Ajarn G's site
I have created this website in order to make the learning experience in my classes more interactive, efficient and fun.
Please check the relevant pages on the website for information. If you have a question please check the website first before contacting me.
Now, please relax and enjoy your time studying. Thank you.
Please check the relevant pages on the website for information. If you have a question please check the website first before contacting me.
Now, please relax and enjoy your time studying. Thank you.
Learning apps (Strongly recommended)
Anki - http://ankisrs.net/ (go to 'Get Shared Decks' to download from 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 the best decision you make for your long term learning. You should aim to use them for about 10 minutes a day. 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 the best decision you make for your long term learning. You should aim to use them for about 10 minutes a day. 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 all of 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 danger rushing to get to class on time.
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 may contact me on garethfinch@hotmail.com
(Please do not use Facebook to contact me)
(Please do not use Facebook to contact me)
