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Taylors University College

Teacher Candidates Resource


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Selamat Datang (Welcome)!!!

Thank you for considering working at Taylors

University College in Malaysia! This information

is designed to help you prepare yourself for whatyou can expect from life in Malaysia.

The decision to work in a country and culture so

far and so different from Canada is a difficult one

to make. Life in Malaysia is surely different thanthat in Canada but it is a rewarding one. We look

forward to welcoming you to the College!


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If you have any further questions about working at Taylors College and

in Malaysia, please feel free to contact the administration.

Canada

William (Bill) Roach, Educational Consultant

Phone: (905) 824-1457

Cell: 416 358 8620

e-mail: [email protected]

Malaysia

Jim Leonard, Taylors College ICPU Programme Director

Phone: 603-5636-2641

e-mail: [email protected]

Terima Kasih! ! !
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Canadian Pre-University

Course Features

Three intakes a year

January, March and July

Semester system

3 credit subjects in each semester for studentsenrolled in the regular programme

6 months per semester

1 year to complete course

customized to individual students ability tocomplete course in more than 2 semesters


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To qualify for Ontario Secondary SchoolDiploma (OSSD) a student has to obtain 6Grade 12 University Preparation credit subjectpasses, successful completion of the OntarioLiteracy Test and also a pass in at least level 2

ESL


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Continuous assessment

100% internal assessment

70% course work 30% final exam

Regular attendance important


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Subjects Offered

Accounting

Economics

Business Leadership

International Business

Families in Society

Challenge & Change Geography

History

Data Management

Advanced Functions

Calculus & Vectors

Computer Studies

Biology

Chemistry Physics

Law


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Interactive learning

Problem-solving

Student participation Group activities

Presentation

Analysis

Independent study unit

Prepares students for tertiary education


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Fully endorsed by the Ministry of Education,Ontario, Canada

Quality of course and teachers ensured andmaintained by inspectors from Ministry of

Education, Ontario who provide annualinspections of the CPU courses at TaylorsUniversity College


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Campus Facilities

The school consists of modern

and comfortable buildings. All

rooms are air-conditioned and

equipped with resources on par

and better than resources found

throughout most public schools

in Ontario.


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Taylors College

The Courtyard


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Spacious Science Lab (top left)

Multi Purpose Hall (top right)

Library (bottom left)the library is

equipped with a well stocked selection

of paper and IT resources


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Classrooms are all air-conditioned and equipped with whiteboards and OHPs.

Some classrooms have built-in projectors with teacher computers. Other

equipment (laptops, vcrs, dvd players, tvs, etc.) can be signed out of the IT

department.

Typical classroom (top left)

Computer lab (top right)


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IT department (top left)

Student Web Caf (top right)


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Lunch and snacks may be enjoyed at the

staff cafeteria (top left), the campus

courtyard (bottom left), the hawker

stalls in Asia Caf (bottom right), or anyof the numerous restaurants surrounding

the school.


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Accommodations & Facilities

Your most immediate tasks upon arriving in Malaysia will be to find a place tolive and where you can get all of your basic needs. Canadian teachers livesingly or in shared apartments within 15 minutes walking distance of theschool. The apartments in the area are mostly 2 and 3 bedroom units. The unitsare very comfortable, generally come fully furnished (as negotiated by you),and can be had for RM1800 to RM2300, depending on the level of luxury andamenities you desire. Teachers, local real estate agents, and other Taylorsstaff can help you find the right accommodation for you. You can also find anapartment on your own; check the classified section of the Malaysiannewspaper (www.thestar.com.my ) for apartments in Subang Jaya (LafiteApartments is located in SS17 and Spring and Summer Villas are located inSS15). There is a modern mall and European grocery store (Carrefour) withinwalking distance of the school and apartments. There are also fresh produce

shops as well as morning markets all very close to the school. As per your package information, remember that you will need to put down

3.5 months rent up front when you sign your tenants agreement, and put downdeposits for your utilities. These fees are typical for expatriates moving to anynew country.
http://www.thestar.com.my/http://www.thestar.com.my/


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A Tropical Feel

Canadian TeachersResidence in Lafite

Apartments


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Home,

Sweet Home!


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They ARE everywhere!!!


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Teaching

Teaching in Malaysia will be as rewarding an experience as you make

it. You are given the freedom to run your class as you wish and to

introduce new teaching techniques just as you would in Canada.

Teacher typically have one preparation per semester and are teaching

the most appreciative and respectful students you will ever encounter.

The professional standards of the Ontario College of Teachers are

applicable in teaching practices at the ICPU Programme.
http://www.oct.ca/http://www.oct.ca/


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One of the truly rewarding

experiences offered at Taylors

University College is theopportunity to work with a

teaching staff comprised of both

Canadian and Malaysian teachers.

You will gain insights as to how

and why you practice your idea of

pedagogy and surely help others to

reflect on their own skill sets.


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Chemistry Nucleus Group;testing new lab equipment

Student in the lab


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The Students

The students at Taylors College are an ambitious group. They aim toplease and are diligent workers. Your students will be eager to hearabout your background and to know about where you come from.They are also eager to share with you their culture. Most new

Canadian teachers have been struck by the politeness of their students;expect to hear your students say thank you everyday on their way outof class! Students will also be very keen to take advantage of any extrahelp offered by their teachers. Most courses offer one day of extra helpafter school per week for any students interested in attending.

Some students you teach may speak English as their third or fourthlanguage. Understandably, they may have some difficulty in keepingup with the rest of the class. These students have the opportunity, andshould be encouraged, to improve their written and spoken Englishthrough the Taylors Language Centre.


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CANADA

TRINIDAD

UNITED KINGDOM

RUSSIA

IRELAND

SINGAPORE

U.S.A.

SWITZERLAND

AUSTRALIA

ISLE OF MAN

NEW ZEALAND

JAPAN

HONG KONG

INDIA


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ALBERTA

St. Marys University

University of Alberta

University of Calgary University of Lethbridge

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Simon Fraser University

University of British Columbia Univeristy of Victoria

MANITOBA

Brandon University

University of Winnipeg University of Manitoba

QUEBEC

Concordia University

McGill University

ONTARIO

Carleton University

Ryerson Polytechnic

Trent University University of Ottawa

University of Toronto

University of Waterloo

University of Western Ontario

York University

OTHER

Memorial University,Newfoundland

University of New Brunswick, NewBrunswick

University of Saskatchewan,Saskatchewan


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International Ismalic University

International Medical University

Manipal University, Malaysia

Monash University, Malaysia

Penang Medical College

Perak Medical College

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Universiti Utara Malaysia

Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur


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RUSSIA

Kursk State University

Moscow State Medical University

SINGAPORE

National University of Singapore

JAPAN

Takushoku University

HONG KONG

University of Hong Kong

IRELAND Queens University

Royal College of Surgeons

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO

University of West Indies

SWITZERLAND

Domino Carlton Tivoli

ISLE OF MAN

International Hotel School


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LeisureOne of the great rewards ofworking in Malaysia is theopportunity for travel. Malaysia hassome of the finest beaches in theworld (Perhentian Islandsright,Lang Tengah, Tioman, Redang,etc.). The waters are crystal clearand most teachers have tried, if notbecome hooked, on diving. There

are world class dive sites off ofMalaysia Borneo and thesurrounding countries of Thailand,Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia,Vietnam, Laos, and India allprovide plenty of opportunities foradventure!

Checkwww.airasia.com,www.latestays.com, andwww.tourism.gov.my to find moreinformation on travel in and aroundMalaysia.

Paradise found!

(Perhentian Island Kecil, Malaysia)
http://www.airasia.com/http://www.latestays.com/http://www.tourism.gov.my/http://www.tourism.gov.my/http://www.latestays.com/http://www.airasia.com/


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3800 metres into the Himalayan Mountains (India)


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Canadas newest divers!

(Perhentian Island Kecil, Malaysia)

Green Pit Viper Snake

(Bako National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia Borneo)

Flora and Fauna

(Taman Negara National Park, Malaysia)


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Famous Bali Sunset (top left)

Local Market in Kota Bharu, Malaysia (top right)

Singapore at night (bottom right)


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Shopping for saris in Punjab, India (top left)

Crashing island waves on Lang Tengah, Malaysia(top right)

Picking your meal in Singapore (bottom left)


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Soft sand in Phuket, Thailand (top left)

A panorama in Pangkor, Malaysia (bottom left)

Mount Kinabalu in Sabah, Malaysia Borneo

(bottom right)


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Pitcher Plant Sculpture in Kuala Lumpur


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Left - More Flora and

Fauna (Bali, Indonesia)

Right - July 2005

ICPU Staff Photo


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Balinese Art


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Taylors finest at

Compassion Home

for children.

Birthday Celebrations!(Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur)


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Canada in Malaysia

As you are considering coming to Malaysia, make sure that you gather as

much information as you can. Make yourself familiar with the taxation laws

and implications of living away from home for an extended period of time.

You should also be aware of the services offered by the Canadian

Government while you are living in Malaysia.

Canadian High Commission: www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/kualalumpur/

Malaysian Government: www.gov.my/MYGOV/BI/DIRECTORY/CITIZEN
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/kualalumpur/http://www.gov.my/MYGOV/BI/DIRECTORY/CITIZENhttp://www.gov.my/MYGOV/BI/DIRECTORY/CITIZENhttp://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/kualalumpur/http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/kualalumpur/http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/kualalumpur/


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ResourcesThe following resources are meant to help you prepare, in advance, for your arrival in Malaysia and to

help you once you are actually on the ground. This is not an exhaustive list and you will surely

learn as you go, but some of the information may prove useful in your first few months Subang Jaya Community websites: www.usj.com.my, www.pjnet.com.my

Subang Jaya Map: www.usj.com.my/map/sj_map.php3

Kuala Lumpur and surrounding areas rail transit: www.ktmb.com.my

Kuala Lumpur and surrounding areas bus system: www.rapidkl.com.my

Expatriates Guide: www.expat.com.my

Malaysian National Newspaper website: www.thestar.com.my MPH (Bookstorelocated in local malls): www.mph.com.my

tmnet (Phone company): www.tm.net.my

Celcom and Maxis (Mobile phone companies): www.maxis.com.my, www.celcom.com.my

Tenaga Nasional Berhad (Power company): www.tnb.com.my

Maybank (National bank): www.maybank2u.com.my

HSBC (National and International bank): www.hsbc.com.my

Yellow Pages: www.yellowpages.com.my Astro (Satellite television provider): www.astro.com.my

Fitness First (Local fitness centre): www.fitnessfirst.com.my

Inland Revenue Board Malaysia (Income Tax): www.hasil.org.my

Employees Provident Fund (EPF): www.kwsp.gov.my
http://www.usj.com.my/http://www.pjnet.com.my/http://www.usj.com.my/map/sj_map.php3http://www.ktmb.com.my/http://www.rapidkl.com.my/http://www.expat.com.my/http://www.thestar.com.my/http://www.mph.com.my/http://www.tm.net.my/http://www.maxis.com.my/http://www.celcom.com.my/http://www.tnb.com.my/http://www.maybank2u.com.my/http://www.hsbc.com.my/http://www.yellowpages.com.my/http://www.astro.com.my/http://www.fitnessfirst.com.my/http://www.hasil.org.my/http://www.kwsp.gov.my/http://www.kwsp.gov.my/http://www.hasil.org.my/http://www.fitnessfirst.com.my/http://www.astro.com.my/http://www.yellowpages.com.my/http://www.hsbc.com.my/http://www.maybank2u.com.my/http://www.tnb.com.my/http://www.celcom.com.my/http://www.maxis.com.my/http://www.tm.net.my/http://www.mph.com.my/http://www.thestar.com.my/http://www.expat.com.my/http://www.rapidkl.com.my/http://www.ktmb.com.my/http://www.usj.com.my/map/sj_map.php3http://www.pjnet.com.my/http://www.usj.com.my/


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