1. Grade 2 Music Class Parent’s Day 2016 Rob Phelps & Jenny Pan

2. From South Africa Graduated with an English Literature Degree & a Master’s degree in TESOL. Earned a CELTA (Certificate of Language Teaching to Adults) from the University of Cambridge Third year at Guangren

3. Earned TEFL Certification from Columbia International University. Currently completing a Master’s degree from University College London, Institute of Education in TESOL Third year at Guangren.

4. - Oxford Phonics World 3 - Supplementary Worksheets - Family and Friends 2 -Reading books

5. In the classroom Fall 2016

6.  Students will regularly practice syntax and grammar in order to express themselves more clearly using well constructed sentences  Nurture students to become independent English readers and learners in the future  Maximize opportunities for students to listen to and speak English

7. Students will have a great deal of opportunity to speak English. By sitting in small groups students will engage with each other in English in such a way that will help them to improve together. Picture association and physical response will help to develop positive language learning habits. A friendly, conversation based class atmosphere will ease the stress students feel engaging a new language.

8. Making mistakes during class will not be penalized and is encouraged. WWe are focusing on listening and speaking Effort 20% Class Participation 20% Worksheet/homework 10% Exams 50%

9. A++ 98% A+ 96% A 93% A- 90% B+ 85% B 80% B- 75% C+ 70% C 65% C- 60% D- <60

10. Building positive habits is beneficial to acquiring and retaining a new language. By treating English as a source of fun or entertainment students may develop their listening and speaking skills. This can be achieved with English books they enjoy reading, television, movies or even video games during leisure time. Encourage students to share what they have learned about in class.

11. Family and Friends 2: CDs Review supplementary worksheets and encourage corrections