Check out the video above to get a sense of what the EAC-Grupo Saturday Morning Program looks like.
Check out the video above to get a sense of what the EAC-Grupo Saturday Morning Program looks like.
Program Details:
Overview:
Between August, September, and October 2017, EAC students will hold two learning programs at Grupo Primavera for students ages 8-11 on Saturday mornings from 10am – 11:35am. There is a cap of 24 students per Saturday morning session.
Dates:
Program 1: August 26th, September 2nd and September 16th
Program 2: September 23rd, September 30th, and October 7th
Learning Outcomes:
The games and activities run by EAC students have specific learning goals in mind. Each activity is aimed at the following learning outcomes:
1. All learning activities engage students as inquirers and thinkers.
2. All learning activities build on what students know and can do.
3. All learning activities support students to become actively responsible for their own learning.
4. All learning activities use a variety of strategies.
5. All learning activities foster a stimulating environment based on understanding and respect.
Program #1: (August 26th, September 2nd and September 16th)
Part 1:
Legos 45 mins
Using Lego toys, students at Grupo Primavera will engage in challenging learning activities that test their thinking, creativity and communication skills. Students will be given challenges to build structures that push the limits of possibility and promote the necessity of group work and clear communication.
Part 2:
45 mins
In this section, students will get basic lessons on how to speak English. Lessons will cover all the basics from greetings to asking for simple items. The lessons will be accessible for Portuguese speakers of all levels. Using media, such as movie clips, songs and popular culture, simple conversational lessons will be given to students covering a variety of subjects.
Program #2: (September 23rd, September 30th, and October 7th)
Based on the likes and student interests of Grupo participants, a second program will be developed aimed to meet the unique tastes of Grupo Primavera.