Korean Job Discussion Forums

[Kim Jong Jordan]

I was just informed 10 minutes ago that I have to teach teachers at my school, 4 groups twice a week each (two different lessons a week) totalling 8 hours a week, no problem. I was told though that the vice-principal wants a year-plan for these classes ASAP, asap meaning before I start these classes (TOMORROW!). I was never told any of this until now so I have prepared nothing, zilch, and I have absolutely NO materials to work with. I'm supposed to magically come up with all of this in the two free hours I have today. Methinks I should purchase a book or two in order to help me with my plan, something to offer guidance.

What books have you guys and gals used in your experiences teaching teachers? These will be adults who aren't English teachers who have varying levels of English ability. Does anyone have any recommendations for me?

I did a scan of the Compass Media website and saw one book titled "Everyday Survival English" and it had a decent premise but I got the impression that it was better suited for self-study as there were a ton of illustrations and the like. That's all I've come with so far.

Anyone?

[boss penguin]

Hey, after reading your post I discovered that I'm in a similar boat... They also want me to design an English class for the Korean English teachers, and the Principal as well...
The best thing I can say to you if they expect a year long plan, is to keep it ultra-general, and basic.. Focus on the four major parts of language learning, speaking, reading, listening, writing.. then expand on these topics. Get into vocabulary, pronunciation, conversation, idioms, and grammar. Spend a class on each subject

[ucfvgirl]

I use the book " A Conversation Book 1- English in Everyday Life". It is written by Tina Kasloff Carver and Sandra Douglas Fotinos. It is divided into sections like: Welcome to Class, Home, Everyday Life, Calendar, Food, Shopping, Community, etc. And what's even better is you can buy the teacher's guide to use along side the textbook. It's great. I am a teacher back in Canada and whenever I can find a teacher's guide, I am happy.

Not sure where you are located but you should be able to find this book at CoEx shopping mall in Brand and Lundi (???) bookstore. It's a bit pricey, but I say it's worth it.

(The book is red and white). Hope this helps.

[kat2]

I have a class o teachers too. Their level varies from low beginner to high inermediate/low advanced. Its a nightmare really. I use Gateways 1. Its a pretty good book and gives a good jumping off point. I usually plan a lesson, then go to class and see who showed up (as its always different people). Then I replan my lesson on the fly for the students levels. Good Luck!

[rawiri]

I had them for the first month of my contract, it was a pain as different people would show up each class, half of them coerced with no real desire to learn but having to show their faces. After a while i got sick of all the fluffing around so started being as controversial as possible, hushing the vice principal and putting into effect my no korean speaking in my class room rule. after a week of this the classes were canceled.

[butlerian]

Jazz English 1 and 2 are good for conversation and vocab - "almost free talking". If you want something a bit more technical, the Interchange series is doable.