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Central Pacific College

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Presentation OutlineCPC background and missionCPC method what it is and how do we ensure that it works?Critical thinking what, why, howHigher education options: University Passage ProgramLearning outside of the classroomWhy CPC?CPC Administrative and Academic Support TeamCPC Teacher Education ProgramQ&A

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Who we areAccredited by ACCET Five academic programs EPP (English Proficiency Program), ECP (English Conversation Program), TOEFL, TOEIC and Club KeikiSix fluency levels (i.e., Beginner Advanced)All academic staff and many faculty members have M.A. degrees in Applied Linguistics

What is our mission?Central Pacific College's mission is to provide students with the highest standard of quality in ESL (English as a Second Language) education through its EPP program (English Proficiency Program) as well as opportunities to develop the language and cultural competence necessary to function comfortably within a multicultural environment.

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How does our mission guide our programs?Strong emphasis on academic quality and acquisition of multiple competence(s)Linguistic competence (form, function, contextual use)Social competence (confidence, self-reliance)Cultural competence (appreciation for diversity)Reflective competence (how does this relate to my life?)

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CPC MethodStudent Development Activities (SDAs)Performed weekly by students in all classes and levelsThree steps: Think, Do, ReflectFocus on natural, organic learning where learning is doingPurely student driven and learner centered

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CPC MethodImmediate learning outcomesOrganic use of target structuresAcknowledging students brought along knowledgeUninterrupted communicative practiceChallenging students to think criticallyLong range learning outcomesAcquisition of multiple competencesDevelop the confidence to become active global communicators

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Critical ThinkingWhat is critical thinking?Questioning, challenging and problematizing commonly ideas and beliefs via observation, reflection, experienceEffectively communicating solutions to complex problemsThinking open-mindedly and objectivelyWhy is it important?Critical thinking is necessary in order to become a well-rounded global communicatorHow is it utilized at CPC?Participation in SDA projectsTHINKDO

REFLECT

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SDA: OccupationsLow Intermediate grammar courseStage 1 (THINK)Target structures: Frequency adverbsNewly acquired target structures: vocabulary related to occupationsUsing their brought along knowledge about occupations, students use frequency adverbs to explain what each job does.Stage 2 (DO)Students write a job description for a job that they previously held using the target structures from stage one. Stage 3 (REFLECT)Students reflect on the following questions: What skills did you acquire after doing the job? What skills did you wish you had while doing the job? What skills have you acquired after living in Hawaii?

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How do we ensure that the CPC method works?Unwavering dedication to evaluation and improvementIndividual attention from faculty and managementOnce a term meetings with Managing Director

Director of Studies observations

Director of Studies provides observation feedback to instructors

Midterm and Final course evaluations

Midterm and Final progress report meetings

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University Passage ProgramMatriculation to Kapiolani Community College (KCC) credit courses without taking the TOEFL or TOEIC exam.Successful completion of Low Intermediate courses and a score of 51 or higher on the Michigan English Placement Test.Lowest minimum entry requirement to KCC in the state of Hawaii. The minimum entry requirement at other ESL schools is Low Advanced.

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How do we encourage learning outside of the classroom?Academic workshopsLanguage exchangeExtra-curricular activities

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Academic workshopsOpen to all CPC studentsEncourages students to pursue additional academic pursuits outside of the classroomTopics include: Introduction to TOEICIntroduction to TOEFLBusiness EnglishSurvival EnglishOpen ConversationIntroduction to Hawaii

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Language ExchangeOpen to all CPC studentsAllows for students to practice their English in authentic, real life communicative situationsLanguage exchange partners are students from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and Kapiolani Community College.

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Extra-curricular activitiesPrioritizes multicultural awareness and interaction with linguistic, social, cultural and reflective competencesPast activities have included (left to right):Chinese New Year Festival in Honolulus ChinatownInterviewing students at UH ManoaCleaning the taro loi at the Center for Hawaiian Knowledge at UH ManoaPicking pumpkins for Halloween

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Why CPC?Accentuates academic quality and multiple fluencies in order to encourage learners to become global communicators-Development of critical thinking skills vis a vis participation in SDA projectsLearner first mentality --- Customize your learningStrong administrative support team

Yuka Nishimoto (Managing Director/Instructor)Originally from Kyoto, JapanSignificant study abroad experience in Hawaii and the Continental United States M.A. degree in Second Language Studies (SLS) from the University of Hawaii at Manoa15+ years of ELL classroom experience10+ years of ELL curricular development, assessment and evaluation10+ years of ELL program developmentCurrent research interest: teacher education in globalized contexts

CPC Administrative Support Team

Lisa Houghtailing (Director of Studies/Instructor)

Originally from Honolulu, HawaiiM.A. degree in Second Language Studies (SLS) from the University of Hawaii at Manoa15+ years of ELL classroom experience10+ years of ELL curricular development, assessment and evaluation10+ years of ELL program developmentCurrent research interest: teacher education in globalized contexts

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Academic Coordinator Jay PacpacoOriginally from Honolulu, HawaiiM.A. degree in TESOL from Hawaii Pacific University2+ years of classroom teaching experience to adult language learners2+ years of classroom teaching experience to young language learners2+ years of ELL curricular development, assessment and evaluation

CPC Academic Support Team

CPC Faculty

Melodi Baybordi-Originally from Tehran, Iran-5+ years ELL classroom teaching experience to adult and young learners-Has taught in Iran, Chile-Speaks Farsi, Spanish and EnglishDan Holden-Originally from New York-5+ years of ELL classroom teaching experience to adult and young learners-Has taught in Japan-Speaks Japanese and EnglishRaina Yi-Originally from Honolulu, Hawaii-5+ years of ELL classroom teaching experience to adult and young learners-Has taught in Korea-Speaks Korean and English

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How will CPC enhance your students communicative abilities?

CPC Teacher Education ProgramESL + Practicum focusImmersive observation in Local educational contextsEnrollment in ESL courses that enhance teachers linguistic competenceParticipation in CPC practicum that allows teachers to actively engage with the pedagogical tools necessary to instruct English in English.Sample topics: Learner motivationLanguage learning and cultureMaterials developmentInteractive learningEncouraging learners to think critically

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