Overview
Aim- The
aim of this project is to create an internet resource that can be
used by teachers, students, and parents to enhance the study of English
as a second language .
Rationale -There
is internet access for the computers in the classroom which can
be utilized like the software programs as another tool for increasing
the English skills of the students.
Audience - The
audience is primarily the K-8 students in a pullout ESL program.
Pre-requisites -
The pre-requisites are having computers with internet access and some basic
knowledge of computer skills.
Subject matter -
The subject matter is the study of the English language and the culture
of this country.
Goals and Objectives -
The goal is for the teacher to improve his/her teaching by being able to
access lessons and ideas from other sources and for the students to improve
their English through self study online and written communication with
others. Students and parents would be able to access this site from home
and use the site for practice and additional activities.
Instructional Plan -
Since this project is to be used as a resource throughout the year by students
at various levels, there is no specific plan of sequenced lessons. Students
can access lessons geared to their level at that time.
Materials -
No materials are required other than computers with internet access.
Assessment
and Evaluation -
Assessment will be ongoing. Some of the activities are self-tests
for practice, some quizzes will be given for final testing, and some evaluations
will be created by the teacher. There will also be general monitoring of
student use of the site to see if this is a helpful resource and
if the students are using it well.
