Keys to Success in Teaching English to Young Learners
English education is increasingly beginning at the primary level, but starting earlier does not necessarily produce better English speakers. This seminar shows how EFL teachers can take advantage of the flexibility of young minds and the malleability of young tongues to grow better speakers of English. The presenter will explain the keys to success for teaching young learners English as an international language that includes taking a developmentally appropriate approach and building 21st century skills to prepare children for the world they live in.
Presented by:
Dr. Joan Kang Shin
Dr. Joan Kang Shin is an Associate Professor of Education at George Mason University and the Academic Program Coordinator of the Teaching Culturally & Linguistically Diverse & Exceptional Learners (TCLDEL) program. Dr. Shin specializes in teaching ESL/EFL to young learners and teenagers and has provided professional development programs and workshops to EFL teachers in over 100 countries around the world. She is a Series Editor of National Geographic Learning’s young learner programs Welcome to Our World, Our World, and Explore Our World, as well as the teen program Impact, and an author of the professional development title Teaching Young Learners English.
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Our World Readers: Bringing Storytelling into the Young Learner Classroom
Storytelling not only helps children develop a constructive and creative comprehension, but also enables them to identify with characters and situations in stories that relate to their own experiences. Through storytelling, children become active participants in their learning as they immerse themselves in the plots, in turn boosting self-confidence and esteem. This workshop will explore ideas for and benefits of storytelling with young learners using the Our World Readers, National Geographic Learning’s six-level series of original stories, folktales, myths, and non-fiction from around the globe.
Presented by:
Anna Hasper
Anna Hasper is a teacher, trainer and English Language Teaching consultant based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. She has been working in the ELT industry for over 13 years and has worked on projects for the British Council, International House, Ministries of Education, private schools, education providers and publishers in primary, secondary and vocational contexts. She loves to travel and has worked in a variety of countries such as China, Jordan, Iran, Uganda, and Armenia. She currently writes and trains teachers for publishers and delivers Cambridge accredited teacher training courses (TKT, CELTA, YL Ex & Delta Module 3) around the world.
Close-Up Second Edition: A Product Introduction
With a new component array and strong digital support, the new edition of Close-up has been fully updated to be in line with the new First for Schools 2015 specifications. Close-up is still as interesting, topical and up to date as ever with spectacular National Geographic photography and facts that have been carefully selected to appeal to the inquisitive minds of young teenagers. This presentation will examine the course and the new features to help you teach it to your students.
Presented by:
Kayleigh Buller
Commissioning Editor for Europe, ELT, National Geographic Learning
I'm not a kid anymore! : Choosing appropriate authentic material for teenagers and young adults
Teenage learners need relevant input that inspires, educates and motivates. Rather than learning about the pets of the rich and famous or an imaginary group of friends wouldn't it be more stimulating to learn about the cultures and peoples around the world. Not only are these topics inspirational and perspective-changing but they deliver English in a context that is more relevant, interesting and motivating to teenage learners of the 21st Century.
Presented by:
Charlotte Ellis
Strategic Marketing Manager, National Geographic Learning
Achieving Successful Learning Outcomes
In this webinar, we'll be introducing the second edition of OUTCOMES, the General English series from National Geographic. We'll look at the ways in which the series aims to develop your students speaking, listening and vocabulary, and how its fresh approach to grammar should delight even the most jaded teachers! Underpinning these innovations is a commitment to exploring and unpacking the kinds of conversations and texts students want and need to produce - and an emphasis on natural-sounding examples.
Presented by:
Hugh Dellar
Hugh grew up on the south coast of England and in South London and graduated in English Literature from Goldsmith’s College, part of the University of London, in 1991. He completed his DELTA and then an MA TESOL in London and moved soon afterwards into coursebook writing. As well as the series Outcomes, now in its second edition, Hugh co-wrote the series Innovations, which was shortlisted for the ELTons and the ESU Duke of Edinburgh award. He is currently working with National Geographic Learning on a secondary course Perspectives, which features TED talks.
Keynote and TED: An Introduction to the Partnership
TED is a non-profit organization devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks. TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics in more than 100 languages. TED speakers range from celebrities, to include scientists, philosophers, musicians, religious leaders, philanthropists and many others.
eynote is the new series from National Geographic Learning in partnership with TED. Through life-changing stories, respected thinkers and authentic presentations, Keynote promotes a deeper understanding of the world and gives students the courage and means to express themselves in English. Communication, collaboration and creative thinking drive students towards real 21st century outcomes and encourage them to respond to ideas and find their own voice. This talk will introduce TED and Keynote, and the benefits of using it in your classroom.
Presented by:
Victoria Taylor
Product Marketing Manager, National Geographic Learning