas where there is a mix of native and non-native speakers that he could volunteer.\n\nAsk around.  A lot of people love getting some help, and he could be "immersed" in English without having to pay!  Good luck.
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try:\n\nhttp://ed-web3.educ.msu.edu/ysi/Kids/FAQ/askexperts2.htm\n\nand \n\nhttp://buddhist.uchicago.edu/med.html
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Try this:   http://www.dickblick.com\n\nThen click on "lesson plans" at the bottom right side of that page.  I'm not sure how helpful this will be...but good luck!  :)
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As an ESL teacher I would recommend that your friend does not rely on someone else to help with his papers - the university that I work for regards this as plagerism.  But I suppose he could try a local library as they sometimes have free conversation classes for foreign students.  He should also talk to his teacher to find out where his problem areas are. good luck.