As we informed you in our previous issue, our new Senior English Language Fellow Carol Haddaway is arriving in Kyiv this month. She will be serving for the academic year 2011-12 with the English Teaching Resource Center at Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. Prior to this assignment she served as a Senior ELF in Damascus, Syria where she conducted teacher training for the English Language Supervisors, Ministry of Education and at the American Language Center. Carol has designed and taught TESOL Methodology courses face to face and online in the E-Teacher Scholarship Program at UMBC and was a full time Instructional Specialist at Anne Arundel Community College. She also designed and taught ESP for Medical and Science Professionals at the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She has a Master’s degree in Instructional System Design/ESOL Bilingual from UMBC and a MSc degree in

Applied Behavioral Sciences from JHU.Soon after her arrival to Ukraine, Carol will be engaged in a two-day event organized by the Office of English Language Programs. But starting October 18 she will conduct the teacher training workshops and moderate Youth Discussion Club meetings at ETRC.

In addition to the regular teacher training workshops at ETRC, the Office of English Language Programs is pleased to offer the fourth ETL webinar course entitled Shaping the Way We Teach English. The 5 online seminars of the course cover a variety of topics and are intended for teachers of English or future teachers of English around the world. The series will run from October 5 to November 30, 2011. Each 90-minute webinar will take place every other Wednesday from 3:00 – 4:30 PM.As the number of work stations that can access the webinars is limited in Ukraine, we invite all those who are interested in participating in the ELT webinars to register as members of a viewing group at ETRC. We will join the webinars on one of our computers and project the video on a screen so that the participants could get a better view and an opportunity to fully engage with the webinars. Certificates will be provided by the Office of English Language Programs for those who will attend at least 3 sessions. That includes the viewing group participants.

Please sign up in advance to attend a particular event at the circulation desk, by phone (044) 238-66-10, by e-mail: etrc_kyiv@yahoo.com, or send a text message to 067 230-7619, providing your first and last names, the institution name and your contact number.

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a) Teacher Training Workshops Schedule

Wednesday, October 5 from 3:00 – 4:30 PM ELT Webinar 1 Shaping the Way We Teach English : Exploiting Literature in Project Based Learning Presenter: Janet K. Orr, Education Specialist, Member of the TESOL Board of Directors, U.S.

Tuesday, October 18 from 4:00 – 5:30 PM Increasing Classroom Interactions – Methods and TechniquesPresenter: Carol Haddaway, Senior English Language Fellow, U.S. Department of StateThis workshop will review the various methods and techniques used to teach English as a Foreign Language. It will show how different perceptions on learning, language acquisition, and the nature of language affected the approaches taken in the classroom and appreciate how methods complement each other. In addition, principles of language teaching and learning will be presented to better inform your instructional practice.

Wednesday, October 19 from 3 :00 – 4 :30 PM ELT Webinar 2 Shaping the Way We Teach English : The Question of Grammar in the English Classroom Presenter: Dr. Kelli Odhuu, E-Teacher Program Officer , U.S. Department of State

Wednesday, October 19 from 4:40 – 6:00 PM Increasing Classroom Interactions – Methods and TechniquesPresenter: Carol Haddaway, Senior English Language Fellow, U.S. Department of State(The workshop is the repetition of the one that will be delivered on Tuesday, October 18)

Tuesday, October 25 from 4:00 – 5:30 PM Listening… A Neglected Skill?Presenter: Carol Haddaway, Senior English Language Fellow, U.S. Department of State

Why is listening important to you? What do you need to listen to? Do you need to understand EVERY word that you hear? This presentation will discuss the different skills involved in listening. We will also look at ways to make listening input comprehensible and how to check comprehension through various techniques while building communicative abilities of students.

Wednesday, October 26 from 4:00 – 5:30 PM Listening… A Neglected Skill?Presenter: Carol Haddaway, Senior English Language Fellow, U.S. Department of State(The workshop is the repetition of the one that will be delivered on Tuesday, October 25).

b) Youth Discussion Club Schedule

Friday, October 21 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM Youth Discussion Club: Culture as DifferenceModerator: Carol Haddaway, Senior English Language Fellow, U.S. Department of StateSince language and culture are closely intertwined, consider which aspects of your source/home culture might people from other cultures find interesting, strange, or hard to understand? We can explore topics such as use of time, eating habits, ‘second chances’, greetings, male/female roles, your choice, etc. Let’s

reflect and appreciate these differences.

c) Youth Film Club Schedule

Thursday, October 6 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM The Education of Little Tree (Runtime 115 min.) with English subtitlesLittle Tree is an 8-year-old Cherokee boy, who, during the time of the depression, loses his parents and starts to live with his Indian grandma and grandpa and learn the wisdom of the Cherokee way of life.

Thursday, October 13 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM Inherit the Wind (Runtime 128 min.) with English subtitlesBased on a real-life case in 1925, two great lawyers argue the case for and against a science teacher accused of the crime of teaching evolution.

Thursday, October 20 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM Field of Dreams (Runtime 107 min.) with English subtitlesAn Iowa corn farmer, hearing voices, interprets them as a command to build a baseball diamond in his fields; he does, and the Chicago Black Sox come.

Thursday, October 27 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM 84 Charing Cross Road (Runtime 100 min.) with English subtitlesTrue story of a transatlantic business correspondence about used books that developed into a close friendship.

Please sign up in advance to attend a particular event at the circulation desk, by phone (044) 238-66-10, by e-mail: etrc_kyiv@yahoo.com, or send a text message to 067 230-7619, providing your first and last names, the institution name and your contact number.

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a) Visit new ETRC Website!English Teaching Resource Center is pleased to announce the launch of its new interactive website http://www.etrckyiv.com/. We would like to give a credit to Thomas Tasker, Senior English Language Fellow 2009-11, for inspiring the idea of the website and supporting its development.The website was designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate. Its domain name is simple, explicit and memorable.On the site pages you will find the general information about ETRC and its library resources and services, the latest information about upcoming events and new library acquisitions, announcements

from the U.S. Embassy and our partner organizations, and useful online resources. The information on the website is often and regularly updated, so that you don’t need to wait for the next ETRC newsletter.Please register if you wish to provide feedback or share your ideas, impressions and concerns with your colleagues on the Forum. Registration is quick and free.If you experience any problems using the website or if you have any suggestions, please contact the ETRC at etrc_kyiv @ yahoo.com . Please feel free to check out the new website and share its address with anyone who might be interested. We hope you enjoy it.

There are other ways to stay in-touch and informed about ETRC happenings. Check out our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com by searching ETRC Kyiv.

b) Newsletter Visnyk now in FacebookThe Public Affairs Section’s newsletter Visnyk is now in Facebook. Beside archived and new issues, the page contains also articles/feedbacks from education alumni of U.S. Government funded-programs and educators from Ukraine and USA, exchanges of innovative experiences and ideas, as well as announcements, information on education issues, programs, events and youth initiatives, and highlights and resources – among other things.If you are young in spirit and interested in education issues and initiatives, check it out and join in!www.facebook.com/visnyk

c) Future Leaders Exchange Program, Ukraine 2012-2013The Future Leaders Exchange Program (FLEX) in Ukraine is holding entrance testing for the 2012-2013 academic year. FLEX is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State, is administered by American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS (American Councils) and supported by the Ministry of Education, Science, Youth and Sports of Ukraine. The program provides Ukrainian high school students with

an opportunity to study in U.S. high schools and live in American families for one academic year.Go to http://www.americancouncils.org.ua/en/pages/10/ to find out about the dates and places of competition in October.Attached please see a description of the program and a summary of the recruiting (2.1).

d) America Days in Kharkiv 2011From September 26 – 29, 2011, Kharkiv hosted America Days – a series of events organized by the US Embassy in Kyiv to celebrate the many ties between Kharkiv and the Unites States. US Ambassador John F. Tefft visited the city to open these “America Days in Kharkiv” which included a jazz concert, opening of a new LEAP computer center, a photo exhibit September 26, “The Art of Science: Cosmic Mosaics from the Hubble Telescope” and an Education Fair. A host of activities took place during the four day days, many were open to the general public, including:Photo exhibit “The Art of Science: Cosmic Mosaics from the Hubble Telescope”Willie Martinez Band – Latin Jazz ConcertU.S. Education Day – A day long program which highlighted opportunities for studying in the US. The US Ambassador opened the Fair, which had representatives of such programs as Fulbright, Muskie and FLEX. The US consul general gave a talk on students and visas.

e) Willie Martinez and La Familia Sextet bring New York Latin Beat to Ukraine as Part of the American Music Series, September-October, 2011Willie Martinez, the well-known New York drummer and vocalist started performing with his band, La Familia Sextet, in concerts in Kharkiv (September 27), Simferopol (September 29), Kerch (September 30), and will be playing in Sevastopol (October 1), and Kyiv (October 3). Their concert opened “America Days” in Kharkiv, a four day celebration of US ties with the city.The tour continues the US Embassy’s American Music Series, launched in 2009. This time AMS is presenting Latin jazz fusion music to Ukrainian audiences. The tour is being co-organized by the Jazz in Kiev production agency, with famous Ukrainian radio personality Alex Kogan hosting the concerts.Willie Martinez is one of the most sought-after drummers and vocalists playing Latin Jazz in New York. His band, La Familia Sextet is an embodiment of what typical New York band looks like: musicians with diverse origins, backgrounds and experience performing together, echoing today’s musical landscape in the United States. The group plays original music written by its members and arrangements of Latin classics. The band’s music is a unique mix of Afro-Caribbean rhythm and the harmonic structure and improvisational nature of New York. The unusual combination of solo baritone sax and trombone, and the sizzling rhythm section makes audiences tap their feet, nod their heads and want to dance from the first chords to the final encore.La Familia Sextet is comprised of six members: Willie Martinez – drums, vocals; Misha Tsiganov – piano; J.Walter Hawkes - trombone; Max Schweiger – baritone sax, Jennifer Vincent - bass; and Renato Thorns – percussion.The La familia Sextet concert schedule:- October 1 7:00 PM – Sevastopol - Sailor’s Club , 1 Ushakova Square (tickets UAH 80 – 220, phone: 54-5453)- October 3 7:00 PM – Kyiv – House of Artists, 1-5 Artema Street (tickets UAH 100 – 260, phone: (095)111-5577)

We are pleased to introduce some new publications by the Office of English Language Programs, which are now available at the ETRC for borrowing and purchase.

PostersPicture USPicture US is a collection of 26 full-color durable posters showing various scenes from around the United States (farmers market, kindergarten students, rodeo, mural, powwow, etc.). The photographs are intended to stimulate and motivate students in conversation activities. An insert with detailed tips for using images in the classroom is included. The large format of the photographs makes them useful in large classes. The durability of the cards permits the students to handle them in small groups.You can purchase it for 40.00 UAH at the ETRC.

Forum City Poster ShowThese poster sets are a great, flexible classroom resource for information and discussion— a set of three posters corresponds to a city spotlighted in Forum vol. 46 and the feature article about that city, available online. Full-color photographs and basic facts about each city are great for sparking conversation and lend themselves to a variety of classroom activities. In addition, the four featured cities have many sister cities worldwide and may be of particular interest to teachers and students in those locations.

Poster Set 1 (12 posters) - Full SetYou can purchase it for 7.00 UAH (each poster) at the ETRC.

Poster Set 2 (4 posters) - Forum CoversYou can purchase it for 7.00 UAH (each poster) at the ETRC.

Poster Set 3 (3 posters) - New YorkYou can purchase it for 7.00 UAH (each poster) at the ETRC.

October 5 – World Teacher’s Day. Held annually since 1994 - when it was created by UNESCO – World Teacher’s Day acknowledges the efforts of teachers in an increasingly complex, multicultural and technological society. It is a day on which students, parents and community members can demonstrate their appreciation for the contributions that teachers have made to their community.The theme for this year is: Teachers for gender equality.http://www.5oct.org – World Teacher’s Day 2011

October 4-10 – World Space Week. The largest space event in the world and the ideal time for teachers to use space in the classroom to excite students about learning. The theme for World Space Week 2010 is "Mysteries of the Cosmos."http://www.worldspaceweek.org/ - Official website of the World Space Week

October 11 – Columbus Day. Annual U.S. federal holiday, commemoration of explorer Christopher Columbus' landing in the New World on October 12, 1492. For more information go to http://www.america.gov/st/washfile-english/2002/October/20021010183050ross@pd.state.gov0.9141504.html - Bush Proclaims October 14 Columbus Dayhttp://www.america.gov/st/peopleplace-english/2008/October/20071011170524pssnikwad0.9747736.html - Columbus Day Commemorates Explorer’s Arrival in New Worldhttp://columbus-day.z12.net/2010.php - Columbus Day 2010

October 16 – World Food Day. Worldwide event designed to increase awareness, understanding and informed, year-around action to alleviate hunger.http://www.un.org/depts/dhl/food/index.html

October 24 - United Nations Day. By Presidential Proclamation. For more information, go to http://www.un.org/en/index.shtml.

October 28 - Statue of Liberty Dedicated. On this day in 1886, the statue, a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States, was dedicated. The statue was known originally as Liberty Enlightening the World. Go to http://www.statueofliberty.net/flash/solflashtour_v2.html for a flash tour.

October 31 – Halloween. Annual holiday that has roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain and the Christian holiday All Saints' Day, but is today largely a secular celebration.For Halloween resources and ideas go to http://www.halloween-online.com/.

Have you ever thought "I wish life came with an instruction manual"?That's why the 10 Rules for Being Human are so important. They answer the fundamental question...What is the purpose of life?So click http://www.thesearetherulesmovie.com, sit back and enjoy the 10 Rules for Being Human from a little book that sold over 4 million copies!And don't forget to share this link and movie with your friends, co-workers and family! They'll thank you for doing it.

Space Sciences Teacher ResourcesThese printables, lessons, and activities for space sciences are out of this world! Encourage students to explore what is known about the universe, and imagine what is still to be discovered with these cross-curricular teaching resources. There are handouts for elementary, intermediate, and secondary students on a variety of subjects. From determining students' weight in space to making a miniature comet, you'll find fun activities for math, art, technology, science, language arts, and more!http://www.teachervision.fen.com/space-sciences/teacher-resources/6664.html

Columbus Day Teacher ResourcesColumbus Day occurs on the second Monday in October. To find great lessons, printables, and activities for all grades on this important explorer, browse the teaching resources below. You'll find cross-curricular Columbus Day resources for math, art, language arts, and more! Teach your students about the history of this holiday and debunk myths about Christopher Columbus. Students will have fun learning about geography and the history of the New World as they track this explorer's travels.http://www.teachervision.fen.com/columbus-day/teacher-resources/6607.html

Food Resources for TeachersFood is a fun subject for students of all ages with these lesson plans and printables. Explore the many educational uses of food with your class during National Nutrition Month (March). You'll find plenty of cross-curricular resources, including edible art projects, songs about nutrition, and recipes from around the globe. Students will enjoy hands-on activities that use candy to learn about math and science. You'll also find worksheets on the human digestive system and healthy eating.http://www.teachervision.fen.com/foods/teacher-resources/6621.html

Halloween Teacher ResourcesExplore the literature, customs, and history of Halloween, using our lessons, printables, and resources. You'll find everything from costume patterns and printable Halloween masks to counting activities and vocabulary lessons. Students love this autumn holiday – take advantage of it and integrate these Halloween resources into any of your classes to enhance cross-curricular study for all grade levels.http://www.teachervision.fen.com/halloween/teacher-resources/6626.html

Our lives have no doubt been touched by teachers, coaches, parents, and mentorswho have shaped us for the better!In preparation for Teacher’s Day,

we would like to dedicate this short inspirational movie to great educators.http://www.teachermovie.com/