Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2022 13:41:19 GMT 9
Hello, everyone!
It has been so long since I have last posted in the forums, hue. However, I wanted to ask my question here instead of elsewhere.
Recently, I received an irai to give a self-introduction to my area's elementary and middle schools! Yay!! I'm really looking forward to meeting the kids and teachers, as many of them have wanted me to comethese past 8 months that I have been here.
One request they had for me after introducing myself was coming up with a game activity suitable for elementary and junior high students that can help them learn about American culture. For context, I was asked to present for the schools' English classes, so everything will be in English (unless the students do not understand something, in which case parts may be explained in Japanese).
So far, I have some game ideas like Jeopardy or Mystery Box, where students can divide up into two teams and take turns answering multiple choice questions to learn more about me and American culture. For example, one question might be: "Where is Hikari from in the U.S.? A. Los Angeles, California B. Dallas, Texas C. Denver, Colorado". But do you all think these types of games would be appropriate for younger students? I have never taught nor presented for these age groups before, so I have zero clue what they find entertaining in classroom settings. hue
Also, have any of you tried more hands-on activities with students after presenting? What are some games you have tried and found to be more successful than others?
I welcome any ideas you all have for me. Thank you! : )
It has been so long since I have last posted in the forums, hue. However, I wanted to ask my question here instead of elsewhere.
Recently, I received an irai to give a self-introduction to my area's elementary and middle schools! Yay!! I'm really looking forward to meeting the kids and teachers, as many of them have wanted me to come
One request they had for me after introducing myself was coming up with a game activity suitable for elementary and junior high students that can help them learn about American culture. For context, I was asked to present for the schools' English classes, so everything will be in English (unless the students do not understand something, in which case parts may be explained in Japanese).
So far, I have some game ideas like Jeopardy or Mystery Box, where students can divide up into two teams and take turns answering multiple choice questions to learn more about me and American culture. For example, one question might be: "Where is Hikari from in the U.S.? A. Los Angeles, California B. Dallas, Texas C. Denver, Colorado". But do you all think these types of games would be appropriate for younger students? I have never taught nor presented for these age groups before, so I have zero clue what they find entertaining in classroom settings. hue
Also, have any of you tried more hands-on activities with students after presenting? What are some games you have tried and found to be more successful than others?
I welcome any ideas you all have for me. Thank you! : )
