Reading and Writing in an Academic Setting

The course uses a wide range of expository texts as a tool for improving reading skills and strategies, Students' reactions to the texts increase written and oral proficiency. In addition to assigned texts, students choose texts in their own areas of interest, which are then presented, discussed, and analyzed in class. Academic literacy is emphasized through student projects, in which students are required to search for  articles in the library and on information resource sites,  prepare a correctly written bibliography and summarize and express their research-based opinion regarding an issue they have chosen.
 

Introduction to Literature

מבוא לספרות אנגלית - א

This course will introduce students to English literature of various times and places. We will study literary terms and various techniques for analyzing short stories and poems, as well as one longer literary work. Possible teaching approaches to literary texts will be continuously considered, with age groups in mind (primary school children, secondary school students) for classroom activities.

First Year Project Based Proficiency

The course aims to increase the student’s proficiency in all four skill areas (reading, writing, oral and aural) through reading and relating to academic texts, and to develop academic literacy. Three areas of emphasis include:

1. Expanding vocabulary and increase oral fluency (through discussion)

2. Improving written fluency (through written assignments)

3. Developing reading proficiency (through reading articles, stories, poems)

All areas will be integrated in preparation of a final project.

The course content will focus on dealing with diversity and conflict resolution in the classroom, among students in school, and in society at large. We will also explore our relation to ‘the other’, and look at the ways in which stereotyping and prejudicial behavior can be overcome.
 

syllabus
2011-2012

The aim of this course is to strengthen, consolidate and develop already acquired language skills in English. Students will focus on constructing grammatically accurate sentences, expand their ideas into well-configured paragraphs and practice their critical writing skills. Pupils will improve their oral skills by using appropriate language for a wide range of social contexts and interacting with the help of  a rich vocabulary and complex syntactic structures.
 

Explorations in English literature

syllabus
2011-2012

This course will focus on various techniques for analyzing poems, short stories, a novel and a play. Group projects, class discussions and oral presentations will provide a participatory approach to the study of literature. Possible teaching approaches to literary texts will be continuously considered, with age groups in mind (primary school children, secondary school students) for classroom activities.

In this course students will explore computer technology and how it can be incorporated into the EFL classroom. Students will learn to locate, evaluate and use available resources.  In addition they will build their own computer based activities for use in the classroom.  One of these activities will combine the use of a video camera and computer. Each student will be required to prepare teach at least one lesson using the computer as part of their supervised teaching.
 

Teaching English Literature

Participants in this course will relate to common English grammar structures and how to teach them effectively and in age-appropriate ways to groups and individual learners, in accordance with the National Curriculum. Students will learn to relate to presentation, practice and production, formally and incidentally, cognitively and affectively, using mechanical drill and practice, and creative, contextualized and authentic uses of language. Existing course books and supplementary materials will be examined.  In addition, students will examine ways to infuse critical thinking skills into language teaching and learning, and will become familiar with grammar mastery for the oral and written bagrut.  Students will create and present lessons using various components and terminology taught in this course.
 

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Creative Activities in the Elementary classroom

1 credits

A practical, hands-on course giving ideas for livening up the English classroom.

Students will  be exposed to a variety of informal teaching techniques and will learn ways to incorporate creative activities into English lessons at all levels, and so develop confidence and versatility as teachers.

Students will acquire a wide repertoire of activities to use in class, including songs, chants and dramatic games suitable for the lower grades, together with directions for how to use them in heterogeneous classes.
 

Teaching large multi-level classes requires that we address the different needs of the students and plan lessons according to the principals of differentiated instruction. This course will take the approach that  all classes require differential thinking to some extent so that many of the topics covered apply to almost any classroom situation. Creating an effective learning environment is first and foremost a function of management and organization. Therefore, a major part of the time will be spent examining classroom planning, organizational and management models in an attempt to refine our own skills. Building on these skills, we will then look at such topics as multiple intelligence theory, higher-order thinking skills, learning centers, individualized instruction, peer instruction, student responsibility, motivation, alternative assessment tools. The students will have a hands on knowledge of these concepts by the end of the course and be able to plan their lessons around these concepts. 
 

syllabus
2011-2012

Based on the principles of  content-based language learning, this English  proficiency  course aims to provide students with the opportunity to practice and improve their aural / oral English skills and to adapt their language according to context, audience and purpose. Students will also develop techniques for creative and parallel thinking and foster awareness of educational dilemmas that teachers face in school.  Students will participate in class discussions, simulations of school-based situations and present their views through formal debate and individual presentations
 

1 credit

Seminar in Education - for Haasavot

syllabus
2010-2011

The second goal is to learn effective teaching strategies including motivation, planning, classroom management and problem solving.

The papers will concentrate on these areas of education.
 

Dealing with Behavior Difficulties

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הוראת הקריאה והכתיבה  

Instructor: Ms. Elana Rectman

Course Number: 9082031

Hours: Wednesday 16:00-17:30 (9,10)

This course will provide the student with a better understanding of current issues in reading in a second language. Various practical aspects of reading will be examined, addressing theoretical and pedagogical information necessary for further work in the field.
 

syllabus
2011-2012

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Participants in this course will relate to common English grammar structures and how to teach them effectively and in age-appropriate ways to groups and individual learners, in accordance with the National Curriculum. Students will learn to relate to presentation, practice and production, formally and incidentally, cognitively and affectively, using mechanical drill and practice, and creative, contextualized and authentic uses of language. Existing course books and supplementary materials will be examined.  In addition, students will examine ways to infuse critical thinking skills into language teaching and learning, and will become familiar with grammar mastery for the oral and written bagrut.  Students will create and present lessons using various components and terminology taught in this course. Students in the Tutors’ course will also relate to the needs of adult learners.
 

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