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____________ ___ Quote / Poem
The first chapter of In Flanders Fields and Other Poems (a 1919 collection of poems by John McCrae) gives the text of the poem as follows:
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
Proverbs
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Phrases/Idioms
Devil's Advocate:
Someone who takes a position for the sake of argument without believing in that particular side of the arguement. It can also mean one who presents a counter argument for a position they do believe in, to another debater.
Cry Over Spilt Milk:
When you complain about a loss from the past.
Go The Extra Mile:
Going above and beyond whatever is required for the task at hand.
Vocabulary
Exceptional
adjective
1.
forming an exception or rare instance; unusual; extraordinary: The warm weather was exceptional for January.
2.
unusually excellent; superior: an exceptional violinist.
3.
Education . (of a child)
a.
being intellectually gifted.
b.
being physically or especially mentally handicapped to an extent that special schooling is required.
Delirium
noun, plural
1.
Pathology . a more or less temporary disorder of the mental faculties, as in fevers, disturbances of consciousness, or intoxication, characterized by restlessness, excitement, delusions, hallucinations, etc.
2.
a state of violent excitement or emotion.
Sufficient
adjective
1.
adequate for the purpose; enough: sufficient proof; sufficient protection.
2.
Logic . (of a condition) such that its existence leads to the occurrence of a given event or the existence of a given thing. Compare necessary
verb (used with object)
1.
to arrange in a straight line; adjust according to a line.
3.
to bring into cooperation or agreement with a particular group, party, cause, etc.: He aligned himself with the liberals.
4.
to adjust (two or more components of an electronic circuit) to improve the response over a frequency band, as to align the tuned circuits of a radio receiver for proper tracking throughout its frequency range, or a television receiver for appropriate wide-band responses.
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Quality Assurance
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At KGIC we pride ourselves on providing quality services Our ESL campuses, in British Columbia, Ontario and Nova Scotia are accredited by
Languages Canada and our campuses in British Columbia also are allowed to carry the EQA seal. BCEQA
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Greetings!
November has brought cooler weather to Canada, a National holiday and a lot of moustaches! In this issue we discuss Remembrance Day, KGIBC's Business Management program Demo Lessons and Movember. We also have two interesting interviews, for you to read. One is from Mia Miyakozawa who is a recent graduate from KGIBC-CTC. The other is from Chet Galpin who is the Director of our KGIC Surrey Campus.
We hope you find this addition of eNews interesting and informative.
Sincerely,
Your KGIC Team
King George International College
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Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is a statutory holiday in most parts of Canada except for Ontario and Quebec. It falls annually on November 11th as the end of WWI was official at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. This is the day when Canadians remember the soldiers and members of our armed forces that have lost their lives for our freedoms. There are many special ceremonies held around the country. Canadians are asked to observe 2 minutes of silence at 11:00am to remember and honour the people that lost their lives in war. Red poppies are the emblem of Remembrance Day and are worn on the left side of our clothing and outerwear. The poppies became famous from the poem "In Flanders Fields" that describes how these flowers bloomed across some of the worst battlefields of WWI. |
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Business Management In a Nutshell
offered in Vancouver and Toronto
Why were people camping out in the backyard of the Vancouver Art Gallery? What makes Apple an exceptional company, and how will the company fare after Steve Jobs? With so many troubling headlines, what are my career chances? Why is HMV closing its flagship store on Robson and Burrard?
These are just some of the questions we look at and discuss in the Business Management program at KGIBC. Having a basic grasp of what business is all about, and what makes an economy tick, is vital to finding one's place in the world.
Have you ever wondered what human resource managers look for in a candidate? Are you curious about what Wall Street is up to? Does the Occupy Wall Street movement puzzle you? Would you like to know what it feels like to start your own business? Have you ever wondered what kind of manager you will be?
KGIBC's Business Management program hands you some important keys in broadening your vision of global business. Companies are looking for people with flair, resourcefulness, and great attitude. That is what Business Management is aiming for: to make sure you are one of them.
Greed & Madness Strike Business Students!
Every couple of months, whenever Module 3 comes around, collective madness strikes the Business Management students. On day one of the module, all students sign up for an online stock game. The game mirrors what goes on in the real Wall Street. People start buying and selling to 'beat the market', and, more importantly, to prove they can outsmart, outrun, and outmanoeuvre their classmates.
 For three weeks, strange things happen in the business program. Relationships break up. New partnerships are formed. Excitement hits levels of delirium. Strangers receive spontaneous hugs after a big win. Hair is yanked out after a shattering loss.
For three weeks, we experience what Wall Street traders go through on a day-to-day basis: we buy and sell stocks, we study charts, we peer intently into the future, we try and figure out which stocks are about to take off, and which ones are ready to drop through the floor.
Learning is doing. Learning is gambling. Studying is getting ready for the heart-stopping business of the real world. Welcome to the stock game. Welcome to the Business Management program!
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Movember
During November in Canada many men participate in the challenge of "Movember." This is when they become clean shaven on November 1st and commit to growing their moustaches for the entire month of November to raise money and awareness for men's health (especially for prostate cancer.) 
These mos - mo is short for moustache - can be seen everywhere and become walking billboards for the discussion of the often ignored issues of men's health. Movember has only been around for a few years but it is quickly growing into an annual tradition. KGIC has several students and teachers participating. If you would like to make a donation please search for KGIC on the Movember website!
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Interview With KGIBC-CTC Student
Mai Miyakozawa
What was your background (employment, income, English speaking friends) before you studied at KGIBC?
I was a university student in Japan studying English education when I learned of the TESOL course at KGIBC. To make sure my English skills were strong I took 2 months of ESL at KGIC then I took EPT and the TESOL for Middle School programs at KGIBC.
What were your future goals and reasons for study at KGIBC-CTC?
My goal was to become an English teacher, so I needed to learn how to teach English in English. I couldn't acquire that kind of teaching ability through university life in Japan. The experience that I had in KGIBC-CTC was really precious.
What were the parts of your studies you found to be most interesting and useful to you?
The presentations were most useful because after each one I would get useful feedback on how to improve my teaching skills. I was learning theory and practice at the same time.
Who would you recommend the program to?
I would recommend this program to people who are interested in working in education however, even if your goal is not to become a teacher, students in the TESOL program learn a lot about public speaking and what vocabulary to use when giving instructions to large groups.
I also strongly recommend taking both EPT and TESOL courses at KGIBC. Whether or not you have previous teaching experience taking the EPT program is good preparation for the TESOL program.
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Demo Lessons
Besides English as a Second Language KGIC and KGIBC-CTC offer a wide variety of language enhancement and professional programs for students to further continue their development. For many students, choosing a specialized program can be difficult amid the myriad of options and that is why we offer both trial lessons (sit in on an actual class) and demo lessons (take a simulated class after school).
Demo lessons are led by the program coordinator for the course and depending on the number of students who attend and the course instructor, last between 30-60 minutes. A demo lesson generally consists of:
· an introduction to the instructor
· students' explanations of why they would like to take the program
· a brief overview of the course and its schedule and objectives
· program specific task: interactive and participatory
· question and answer session
· handout for the students to take home
The task taught depends on what the program the demo lesson is for but some possible examples are:
· PMM: Vocal Delivery and Impromptu Speeches
· IT-K: Role-play of an Interpretation Session
· TESOL: Eliciting from Pictures
· TESOL for Children: Letter Formation and Phonics
· TESOL for Middle School: Content-based Teaching Memorization Techniques
These demo lessons are extremely effective as students see an actual lesson from the course. All of the content mentioned is covered in that course. As well, the task portion of the demo lesson is totally interactive so students should come prepared to participate. Students will not be sitting through a lecture but actually learning the material as it would be instructed in a regular lesson. The opportunity students have to ask the instructor questions is also valuable as they can confirm that their own personal objectives are aligned with the course objectives and they are making the best choice for their future.
If a student wants to get a better idea of what exactly happens in any of the specialized programs then a demo lesson is the best way for them to do that.
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Interview with The Director of Surrey Campus - Chet Galpin
I have heard that you have a lot of new activities going on at Surrey Campus. Can you tell us about them?
Yeah, in addition to some of the activities that were already running, we've got our Poker Club on Wednesdays, soccer after school on Thursdays, our Movie Club on Tuesdays and Martial Arts on Mondays and Wednesdays...
Are you are the one teaching martial arts to students at Surrey Campus?
Yes! I have been studying for 20 years and have been teaching for 10.
Mainly, I teach ITF style Tae Kwon Do, but I also take aspects from quite a few other arts that I have been introduced to, such as boxing, Kung Fu and Balintawak. Check out our video about our Martial Arts classes.
How is studying martial arts helpful to KGIC students' success?
There are several ways that studying martial arts with me is helpful to students' success. The two main reasons are as follows: first, martial arts, like gymnastics, provide excellent exercise that also teaches one to understand how to use the body properly. Experience in either of these helps people to engage more effectively in other sports and physical activities, giving them more confidence and self-esteem. Students also get to improve their listening skills, increase their vocabulary and work on interrogatives. One of the greatest things about studying a language is that you can study pretty much anything else at the same time!
Can you tell me about your new media room?
Sure, our media room has the capabilities to provide teachers with tools to enhance teaching and present ideas in new ways to the students. It allows Surrey Campus the opportunity to create unique new classes and activities for the students, and it also gives the students a place where they can relax, interact and enjoy some recreation.
Sounds great! What exactly do you have in the Media Room?
We have a full surround-sound stereo hooked up to a HD projector and a 100" screen. These are powered both by a Sony PS3 and an Apple IMac computer. We also have seating on three leather couches so that everything can be enjoyed in comfort and style.
Great! It sounds like you have a lot going on at Surrey Campus! Thank you so much for your time.
You're welcome. Thank you for talking to me. Come and visit any time! |
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