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If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart. Nelson Mandela

Famous Quote " Learn from Yesterday, Live for Today, Hope for Tomorrow. The important thing is to never stop Questioning." Albert Einstien

TIP OF THE WEEK FOR LEARNING ENGLISH Take every opportunity you can to talk, read, write and listen to English Because practice makes perfect

What Makes A great English as A Second Language Teacher H is for Honesty. We need to treat each student with honesty. You make sure that each and every student is treated the same in the classroom. You make sure that your teaching and testing are at the same level. Also, whenever possible, you teach the students the skills to make sure they are treated honestly in all aspects of their life in Canada. E is for Enthusiasm and Effort. Many of us end up in a situation we might no...t have expected when we started to study and prepare for a career. This should not change the effort or enthusiasm that we bring into the classroom. Enthusiasm and effort will be rewarded when students are determined and motivated to work hard for you A is for an Attitude of Caring. This is maybe the most important aspect. When the students sense you care, it will also motivate them to learn and work hard. Many students come to Canada because they are looking for something different from what they experience in their own educational system; many have told me that it is a teacher who truly cares for them. R is for Respect. When we treat students with respect we will fully understand them. These students have travelled to Canada to learn and live in a totally different culture. I know that I would struggle with the courage to do this. T is for Trust. Students need to trust you to do what is right. You can build this trust by sharing about how to live and cope with our educational system and culture. Once the students trust you, they will share and work for you.