Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Masoud Shafiei Kingwood College Houston, Texas

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Kingwood College Intensive English Program NHMCCD Established in Fall 2001 Established in Fall 2001 Enrollment: Fall Spring Enrollment: Fall Spring Countries Represented by ESL/Int’l Students: Countries Represented by ESL/Int’l Students: Curriculum: 6 levels of grammar & writing; 6 levels of reading & vocabulary; 5 levels of listening & speaking Curriculum: 6 levels of grammar & writing; 6 levels of reading & vocabulary; 5 levels of listening & speaking Number of Full-time Faculty: 2 Number of Full-time Faculty: 2 Number of Part-time Faculty: Number of Part-time Faculty: 15-20

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Student Activities International Flags Ethnic Lunch/Dinner & Talent Show Celebrate Success Ceremony Diversity Newsletter Intercultural Student Organization Cultural Events

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program International Flags

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program ETHNIC LUNCH/DINNER & TALENT SHOW

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program ETHNIC LUNCH/DINNER & TALENT SHOW

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program ETHNIC LUNCH/DINNER & TALENT SHOW

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program ETHNIC LUNCH/DINNER & TALENT SHOW

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program ETHNIC LUNCH/DINNER & TALENT SHOW

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program ETHNIC LUNCH/DINNER & TALENT SHOW

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Celebrate Success Ceremony

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program A. Responsible and diligent: 1. does his/her assignments on time 2. is punctual 3. attends class regularly (has few absences) 4. is always prepared for class B. Curious and enthusiastic about learning: 1. asks questions in class 2. listens carefully 3. takes notes 4. participates in class discussions and activities C. Respectful: 1. respects teacher and classmates 2. respects other students’ cultures and opinions 2. respects and follows class rules and college policies Celebrate Success Ceremony

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Celebrate Success Ceremony D. Courteous: 1. helps her/his classmates 2. considers other students’ needs before her/his own 3. is happy when a classmate is successful E. Friendly: 1. has a positive attitude in class 2. is polite 3. has good relationship with teacher and other students F.Team Player: 1. participates actively in collaborative work 2. helps group members 3. allows group members to participate G.Academic Integrity: 1. demonstrates independent effort 2. follows policies regarding academic honesty

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Celebrate Success Ceremony

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Celebrate Success Ceremony

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Celebrate Success Ceremony

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Celebrate Success Ceremony

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Diversity: ESL Student Newsletter

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Diversity: ESL Student Newsletter

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Diversity: ESL Student Newsletter

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Intercultural Student Organization (ISO)

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program International Education Week

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program International Education Week

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program International Education Week

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program International Education Week

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Other Cultural Events

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Other Cultural Events

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Faculty Activities: Parties

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Faculty Activities: Workshops

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Faculty Websites

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program Sharing Community-Building Activities

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