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In this orientation module, Module 0, you will be introduced to the Teaching English Through English online course that is designed to guide English language teachers to reflectively think about their instructional practices and consider various strategies to actively engage students in communicative language learning. The purpose of completing Module 0 prior to engaging with the 10 modules in this course is to prepare you for a successful start in this professional learning process. This module is a starting point from which you will become familiar with the course syllabus, goals, and learning platform (i.e., the Google site), while also understanding how to be a part of an online community of practice. Additionally, you will learn what it means to be a reflective English language educator by exploring the ways that purposeful reflection can be present in your practice. The goals of Module 0 are for you to learn how to navigate the Google site and begin to engage with the content, which is designed to extend your learning and begin to engage in reflective practices.

By the end of the module, you will be able to: 

• explain the goals and outcomes for this course.

• navigate through the Teaching English Through English Google site

• get to know your colleagues in an online community of practice.

• describe what it means to be a reflective English language educator

Click here to download the Module 0 Packet.

0.1 Watch

Watch the following two videos to learn more about the course and how to make the most of the learning activities.  

0.2 Read 

Explore what this course is about by doing these two readings.

Readings

Reading 1: Teaching English Through English Syllabus 

This is the syllabus for this course. It will give you an overview of the structure of this course and what you can expect to do through the ten modules.

Reading 2: What is Reflection?  by Rebecca Fox and Kelley Webb

This is a short slide deck about reflection that will give you an understand about critical reflective practice. It will start you on your journey toward deep and critical reflection.

Source: Fox, R., & Webb, K. (2021). What is reflection? [PowerPoint slides]. Teaching English through English: English Speaking Nation for Uzbekistan Program. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-db814ozOrfFVViXyCwp3pzk0SLoHsa1/view?usp=sharing

0.3 Search  

Explore the TETE Google Site through a Scavenger Hunt! Answer as many questions as possible. Click here to complete the Scavenger Hunt activity. 

0.4 Create 

Write a list of ideas for areas of reflection from your classroom context. Think about aspects of teaching English through English that you would like to explore and enhance. For each idea on your list, think about how you might begin to "answer" these questions.

Note: This will be added to your Portfolio. 

0.5 Share 

Introduce yourself in your group chat and share your list of ideas for areas of reflection. Introduction Activity: My Typical Day

• Start by introducing yourself. Include your name, where you live, where your work, and your position. If you are a teacher include the subject and grades you teach.

• Next, describe your typical day. Describe your typical day from start to finish, between waking up and going to bed. If you are a teacher, include your typical day in class by describing some activities. You can start with: "On a typical day, I do many things. First, I wake up and..."

• Last, share your list of ideas for areas of reflection. "Some areas for reflection from my teaching context are..."

0.6 Reflect

Write 1-2 paragraphs to reflect on Module 0 (300-500 words) responding to: 

Write a reflection about reflection! In what ways do you think this course will help you reflect on your teaching practice and “see” new ideas for teaching English through English? How do you think that engaging in a community of practice (CoP) in your Telegram chat group will affect your reflection and teaching practice? 

Note: This will be added to your Portfolio.