Community-Building Activities

in an ESL Program

Masoud ShafieiKingwood College

Houston, Texas

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program

Kingwood College Intensive English ProgramNHMCCD

• Established in Fall 2001• Enrollment: Fall 400-500

Spring 300-400• Countries Represented by ESL/Int’l Students: 40-50 • Curriculum: 6 levels of grammar & writing; 6 levels of reading & vocabulary; 5 levels of listening & speaking• Number of Full-time Faculty: 2• Number of Part-time Faculty: 15-20

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program

Student Activities

International FlagsEthnic Lunch/Dinner & Talent ShowCelebrate Success CeremonyDiversity NewsletterIntercultural Student OrganizationCultural 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 time2. is punctual3. attends class regularly (has few absences)4. is always prepared for class

B. Curious and enthusiastic about learning: 1. asks questions in class2. listens carefully3. takes notes4. participates in class discussions and activities

C. Respectful: 1. respects teacher and classmates2. respects other students’ cultures and opinions2. 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 classmates2. considers other students’ needs before her/his own3. is happy when a classmate is successful

E. Friendly:1. has a positive attitude in class2. is polite3. has good relationship with teacher and other students

F. Team Player:1. participates actively in collaborative work2. helps group members3. allows group members to participate

G. Academic Integrity:1. demonstrates independent effort2. 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 ProgramFaculty 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

Community-Building Activities in an ESL Program

Kingwood College Intensive English Program’s Website

http://www.kingwoodcollege.com/programs/ESL/index.html

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