iep instructional resources guide

Instructional Materials inlingua resources for our Intensive English Programs

General Purpose Immersion Program

TL2 English Experience

TL2 English Experience Plus

TL2 Summer English Escape

TL2 Summer English Adventure

Language Levels GPP English

5 (Advanced Tasks) 15 Total Book Units Varied “Can Do” Skills Per Unit

4 (Advanced)

30 Total Book Units 3 Key Points Per Unit

3 (High Intermediate)


2 (Low Intermediate)


1 (Beginner)


English Program Levels and International Norms

Remember, the instructor’s goal is to help students reach fluency by focusing on each course’s stated student learning outcomes.

To use inlingua resources effectively in the classroom, you need to understand what is available and where to find them.

The inlingua Materials include the following components:

1. Trainer Resource Pack, including Resource Sheets

2. Student Book, including Communication Activities and CDs with

Listening Exercises

3. Student Exercise Workbook, including CDs with Listening

Exercises (except for GPP English 4 and 5)

4. Supplementary Listening CDs, with recordings of the dialogues

presented in the Student Book

5. inlingua Online Learning (iOL) system

6. Progress and Achievement Tests, to be administered at specified

points during the academic quarter as indicated in the curriculum

Using inlingua Resources Effectively

The Trainer Resource Pack

Sample Unit Overview from

the TRP

• The Trainer Resource Pack contains guidance for teaching the material in the 30 Units of each Level.

• At the beginning of each Unit, there is an Overview of the structures and vocabulary to be taught, language to be reviewed, tips for presentation, and resources available.

• Be sure to adequately prepare for each and every class that you teach with inlingua by carefully reviewing the Trainer Resource Pack (including all available inlingua resources for each unit) and the course syllabus.

• All resources to be used during class should be gathered as part of your preparation. This includes the Resource Sheets, Student Book or Workbook, and Supplementary CDs.

• Be sure to keep the Trainer Resource Pack open at all times during your presentation of the lesson. If you find yourself having trouble thinking of how to present the material, use the dialogue boxes and suggested ways of presenting the material.

The Trainer Resource Pack (TRP)

Resource Sheets are available in the TRP and are meant to be used during Presentation, Practice, and Production.

Resource Sheets (RS)

Resource Sheets are designed to be reproduced and used as in- class activities. It is essential to use every RS available for each Unit.

The instructions and suggested uses for each RS are found in the Trainer Resource Pack (TRP); however, you can also use them in

your own creative way.

Resource Sheets keep students motivated because they are able to use language in new and realistic ways.

■ Talking points ■ Find someone who… ■ Questionnaires ■ Games ■ Cue cards ■ Quizzes and tests

■ Vocabulary practice ■ Problem solving exercises ■ Role plays ■ Grammar practice ■ Visuals and realia: charts, maps, diagrams, etc.

Resource Sheets include activities such as:

The inlingua Student Book Note: Students receive a personal copy

The inlingua Student Book Sample Vocabulary Summary and Progress Check

The solutions to Progress Checks are only found in the back of the TRP

Communication Activities (CA)

Found in the back of the Student Book, Communication Activities are visually-based or information-gap activities designed for the teacher to use with the whole class or break students into pairs or small groups.

The Communication Activities that are specifically designed for

pairs/small group work have separate parts (A, B, and sometimes C) . The instructor should assign one student or a team of students to each part and provide detailed instructions. While students are working, the instructor should observe the different pairs/groups to provide additional support as necessary.

The number of the Communication Activity does not necessarily match the Book Unit number. You will find the CA in the Overview of the Unit in the TRP.

The instructions for Communication Activities are found in the Trainer Resource Pack for the Unit they correspond to.

Communication Activities (CA)

Sample Communication Activities (CA) from the Student Book

The instructor should use CA to facilitate the Presentation, Practice and Production stages of the lesson.

The inlingua Student Workbook • In addition to the

Student Book, instructors have access to copies of the Student Workbook in the center library

• Most IEP students

do not receive a personal copy

inlingua Listening CDs and Supplementary CDs

• Listening CDs are found in the back of the Student Book and/or Workbook

• Supplementary CDs are available upon request from the center administration

• We no longer use cassettes

Your username and password are created once you are assigned to a GPIP course.

Username first initial of your first name and your full last name example: jsmith for John Smith

Password last six digits of your social security number, no hyphens

inlingua Online Learning Website address = http://www.serverws4.com/fx/i_miami/

Features of the iOL system include: Level-specific Workbook Exercises Level-specific Learning Path Activities Vocabulary and Dictionary Grammar Book Results Tracking

Speaking and Listening Practice Reading and Writing Practice Customizable News Internal Messaging Useful Links

All GPIP and TL2 students have access to iOL

Only GPIP instructors are expected to provide support in the iOL system

GPIP instructors need to assign appropriate iOL content for all students in their group as well as evaluate the students’ progress on a weekly basis (instructors receive compensation for one 45-minute unit for iOL work each week)

Testing Materials: Progress Test Achievement Test

• The center administration will provide you with enough copies of the Progress or Achievement Test for the students in your group when it is time to administer it (either at the midpoint or end of the quarter)

• The test instructions will be provided to you each time

• Do not to use the pass and fail scale in the inlingua instructions because we use higher values, refer to the curriculum sheet for the correct passing score value for your course

• These tests are administered during regular class time and indicated on the pedagogical chart

• Students must use the provided answer sheet, which is where you will indicate the final test score

• Submit the final scored answer sheet for each student to the center administration; make sure that you clearly indicate each section score, the total score, and a proficiency value from the ILR scale

• After all tests are scored, use regular class time to review the results and answers with the class (this may take place on a different day for large groups)

AdditionalEnglish 3

Progress Test

Instructions for Staff

The English Progress Test is intended to be administered by trainers after the

student has completed Unit 15 of the program. A certificate is available on which

you can record the grades in grammar and vocabulary as well as in all four skills

(listening, speaking, reading and writing).

The test has 5 parts and lasts 50 minutes. Allow students no more than 40

minutes to complete Parts 1 and 2.

The folder contains:

• this cover sheet

• instructions on how to administer and grade the test and evaluate a student’s

level of achievement

• the listening texts for Part 3

• the test itself

• an answer sheet, which should be duplicated and distributed to each student

for use for Parts 1 and 2

2English 3 Progress Test

Evaluation of Student Progress

There is a specific inlingua English Progress Test for every inlingua English program.

Although all inlingua assessments naturally place the greatest emphasis on oral and

aural skills, this particular test gives an overall grade which incorporates all four skills.

Key

Part 1 Grammar and vocabulary

Students have 10 minutes to complete the 15 multiple-choice questions in this part.

Please use the inlingua template to mark the answers.

Part 2 Reading

Students have 10 minutes to complete the 10 multiple-choice questions in this part


Part 3 Listening

Students have 10 minutes to complete the 10 true or false questions based on texts

read aloud by the trainer or recorded on CD.

26. False 31. True

27. True 32. False

28. False 33. False

29. True 34. True

30. True 35. False

Part 4 Writing

Students have 15 minutes to write a composition based on a statement. They must

consider both positive and negative aspects before making a final recommendation.

Consideration must be given to layout. If necessary, the trainer should pre-teach a

composition structure.

Part 5 Speaking

Students talk about something he/she feels strongly about for 3 or 4 minutes.

Students have 5 minutes to prepare. This part must be conducted with the whole

class. All students not presenting must ask the speaker ONE question at the end of

the presentation.

inlingua English Certificate of Attendance

There is a generic Certificate of Attendance which can be used for any inlingua

English program. It provides an opportunity to grade all four skills separately.

GENERAL CRITERIA

The total number of points is 50. These points are distributed as per the marking

scheme.

3English 3 Progress Test

Part 1 Grammar and vocabulary 15 points

1 point for each multiple-choice question answered correctly. No deductions for incorrect replies.

Part 2 Reading 10 points


Part 3 Listening 10 points

1 point for each correct answer. No deductions for incorrect replies.

Part 4 Writing 5 points

The 5 points are awarded as follows:

5 points: Very good ability in written expression. All four specified items are covered. Some minor mistakes in grammar or vocabulary.

4 points: Good ability in written expression. Four of the specified items covered. Some minor mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

3 points: Satisfactory ability in written expression. Three of the specified items are covered. Several minor and one or two major mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

2 points: Unsatisfactory ability in written expression. Only two of the specified items covered. Many minor and major mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

0–1 points: Poor ability in written expression. Only parts of some of the specified items covered. Many minor and major mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

Part 5 Speaking 10 points

The 10 points for communication, pronunciation and fluency are awarded as follows:

9–10 points: Confident, fluent and accurate response to most questions and cues. Several more extended replies. Good pronunciation and intonation very close to standard English. Good strategies to cope with the unexpected.

6–8 points: Satisfactory response to most questions and cues. Pronunciation generally intelligible and intonation fairly close to standard English. Comprehension of what is said rarely hindered. Several minor inaccuracies.

3–5 points: Need to repeat several questions and prompts. Pronunciation and intonation poor, making comprehension of what is said difficult. Able to reply satisfactorily to the simple questions.

1–2 points: Responses slow and need of constant prompts and repetition. Comprehension of what is said almost impossible. Pronunciation poor. Many major and minor inaccuracies. Replies generally short.

0 points: Failure to comprehend or respond. Minimal responses not in English. Mainly inaccurate.

GRADES

Add the scores for the written and oral tests to obtain an aggregate score.

44–50 points Excellent

38–43 points Very good

31–37 points Good

25–30 points Pass grade

If a student scores less than 25, no grade should be awarded.

Marking Scheme

AdditionalEnglish 3

Achievement Test

Instructions for Staff

The English Achievement Test is intended to be administered by trainers after the

student has completed Unit 30 of the program. A certificate is available on which

you can record the grades in grammar and vocabulary as well as in all four skills

(listening, speaking, reading and writing).

The test has 5 parts and lasts 90 minutes. Allow students no more than 40

minutes to complete Parts 1 and 2.

The folder contains:

• this cover sheet

• instructions on how to administer and grade the test and evaluate a student’s

level of achievement

• the listening texts for Part 3

• the test itself

• an answer sheet, which should be duplicated and distributed to each student

for use for Parts 1 and 2

2English 3 Achievement Test

There is a specific inlingua English Achievement Test for every inlingua English program.

Although all inlingua assessments naturally place the greatest emphasis on oral and

aural skills, this particular test gives an overall grade which incorporates all four skills.

Key

Part 1 Grammar and vocabulary



Part 2 Reading



Part 3 Listening

Students have 20 minutes to complete the 15 true or false questions based on texts

read aloud by the trainer or recorded on CD.

51. True 56. False 61. True

52. True 57. True 62. False

53. False 58. True 63. True

54. False 59. False 64. True

55. False 60. True 65. False

Part 4 Writing

Students have 25 minutes to write an application for a job. They must describe their

background, say why they want the job and where they will be in five years.

Consideration must be given to layout. If necessary, the trainer should pre-teach an

application structure.

Part 5 Speaking

Students talk about a festival in his/her/another country for 3 or 4 minutes. They have

5 minute to prepare. This part must be conducted with the whole class. All students

not presenting must ask the speaker ONE question at the end of the presentation.

inlingua English Certificate of Achievement

There is a generic Certificate of Achievement which can be used for any inlingua

English program. It provides an opportunity to grade all four skills separately.

GENERAL CRITERIA

The total number of points is 80. These points are distributed as per the marking

scheme.

Evaluation of Student Achievement

3English 3 Achievement Test

Part 1 Grammar and vocabulary 15 points

½ point for each multiple-choice question answered correctly. No deductions for incorrect replies.

Part 2 Reading 20 points


Part 3 Listening 15 points

1 point for each correct answer. No deductions for incorrect replies.

Part 4 Writing 10 Points

The 10 points are awarded as follows:

9–10 points: Very good ability in written expression. All six specified items covered. Only one or two minor mistakes in grammar or vocabulary.

7–8 points: Good ability in written expression. Four of the specified items covered. Some minor mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

5–6 points: Satisfactory ability in written expression. Three of the specified items covered. Several minor and one or two major mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

3–4 points: Unsatisfactory ability in written expression. Only two of the specified items covered. Many minor and major mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

0–2 points: Poor ability in written expression. Only parts of some of the specified items covered. Many minor and major mistakes in grammar and vocabulary.

Part 5 Speaking 20 points

The 20 points for communication, pronunciation and fluency are awarded as follows:

16–20 points: Confident, fluent and accurate response to most questions and cues. Several more extended replies of two or three sentences. Good pronunciation and intonation very close to standard English. Good strategies to cope with the unexpected. Able to initiate and sustain a conversation.

11–15 points: Satisfactory response to most questions and cues. Pronunciation generally intelligible and intonation fairly close to standard English. Comprehension of what is said rarely hindered. Several minor inaccuracies. Able to ask a number of simple questions to elicit information.

6–10 points: Need to repeat several questions and prompts. Pronunciation and intonation poor, making comprehension of what is said difficult. Able to reply satisfactorily to the simple questions. Unable to handle verbs in different tenses. Difficulty in asking a sequence of related questions.

1–5 points: Responses slow and need for constant prompts and repetition. Comprehension of what is said almost impossible. Pronunciation poor. Many major and minor inaccuracies. Replies generally short. Unable to initiate a conversation successfully.

0 points: Failure to comprehend or respond. Minimal responces not in English. Mainly inaccurate.

GRADES

Add the scores for the written and oral tests to obtain an aggregate score.

70–80 points Excellent 50–59 points Good

60–69 points Very good 40–49 points Pass grade

If a student scores less than 40, no grade should be awarded.

Marking scheme

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