On Being Independent Learners...

Gentlemen,

A link was shared by Ms. Margaret this morning. An interactive website that informs you of the skills that you require at a university. Take a tour and learn more.

Universities require you to be Independent Learners!

After taking the tour, let's have a discussion!

Thank you Ms Margaret for sharing the link!

Happy touring!

Reading a book

Gents:

I know that reading comes an little difficult to a few of you. However, it doesn't have to viewed in that manner. Reading can be fun if you only apply some of what are discussed in this short video.

"I cannot live without books. "

"My reading of history convinces me that most bad government results from too much government"

Thomas Jefferson

"Reading opens eyes and minds.'

Harold (Bilal) Taft

Planning to Study Abroad?

Gentlemen,

It's true that some of you have already started the admission processes to universities abroad. So, the first step of choosing the country and consequently the university is done. However, for some of you who are still interested, here's a website that gives a complete profile of the universities in the UK, the top universities in the US and Australia.

Students are creating a website and working on a video that prepares students to study abroad. We shall upload the links for your viewing once they are done.

Here's a blog where a student writes his experiences about studying abroad. What caught attention was his recommendation of enjoying the experience if one could afford to and asking students to " get out of their comfort zone and try something new".

Yes gentlemen, most of us get into a comfort zone and become reluctant to start anything new.

Step out and expand your horizon!

Summer Challenge Program in UAE

Last summer, I was honored to be apart of UAE's Summer Challenge program held at YAS Marina Circuit. This program was funded and sponsored by Abu Dhabi Education Council, INSTITUTE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY and YAS MARINA CIRCUIT. As the Site Director, I got a change to observe how fulfilling and exciting such programs are. A sample of such programs offered in other parts of the world is attached below. Read the article and inquire if such a program might exist here in UAE.



Have Fun While Learning

Summer Challenge Program - Boston University Summer Term

The Summer Challenge program offers students a preview of college life and college coursework. During this two-week program, students participate in two academic seminars in the areas of abnormal psychology, business, creative writing, electrical and computer engineering, history of Boston, infectious diseases, international politics, journalism, law, mass communication, nutrition, persuasive writing, topics in philosophy, and visual arts.

• Two weeks. Middle of June to beginning of August.
• Grade Level: Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

For more information, visit the Summer Term website.

Writing About a Process

Today I would like us to take a closer look at one part of the IELTS Task 1 writing that often poses a great deal of difficulty for students - writing about a process.

When you write about a process, you need to pay attention to the structure of your essay, and they type of language you use in your essay.

First, I want you to WATCH THIS VIDEO, which explains, in detail, exactly how you should write an essay about a process.

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When that is finished, I would like you to work on ACTIVITY 1, which focuses on points made in the video above.

Finally, I would like you to open ACTIVITY 2, and complete it in class.

MARADONA IN DUBAI

Maradona receives warm welcome from fans

Argentine football legend visits Al Wasl Stadium and looks at club's new facilities

• By Gautam Bhattacharyya, Sports Editor
• Published: 00:04 May 15, 2011
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• Image Credit: Zarina Fernandes/Gulf News
• Football legend Diego Maradona of Argentina arrives at the Al Wasl Sports Club in Dubai on Saturday.

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Dubai: A hearty roar went up from the motley crowd as exactly at 7.30pm, a special guest walked into the Al Wasl Stadium yesterday evening.

Diego Maradona, clad in a casual blue tee-shirt, bermudas and a baseball cap, walked in for an interaction with members of the Al Wasl team, who were training for their upcoming UFL game. The club authorities had, earlier last week, announced the possibility of him visiting the club to take a look at their some of their new facilities — and expectations have been growing ever since among his fans here.

After making a brief appearance early in the afternoon, the Argentine legend came back in the evening. heavily escorted in a Mercedes four-wheel drive. While the smattering of fans would not have been more than 150, there was no dearth of enthusiasm and colour among them.

While quite a few were carrying the famous blue-and-white flag, one of them wore a bushy wig so typical with the football crowd all over the world.

A middle-aged gentleman in a kandoura was shouting "Diego... amigo." His shouts caught Maradona's attention, and he turned around blowing kisses in his inimitable style. After spending 20-odd minutes on the ground shaking hands with the players, officials and posing for photographers, Maradona was finally whisked out by the security personnel.

According to informed sources in the club, the legend would be staying in Dubai for quite a few days and could be "visiting the club again".



Ms. Sunita