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GLOBAL WORK & SERVICE
September 19, 2008
TEACHING A FAMILY IN SPAIN
Hi Jane,
My name is Adam Mastroianni and I am (almost!) ready to embark on my teaching experience in Zaragoza, Spain. Marybeth instructed me to email you and perhaps you could send me a few ideas on teaching. The family consists of a Mother (who can basically already speak English- I think she just wants practice speaking), a Father who (I believe....has no interest in learning!...sounds like a busy man!); and two sons 11 and 13 years old who have a school level of knowledge in English. I have been in close contact with the family almost everyday, and they are extremely nice.
The two boys have interest in Tennis and Music, so I've brought some magazines/books accordingly. I also went to my local AAA dealer and got some random magazines and brochures about various locations around the US, figuring that would also be an interest topic for them to learn about (new locations and monuments). Do you have any other suggestions for children this age? Any books in particular or games you'd suggest?
I'd appreciate any help you can! I'm sorry this is last minute, as I'm leaving on Tuesday, but I hope you can send me a few quick suggestions!
Thanks a lot and have a great day,
Adam
August 21, 2008
TEACHING SUGGESTIONS FOR SPAIN
Hi,
My name is Ashley and I will be going to Spain with Geovisions in September to work with two adults in Albacete.
The adults are interested in learning all areas of the English language, mostly conversational. I have been told their current skill level is "advanced basic."
I have never taught English as a Second Language and could certainly use some advice and/or suggestions regarding teaching ideas, strategies, and activities.
Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated.
July 12, 2008
TEACHING TO A FAMILY
I would like more information on how to teach my family. The father and mother are both in their 50s and the two daughters are 20 years old. The father understands some English (enough to have conversations with me), and the mother knows little English. The daughters understand a little English as well.
We will be having formal classes everyday for one hour. We will be working on pronunciations a lot, as the father has made that request.
If you have any ideas, then that would be much appreciated!
June 10, 2008
MY EXPERIENCE IN BRAZIL
 My experience as a tutor in Brazil has been amazing. Lisane, Henrique and Mariana have been more than welcoming and made me feel very much at home. Their English skills were already at an intermediate level so I found it quite easy to communicate. Most of the time we just spent chatting about everyday things, practicing to become more fluent and learning new words. I tried to teach English expressions that were less formal and used more in talking such as "we need to drop you off at the shops" and "can I get a lift to the beach?" Lisane and I spent alot of time traveling around Porto Alegre having a look at museums and sites. We also went on a few weekend trips to Florianopolis, Gramado and Lajeado. It was great to see some of the countryside in Rio Grande do Sul and see how diverse Brazil really is. Overall, my time here has been fantastic. Its been a great introduction to Brazilian culture and Ive even picked up a little Portuguese!
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