Professor Gareth Finch ( IIS-RU Ramkhamhaeng University )
This Is The Second Version Of The Website . The Goal Is Always To Make Learning Easier , Efficient And More Accessible .
It Serves As An Archive Of Past Grades , Information And Course Materials For All Students To See .
From 2012 - 2019 ( I Used Microsoft OneDrive In 2009 - 2012 ) The Website Worked Well But Due To The Changing Landscape Of The World I Have Decided To Update It Once Again . As I Sit Here In December 2019 I See A World Full Of Opportunity For Anyone Who Can Understand And Grasp The Power Of Social Media And The Way It Is Changing The World . Blockchain Is Around The Corner And The Opportunity For The Individual May Never Be Greater .
Therefore All Future Classes Will Use Social Media As A Key Part Of The Learning Experience ( In Past Classes Social Media Was Banned ) .
Now, please relax and enjoy your time studying . Thank you .
It Serves As An Archive Of Past Grades , Information And Course Materials For All Students To See .
From 2012 - 2019 ( I Used Microsoft OneDrive In 2009 - 2012 ) The Website Worked Well But Due To The Changing Landscape Of The World I Have Decided To Update It Once Again . As I Sit Here In December 2019 I See A World Full Of Opportunity For Anyone Who Can Understand And Grasp The Power Of Social Media And The Way It Is Changing The World . Blockchain Is Around The Corner And The Opportunity For The Individual May Never Be Greater .
Therefore All Future Classes Will Use Social Media As A Key Part Of The Learning Experience ( In Past Classes Social Media Was Banned ) .
Now, please relax and enjoy your time studying . Thank you .
Philosophy
Embrace Change
Be Ahead Of The Curve
Be Ahead Of The Curve
Essential Applications
TikTok - The Central Hub Of Learning . Class Reviews And Target Information Will Be Recorded To TikTok Where It Will Be Graded With Certain Criteria .
Anki - http://ankisrs.net/ (go to 'Get Shared Decks' to download many free courses)
Memrise - https://www.memrise.com/
Both are available online or as an app for your phone. I strongly recommend both for learning. It will probably be a great decision in your long term learning. It will strongly increase your language learning ability over time.
Memrise - https://www.memrise.com/
Both are available online or as an app for your phone. I strongly recommend both for learning. It will probably be a great decision in your long term learning. It will strongly increase your language learning ability over time.
Web URL
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Re-exams
No re-exams are permitted for any courses
GENERAL FAQ SECTION
How often shoULD I CHECK THE COURSE WEBSITE?
At least once a day during the course
hOW can i CONTACT YOU?
Either by email at garethfinch@hotmail.com, or in person during class. Facebook is not acceptable and will likely be ignored.
CAN I USE A MOBILE PHONE IN CLASS?
Yes, but only for course materials such as dictionaries or checking the course website. Social networking is not acceptable and will result in attendance being taken away.
Exam Rules
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Presentation FAQS
WHICH SOFTWARE DO YOU RECOMMEND FOR PRESENTATIONS?
Any form of software is acceptable if used well. Personally I find Prezi to be very effective (download it onto a pen drive after it is finished to be safe). More recommended websites for creating presentations are listed below.
IS THERE ANYTHING WE SHOULD AVOID DURING PRESENTATIONS?
-More than just a few key words being on a slide at any one point in time
-YouTube videos to fill in time
-Reading off paper
-Not presenting for the recommended amount of time
-YouTube videos to fill in time
-Reading off paper
-Not presenting for the recommended amount of time
DO YOU HAVE ANY TIPS ON HOW TO IMPROVE AT PRESENTATIONS?
-Practice, practice, practice (at least 2-3 times beforehand)
-Use notes as a reference guide (keep the notes on a small piece of paper in your hand)
-Look up, around and to the back of the room at different points during the presentation
-Make eye contact with different people in the room
-Take deep breaths to try and stay calm throughout
-Try to talk at a calm regular pace
-Oh and remember....practice, practice, practice!
-Use notes as a reference guide (keep the notes on a small piece of paper in your hand)
-Look up, around and to the back of the room at different points during the presentation
-Make eye contact with different people in the room
-Take deep breaths to try and stay calm throughout
-Try to talk at a calm regular pace
-Oh and remember....practice, practice, practice!
ANY FINAL TIPS?
The key word is 'PRESENTation'. It is not meant to be a READing. React to situations in the room, and try to be natural.
Recommended website for creating presentations
Prezi - www.prezi.com
Powtoon - www.powtoon.com
Bitstrips - www.bitstrips.com
Video - Serif Movie Plus Starter
Student References
I am often asked to write references for students either for academic exchange programmes, future degrees or further career opportunities. I will only write references for students who excel in class and/or stand out. I will not write references for everyone. Whether I write a reference for you is determined by your hard work, creativity, effort, respect and general behaviour during courses. Please consider this when studying with me.
General IIS Rules
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Rainy Season and Attendance
As you know the rainy season is unpredictable. I will make every effort to get to class on time, but on the odd occasion that a storm prevents me from being able to leave my house, I may be slightly late. I will extend attendance sign-in times on any day where there is a serious storm in the morning, so please do not place yourself in any danger in attempting to come to class in a storm.
Recommended Place for 2nd Hand Books (for practicing your English)
http://www.dasabookcafe.com/ This 2nd hand shop is located in Sukumvhit. They also have a book exchange/credit policy and on online database.
Contact
You can contact me at garethfinch@hotmail.com (Please do not use Facebook)
