Saturday, March 22, 2008

ENCOURAGE YOUR STUDENTS TO TEACH!

Giving homework, asking question, and giving examination are not enough to prove that your students can "use" their English. Now, it's time to challenge your students to make unusual presentation: teach their classmates!
SPEC has been practicing this "theory". Senior members (2nd grade) lead their juniors to play some games. No matter even just games. But, the most important thing is, that the commands always in English. They say "Let's play a game named.... . Please, make groups. Each group consists of.... person." They also explain the rule, guide the members, and announce the result in English. Besides handling games, sometimes they deliver material such as genre too (narrative, procedure, etc.) using Microsoft Power Point. But, of course, before they present their ability, one or two days before, the advisor or the instructor of SPEC teach them about "How to instruct" and give them the materials that should be delivered. They are prepared well by the advisor or the instructor so that they can lead their juniors well. Is it quite inspiring you?

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