IGT WorkShop Series Spring 2009

Welcome to another semester!

The International Graduate Teacher Workshop Series resumes Friday Feb, 6th. Below is a schedule of this springs workshop series.

Workshops are held at 200 ATLAS on Fridays 1:00PM-2:00PM.

Feb 6,'09 - Exploring Classroom Dynamics Across Cultures
Vivek Kaila, IGTS Coordinator, Graduate Teacher Program, CU-Boulder

In this workshop, we will explore international TAs' and GPTIs' classroom experiences in their home cultures and discuss how these experiences can be "translated" for the American classroom.

Feb 13,'09-Acquiring a Second Language: Problems & Solutions
Antonia Johnson, Director, Center for Talk Mastery, Boulder, Colorado

Learning a second language and surviving in a second culture can be challenging. Dr. Johnson shares insightful ideas about improving your pronunciation and comprehension.

Feb 20,'09-Establishing Your Educational Identity & Philosophy
David Kendrick, Ed.D, Director of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning

Are you a perennialist? A progressivist? How about a social reconstructivist? Identifying and developing your own personal educational philosophy through sound education theories brings integrity and clarity to your role as a teacher. Following a brief presentation and discussion, your personal identity will be assessed through the Leahy Educational Philosophical Inventory.

Feb 27,'09-Understanding Body Language in Different Cultures
Liza Williams, Lead Coordinator for Arts & Humanites, Graduate Teacher Program

Understanding cultural differences in body language can increase your cultural "emotional intellegence" and help you communicate effectively.

Mar 6,'09-The Nuts & Bolts: Approaches to a 50-Minute Class
Hallie Meredith, D. Phil., Lead Coordinator for Social Sciences & STEM, Graduate Teacher Program

How do you make the most of each class meeting? Whether you're teaching a 50-minute class, an hour-and-a-half recitation, or a two-hour seminar, this workshop will offer practical approaches to help you meet your goals.

Mar 13,'09-Leading Effective Discussions
Jennifer Armstrong, Lead Consultant, Graduate Teacher Program

Once you've initiated a discussion, how do you keep it going? This workshop offers strategies for generating stimulating discussion questions that encourage meaningful student participation.

General ESL Classes at International English Center

The Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies'
International English Center (IEC) is offering multi-skill evening
classes in English as a second language (ESL) to all Boulder residents
and visitors. Classes meet for six weeks at beginning, intermediate, or
advanced levels on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm for $355,
text included. CU faculty/staff non-credit discount applies. Classes
start Wednesday, Oct 22. For more information, please contact the IEC.

Contact: IEC office, 303-492-5547 or ieccu@colorado.edu
Additional information: http://www.colorado.edu/iec/evening.html

Volunteering at CU Boulder

OPEN HOUSE SEPT. 17: CU VOLUNTEER RESOURCE CENTER

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world, indeed it's the only thing that ever has."
- Margaret Mead.

We have a new name! CU Volunteer Resource Center (formerly the Volunteer Clearing House), your campus volunteer center, invites you to stop by for food, prizes and good company Wednesday, Sept. 17, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. We'll help you discover your own path to make the world a better place.

Contact: Anna Domenico
Additional information: http://www.colorado.edu/vrc

IGTS Workshops Fall 2008

Hello Everybody

Welcome to another semester at CU Boulder. This semester the Graduate Teacher Program is organizing a series of workshops that deal with issues of specific interest for International Graduate Teaching Assistants and International Graduate Part-Time Instructors. The workshops focus on international teachers in the American classroom, and count towards the Graduate Teacher Certificate.

The workshops will be held on Fridays, 1:00-2:00pm at 200 ATLAS.

The following is a schedule for the workshops.

Sep 12,'08 - What Do American Students Expect from Their Instructors?
- Vivek Kaila, IGTS Coordinator, Graduate Teacher Program, CU-Boulder

Sep 19,'08 - Asking and Handling Questions in the Classroom.
- PJ Bennett, Assistant Director, Graduate Teacher Program, CU Boulder

Sep 26,'08 - Giving Fair Tests and Grading Fairly.
- Hallie Meredith, Lead Coordinator, SS/Stem, Graduate Teacher Program, CU Boulder

Oct 3,'08 - How Can International Instructors Deal with Their Own and Their Students’ Culture Shock?
- Tina Tan, Director, International Student and Scholar Services, CU Boulder

Oct 10,'08 - Your Students Will Evaluate You: Are You Ready?
- Laura Border, Director, Graduate Teacher Program, CU Boulder

Oct 17,'08 - Nonverbal Communication in the Classroom.
- Antonía Johnson, Director, Center for Talk Mastery

Summer 2007 activities by ISSS

DROP IN CONVERSATION THURSDAYS

All international students, scholars and spouses are invited to stop by for a weekly conversation hour! This is a great way to meet people, find out what is going on in Boulder and have fun, challenging conversations. The group meets on Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., in the UMC by Domino's Pizza. For questions, contact janet.garcia@colorado.edu (or rebecca.sibley@colorado.edu).

SUMMER COFFEE HOUR

Summer Coffee Hour takes place on Fridays, at 5 p.m. in the same location (across from Baby Doe's in the UMC Grill) as during the semester. This is different from the International Coffee Hour held during the semester since it will not be sponsored by the Office of International Education and there will be no free refreshments. But it IS a way for everyone to meet and go to a local restaurant! For questions feel free to contact: Muneeb Kamal (muneeb.kamal@colorado.edu) or Dan Levinson (daniel.levinson@colorado.edu) or Diba Mani (manid@colorado.edu).

Accent Reduction Courses Summer 2007

Dear International Graduate Teachers,

Two great summer courses available for accent reduction. Please see below for details.

Thanks,

Vicky

1. Clearly Speaking for non-native English

This summer the University of Colorado Speech Language Hearing Center will be offering Clearly Speaking, an accent reduction, 7-week intensive individualized course for non-native English speakers wishing to improve their English pronunciation. The sessions will be held on Friday’s from 10-11:00 AM June 15-July 27th. The fee is $200, however we also have a sliding scale for individuals who can not afford that rate. The materials for the program are $90-$115 (depending if you choose audio cassette, CDs or interactive CD-ROM). There are still spots open in Clearly Speaking for this summer, please contact Mark Guiberson at Mark.Guiberson@colorado.edu if you would like to enroll.

2. Accent Reduction Course for Foreign Students

June 19-July 31, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-10:30 am. The course includes oral activities, self-taping, and one-on-one meetings with the native-speaker instructor throughout the course. Student accents are assessed for improvement areas and reasonable goals are set for each individual. Course instructed by Christina Brady and fee $360. Call 303-492-5547 if interested. http://www.colorado.edu/cu-diversity/news.html

Evening ESL Classes at Int'l English Center

The Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies'
International English Center (IEC) is offering multi skill evening
classes in English as a second language (ESL) to Boulder residents and
visitors. Classes meet for six weeks at beginning, intermediate or
advanced levels on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm for $355, text
included. CU faculty/staff non-credit discount applies. Spring II
classes start March 21. For more information, please contact the IEC.
Contact: IEC office, 303-492-5547 or ieccu@colorado.edu
Additional information: http://www.colorado.edu/iec/evening.html