Weekend work

Dear 12-07 & 12-03,

Good job on today's discussion about studying overseas. Don't forget to log onto your Edmodo account and submit your weekend assignment at http://www.edmodo.com/public/g12-07/group_id/92663

Don't forget to bring your positive learning attitude to our next class :)

Have a great weekend and see you on Sunday.

Weekend Homework - 'Writing' for Sections 1,5 & 9

This week you will write in your notebook on the theme 'Studying Overseas'.

The question - Is it important to study overseas? Express your opinion in about 100 - 150 words.

Submission date: Monday 4th October,2010

Good Manners Online

Now that you are using online tools to share your ideas and opinions in discussion boards and mini-blogging platforms such as Edmodo, you need to know the rules of communicating with others online or what we call netiquette.

Good manners are important at IAT not only at school but also on any online forum that is linked to the school community - teachers and students. I have made this short list of important manners that you need to maintain when we communicate with classmates and teachers online:

- Use appropriate language/media.

- Don't post the same note more than once. In other words, read what others have posted before publishing duplicated responses. After all this the whole point of a discussion board.

-You take the responsibility of all content that is posted under your username. So, don't share your account information with ANYONE!

- Respect copyrights. Even if you can change or edit someone else's posts, DON'T DO IT. This doesn't only violate copyright principles, but it is also DISRESPECTFUL.

- Keep your posts short and simple.

- Stick to the topic.

- If you take content from any source, please mention that in your post.

The list can be very long, but I think these are the most important points. If you wish to learn more about this topic, click here.

Happy online communication :)

Image credits, click here.

First Library Session!

Hello G12-07,

Please visit my blog at http://msragab.edublogs.org/2010/09/28/predicting-predicting/ to get information about your task at the library today.

Happy reading and predicting :)

Reading - Skimming & Scanning

To all G12 Students: skimming and scanning is an important reading strategy for you to master. Here is a simple exercise for you to practice!

IELTS, IELTS, IELTS!

What is IELTS? Where is IELTS accepted? How does IELTS help me? One could say the world speaks IELTS, as IELTS (the International English Language Testing System) is the world’s most proven English test. Over 1.4 million candidates take the test each year to start their journeys into international education and employment and is recognized by more than 6000 institutions in over 135 countries. Even if you are not planning to study overseas, a good IELTS score will make you the first choice for good schools and jobs here at home. Your teachers will work with you throughout the year, but the biggest job will be left up to you. Organize your time, study regularly, and work on each of the four skills (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening) not only at school, but at home. And not to worry - your hard work will pay off, as IAT graduates are now being considered amongst the best in the country!

Welcome Back Graduating Class of 2011

Welcome back, seniors! The G12 English Department is here to help assure that your graduating year is the best at IAT yet! Be sure to keep your eyes here on the G12 blog for important information that will make your senior year more successful. Your long road to graduation is nearly complete, but this year will be your biggest challenge. Aside from studying hard, Mr. Warren and the administration also expect you all to act as the leaders of the school, to set the tone (proper dress, proper conduct, etc., for all other students to follow). When we have visitors to our campus, please help to welcome our guests and to make them feel appreciated. Most of all, always remember that your teachers, admin staff, and student services are all here to help you through your most important year ever. Best of Luck!!