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Lesson Title: Employment
Date of Class: August 3, 2016
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 3-5pm
MC: Zadok
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ellen, Julia, Interpeters (Liwaa, Abdullahi), Anthony
Module: CO Employment
How Many Learners: 10
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc):Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 4.5
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 4.5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 32
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Started out with a great lesson about employment (interview questions, kinds of jobs, applications, etc.) Anthony Pabst was a guest and offered his expertise to discuss interview questions, etc. Great sharing of information among the different language groups.
Lesson Title: Education
Date of Class: July 27, 2016
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 3-5pm
MC: Megan
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Graziella, Sandi, Jessica, Julia, Kim, Aarron, Zadok
Module: Education (CC/CO)
How Many Learners: 8
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): n/aSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 5
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 7
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) =6Total Score: 35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Megan presented the Catholic Charities CO Education curriculum, followed by a field/tour of the Midland Library.
Lesson Title: How Much Does It Cost?
Date of Class: July 28, 2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6-7:30pm
MC: Mike
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy, Cheryl, Luke
Module: Farmers Markets
How Many Learners: 17
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): GoodSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Mike presented dialogue and dictation regarding prices on vegetables at farmers markets. The group was fully engaged, laughing, and having fun learning English.
Lesson Title: What’s for Sale?
Date of Class: July 14, 2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6-7:30 pm
MC: Mike (Dress Rehearsal)
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy, Cheryl, Luke, Gail
Module: Farmers Markets
How Many Learners: 19
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): CompleteSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 4
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 4
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 4
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 27
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Mike’s dress rehearsal included abc sheet, Farmer’s Market Map Listen and Point, dialogue and dictation. With 19 learners, we moved into the larger room.
Lesson Title: Farmers Markets
Date of Class: July 7, 2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6-7:30 pm
MC: Zadok
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Luke, Cheryl, Jenny
Module: Farmers Markets
How Many Learners: 15
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): n/aSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 3
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 7
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 8Total Score: 35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Engaging lesson on various vegetables found at a Farmers Market.
Lesson Title: Learning to Play Clue
Date of Class: 6/28/16
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 6-7:30pm
MC: Alex
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Trey
Module: Society & Culture (Games)
How Many Learners: 8
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): There are no loyalty cards or self-evaluation forms at this site.Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 7
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 7
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) =7Total Score: 38
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Learners had a lot of fun learning English through the use of the game, Clue. They especially enjoyed unusual words like, weapon, murder, suspect, etc. It was an engaging class.
Lesson Title: One Minute to Win It
Date of Class: 6/28/16
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30pm
MC: Maureen
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Julia
Module: Society & Culture (Games)
How Many Learners: 6
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): There are no loyalty cards or self-evaluation forms at this site.Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique…flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 33
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Ping-pong Skee Ball and Spill & Spell got the enthusiasm and competitive juices flowing! Everyone was engaged and enjoying learning English through playing games.
Lesson Title: Blowing Raspberries
Date of Class: June 23, 2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6-7:30
MC: Sheila
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy
Module: Fruit and Berries
How Many Learners: 12
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): n/aSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 7
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 7
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 38
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): The class rocked out to Fats Domino’s Blueberry Hill while using the song for dictation. Great enthusiasm and energy tonight.
Lesson Title: The Weather Outside is Frightful
Date of Class: 12/9/15
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 6-7:30p
MC: Joseph
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy
Module: Winter Services
How Many Learners: 10
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): okSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 5
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score:35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): ABC, Yell & Spell, Dictation & Dialogue regarding flooded streets, detours, and hazardous driving conditions, ending with NEWS.
Lesson Title: Can We Fix It? Yes, we can!
Date of Class: November 18, 2015
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 6-7:30 p
MC: Joseph
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy, Jess
Module: Healthy Home
How Many Learners: 15
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): okaySelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 5Total Score: 33
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Real-world materials – tools! Lots of interaction, laughter, and conversation. One new learner.
Lesson Title: Daylight Savings Time, Change Clock and Change Smoke Alarm Batteries
Date of Class: November 4, 2015
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 6:00-7:30
MC: Joseph
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy, Gwendy
Module: Healthy Home
How Many Learners: 16
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): Will need more ABC sheets, cut more cards, still no pencilsSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 5Total Score: 33
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): ABC Listen & Point, Yell & Spell, Dictation, Dialogue, Image Recognition/Point; Five new learners!
Lesson Title: Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.
Date of Class: October 15, 2015
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6-7:30
MC: Arien
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy, Kim, Joseph
Module: Recycling
How Many Learners: 22
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): Need pencils, paperSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 37
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): A very large class tonight (over capacity for the small room), class started on time with ABC Listen & Point, dictation and dialogue about recycling, document search with recycling list. We had several new learners tonight.
Lesson Title: Play It By Ear
Date of Class: 10-1-15
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6:00-7:30
MC: Arien
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy
Module: Culture/Deck of Professions
How Many Learners: 13
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): no pencilsSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 5
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) 6 =
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 33
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific): Arien conducted class without a lesson plan, included Deck of Professions, and several dialogues incorporating the cards.
Lesson Title: Bend Over Backward
Date of Class: 9/17/2015
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 6-7:30
MC: Arien
DJ: Janet
Assistants: Ivy, Ramin, Patrik
Module: Deck of Professions/Festival of Nations
How Many Learners: 9
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): Cut more Loyalty Cards, Pencils are all gone.Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 8
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 7
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 7
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 7
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 8Total Score: 43
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Dialogue & Dictation re: professions, Document Search with Festival of Nations brochure, Patrik presented dialogue with book of visiting author for 9/24, two new learners.