The Goal of Global English Campus


GEC...

  • ...is an online AI based learning system to quickly identify what students can and cannot do in relation to Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening competencies from Beginner level (A1) to High School level English proficiency (B1 or B2—on the CEFR scales).
  • ...has adapative and sequential learning strategies to constantly assess and assist students towards a higher level of English Skills, but with fun interactive online lesson and problem formats.
  • ...has thousands of lessons and problems, which each present in four levels of English difficulty (A1, A2, B1 and B2) and depending on a student’s needs, each problem is delivered in one of the four skills (Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening), to ensure students practise and use the skills they need most.

Global English Campus has one laser focused goal.
The entire purpose of our existance is to get students the language skills they need to study ALL ENGLISH ACADEMICS at their grade and age level. Give us a student in Second Grade, for example, and they will be capable of ALL ENGLISH ACADEMICS by the time they reach Grade 4.

GEC's English for Academic Success Ecosystem


  1. English training for academic purposes (*CLIL)
  2. Programs from Kinder through high school
  3. High School Dual Diploma Programs
  4. Oversea's University (councelling and admission support)
  5. Test preparation based on CEFR levels
  6. Advanced AI and adaptive learning systems
  7. Focus on essay writing using Academic Topics
  8. Engagement with gamification and social networking tools
  9. Animated and lecture video support

*Content and Language Integrated Learning - (Learning English across all academic subjects.)

Kinder Through 2nd Grade


At this young age children learn English much more easily, so starting early is best. Kinder students do self-study through gamification, and other fun approaches to learning English on touch-screen devises. For class directed learning or managed study with parents or teachers on hand, printed worksheets aligned to online exercises are useful too. In this way GEC 'curriculum & student services' support diverse models of blended learning tailored to any teacher’s or school’s needs.

Elementary Learning (3rd Through 6th Grade)


As students grow older, they can handle more academically challenging curriculum. GEC integrates deeper conceptual learning and motivational techniques through gamification with a points system, rewards, healthy competition and online challenges. Constant feedback and advancement through GEC’s AI technologies helps turn young students into self-directed learners.

Middle School (7th Through 9th Grade)


Since Middle School students have well developed cognitive skills, GEC blends language training with academic topics that mirror the student’s academic focus for their specific grade and age. Auto-adaptivity of 'lesson text difficulty levels' and online problems, as well as the “types” of problems the students face (Speaking, Writing, Reading or Listening), persestantly nudges the students to higher proficiency across all the skill areas.

US Dual High School Diploma Program


In order to enter an ‘All English’ High School Dual Diploma Program, students need high functioning English skills. GEC prepares students for academic English in advance of entering rigorous courses, to familiarize them with the context of High School level courses and the academic context of such. Each course in the DPP is supported by the curriculum being available in four levels of English difficulty, with support problems to ensure deep comprehension and use of English at that age and course level.

US University Placement Options


In order to assist students contemplating an International University experience as a future component of their education, GEC provides both the US Dual Diploma Program along with careful academic counseling to help parents and students know how to properly select a university that will best fit their financial, cultural, and academic goals. GEC’s academic counselors assist the student in every phase of application, right through to visa acquisition and travel arrangements. Students are met at the airport and fully cared for on the host country end.

Teacher Training and Professional Development


The teacher demographics that function under GEC’s sphere range from English teachers to academic teachers who are both (1) native English speakers and (2) local teachers who live and work in various non-English speaking lands. Through GEC and GEC’s partners, we provide both (a) ongoing training and support as well as (b) professional development opportunities for any teachers associated with our programs.

This training addresses the specific course delivery models the teacher faces, whether it be a blended model with a live online native English teacher with a corresponding in-class Learning Coach or the in-class Local Teacher teaching the online (or printed lessons) GEC curriculum.

Language Testing on CEFR


Language testing involves three areas of consideration:

  • First students need a language placement test to quickly and accurately assess a student’s current language level.
  • Second, GEC provides an online training system that moves students to the next level.
  • Third, GEC Provides a level test to confirm that new language levels have been achieved. GEC’s system intelligently combines all three needs that is comfortable both for teachers and for students alike.

Study Abroad / Travel Abroad


Studying a second language in a first language environment is highely recommended and made possible by GEC’s Study Abroad arm. GEC provides study abroad and travel abroad opportunities, accompanied by online preparatory English courses to meet the needs of the short term excursion. Venues include East and West coast of America, University dorm accomodations or homestay hosting. We have programs in other western countries as well.

"The GEC technical platform is great, and they provide a huge library of rich content for all ages and language levels, but GEC's teams are always available to help with customization whenever we need it."
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"I've been taking online classes with a teacher, and some other students my age. The teacher is really good, and the lessons are very interesting. It is not boring, like I thought it would be."
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"GEC has everything that a teacher needs to make my job easy and effective. The content is so rich and it is all coordinated, so I don't have to assemble lesson materials, and the reporting is just amazing."
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GEC CEO, CTO & FOUNDER / Jeff Rogers


Jeff Rogers has been working with families and students, preparing them for academic English in readiness to go abroad at high school age and beyond. Mr. Rogers has done post graduate work in medicine and physics, and has an extensive background in technology, systems architecture and development. Apart from his 13 year history in the language training field, Mr. Rogers heads up the technology, pedagogy, curriculum and delivery side of development and management for GEC.

GEC OPERATIONS DIRECTOR - JAPAN / Omi Takase


Current Position

  • Director, JAAC : Japan-America Academic Center
  • Executive Director, Educatius-Japan
  • COO, IEI Foundation, a U.S. government certified non-profit corporation

Main Career

  • Born in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
  • B.A. in Sociology, Missouri State University, USA
  • After graduating from the University - worked for the Department of Commerce of the State of Missouri
  • 1987 - Founding Director, JAAC Japan-America Academic Center
  • 1990 - Representative, JAAC Japan-America Academic Center
    U.S. Headquarters (University of California, Irvine)
  • 2005 - Returned to Japan as Japan Representative for the University of California Extension Consortium

 

JAAC is an investor in and strategic partner of GEC. Mr. Takase is the Director of GEC operations in Japan.

GEC Teacher Services Specialist / Bruce A. Veldhuisen


Bruce Veldhuisen, has been operating post secondary Teacher Training for over three decades on five continents.  He is currently Director at Paris University of International Education.  He holds a PhD in Education and an MBA.

GEC Curriculum Team Specialist / Andrew Reniers


Andrew has been managing the curriuclum development teams for GEC and for more than 5 years, and has a deep background in both teaching and in writing academic materials. Andrew has held content development and editorial contracts with Government agencies in Korea prior to joining GEC, and has been involved with L2 language training for over a decade.

Andrew's strong organizational skills and people management capabilities makes him a key coordinator both of development teams and when custom corpus scheduling, scoping and sequencing of GEC course and lesson content is required to fit the needs of GEC customers.

Andrew also contributes to the design of GEC course and lesson structures, and to the aesthetic appeal both of GEC's proprietary courses and custom courses we develop for special clients. He is in constant development communication with GEC's technology teams to iron out and innovate better systems and tools in GEC's digital lesson authoring environment, and with regard digital lesson delivery mechanisms for the GEC LMS.

GEC Technology Teams Director / Sanjok Dangol


Sanjok has a deep set of both technology and team management skills. He has been the chief data base architect and manages both the front end and back end teams for GEC. Sanjok has a fundamental understanding of GEC systems and technologies, and he is a key member for any tech customization or intergration requirements.

GEC Animation & Media Director / Gabriel Raphael


GEC EDUCATION SERVICES DIRECTOR / Aoife OGrady


Aoife is an Irish educator based in Cambodia with over ten years of teaching experience.

GEC PRESIDENT & FOUNDER / Perry Tkachuk


Perry Tkachuk is the co-founder of GEC. He is a Canadian educator living in Thailand. Tkachuk has over 40 years of international education experience, ranging from executive university administrative positions, and university, high school, and English Language School teaching. He designed many types of bridge programs for thousands of students to begin their studies in their home country and end in US high schools and universities. For the past 20 years, Tkachuk has been in the EdTech sector, setting up distribution networks for Distance Education degrees, online High School Dual Diploma programs and online English courses. Tkachuk considers GEC as his most important contribution to international education, for there are presently no (or very limited) programs for students to become proficient at academic English—especially writing and speaking.

GEC Director of Operations - Turkiye / Şule Koçoğlu


Şule Koçoğlu 
Born in Adana in 1978, Şule Koçoğlu graduated from Anatolian Teachers’ High School (Language Department) and Middle East Technical University as an English Teacher. 

She has taken “Creative Writing” certifications from Boğaziçi University and Nazım Hikmet Cultural Center instructed by Turkish Writer, Prof. Dr. Murat Gülsoy; “Writing Children Short Stories and Fairy Tales” and “Creative Writing” by Turkish Writer Lüset Kohen Fins; “World and Turkish Literature” by Associate Professor Zeynep Uysal, the head of Boğaziçi Üniversitesi Turkish Literature and Language Department; “Grammar and Punctuation” from University of California, Irvine; “Writing and Editing” from Michigan State University; “Writing Books for Children Diploma” from U.K. Her ongoing international trainings and diploma courses include; creative writing, novel writing, proof reading and editing, fantasy writing, children psychology, and well-being in children.

GEC's English for Academic Success Ecosystem


  1. English training for academic purposes (*CLIL)
  2. Programs from Kinder through high school
  3. High School Dual Diploma Programs
  4. Oversea's University (councelling and admission support)
  5. Test preparation based on CEFR levels
  6. Advanced AI and adaptive learning systems
  7. Focus on essay writing using Academic Topics
  8. Engagement with gamification and social networking tools
  9. Animated and lecture video support

*Content and Language Integrated Learning - (Learning English across all academic subjects.)

Kinder Through 2nd Grade


At this young age children learn English much more easily, so starting early is best. Kinder students do self-study through gamification, and other fun approaches to learning English on touch-screen devises. For class directed learning or managed study with parents or teachers on hand, printed worksheets aligned to online exercises are useful too. In this way GEC 'curriculum & student services' support diverse models of blended learning tailored to any teacher’s or school’s needs.

Elementary Learning (3rd Through 6th Grade)


As students grow older, they can handle more academically challenging curriculum. GEC integrates deeper conceptual learning and motivational techniques through gamification with a points system, rewards, healthy competition and online challenges. Constant feedback and advancement through GEC’s AI technologies helps turn young students into self-directed learners.

Middle School (7th Through 9th Grade)


Since Middle School students have well developed cognitive skills, GEC blends language training with academic topics that mirror the student’s academic focus for their specific grade and age. Auto-adaptivity of 'lesson text difficulty levels' and online problems, as well as the “types” of problems the students face (Speaking, Writing, Reading or Listening), persestantly nudges the students to higher proficiency across all the skill areas.

US Dual High School Diploma Program


In order to enter an ‘All English’ High School Dual Diploma Program, students need high functioning English skills. GEC prepares students for academic English in advance of entering rigorous courses, to familiarize them with the context of High School level courses and the academic context of such. Each course in the DPP is supported by the curriculum being available in four levels of English difficulty, with support problems to ensure deep comprehension and use of English at that age and course level.

US University Placement Options


In order to assist students contemplating an International University experience as a future component of their education, GEC provides both the US Dual Diploma Program along with careful academic counseling to help parents and students know how to properly select a university that will best fit their financial, cultural, and academic goals. GEC’s academic counselors assist the student in every phase of application, right through to visa acquisition and travel arrangements. Students are met at the airport and fully cared for on the host country end.

Teacher Training and Professional Development


The teacher demographics that function under GEC’s sphere range from English teachers to academic teachers who are both (1) native English speakers and (2) local teachers who live and work in various non-English speaking lands. Through GEC and GEC’s partners, we provide both (a) ongoing training and support as well as (b) professional development opportunities for any teachers associated with our programs.

This training addresses the specific course delivery models the teacher faces, whether it be a blended model with a live online native English teacher with a corresponding in-class Learning Coach or the in-class Local Teacher teaching the online (or printed lessons) GEC curriculum.

Language Testing on CEFR


Language testing involves three areas of consideration:

  • First students need a language placement test to quickly and accurately assess a student’s current language level.
  • Second, GEC provides an online training system that moves students to the next level.
  • Third, GEC Provides a level test to confirm that new language levels have been achieved. GEC’s system intelligently combines all three needs that is comfortable both for teachers and for students alike.

Study Abroad / Travel Abroad


Studying a second language in a first language environment is highely recommended and made possible by GEC’s Study Abroad arm. GEC provides study abroad and travel abroad opportunities, accompanied by online preparatory English courses to meet the needs of the short term excursion. Venues include East and West coast of America, University dorm accomodations or homestay hosting. We have programs in other western countries as well.

Improving All Skills


Yes, it is possible for 3rd and 4th grade L2 students to read English, even when they are that young. In fact, starting English training early is a big advantage. Younger students still have that amazing ability to pick up langauge skills much faster than older kids or adults can do it.

English Operator


Functional Language includes the ability to operate in a classroom, introduce yourself to other, ask for and give diretions, express your likes and hobbies, and other operational language that you need.

Structured and Fun


GEC programs approach grammar in a structured way, with lessons and technologies that target the deficits of each individual learner.

Context Based Lessons for English


GEC's Academic Lessons help students scale up their langauge skills and bolster their domain knowledge at the same time.

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AP Transcripts & Credits


Advanced Placement courses are difficult, but GEC gives students more support than any other option available. Simply attaining the transcripts will get students into good Universities, and passing the AP tests give the added benefit that those credits will apply to their US Univeristy degree.

High School Courses are Easier Than AP


Dual Diploma Courses are easier and a bit less expensive that Advanced Placement, but normally, more credits are required. The US requires that 25% of the credits must be taken from a registered US school, and GEC has these programs for our partners and students.

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Video examples of REA.

High Level English Skills


If your English skills can accomodate lessons from university science courses, your skills are ready for anything.

English Improves your Professional Qualifications


GEC has anumber of courses relavant to business, but the basic Business English course has a full 90 lesson in all topics useful to Business English. Check out the pdfs and the related videos to get a feel for the topics that are covered.

Speak comfortably in a conversation with others


Watch engaging videos and answer questions about the interview conversations. Then, take the same topics into an onine class and have fun talking about them with fellow students. There are many ways to use GEC conversation lessons, and there are many kinds of them. Enjoy just a few by watching the short videos below.

Travel to the USA


There are many aspects to a good travel program, like English for shopping, English for restaurants and English for transportation. GEC's programs will help prepare you for your specific destination, whether you are a youth or an adult.

Travel to Asia or Ausie


Singapore is an amazing country, and Australia is one of the most friendly destinations in the world. Where-ever teh destination, GEC can support travellers with language support to prepare for the best possible experience abroad.

GEC’s curriculum and technology teams support our partners in unique ways. The ‘One Size Fits All’ approach to partner services is not necessary when partner specific customization can occur, and that is just what GEC offers. Due to GEC’s development posture and our technological tools, GEC can prepare customized curriculum or delivery models quickly and be more sensitive to the particular needs of our partners in that way.

This implies that GEC offers its own curriculum tailored to a Partner’s needs or develops a Partner’s curriculum in the GEC-curriculum format, transformating the Partner’s textbooks into online interactive lessons and problems in the 'GEC specialized' four levels of English difficulty, and ensuring that all problems exist in Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading formats.

Schools


Schools have to satisfy parents, teachers and students, which is not always an easy job to do. With GEC and the support services we provide, our Partner schools have more tools available to help them keep all stakeholders satisfied and informed. Reports, notifications, worksheets, tests and more are all prepared and automated to make the learning and teaching experience a pleasure. Administrator reports and tools make management easier as well. GEC supports an Administrative hierarchy whereby a Partner can see their school clients under a District, School, Teacher, and Student structure.

Teachers


In language training environments, teachers are often left to search for programs elements that do not always match, and are required to develop auxiliary learning assets, worksheets, activities and games all on their own in order to make the classroom experience positive and effective. GEC provides all the curriculum and delivery assets in a coordinated learning program which teachers love. Making your job easier makes the learning experience more efficacious and positive for all. see curric - test paragraph

Parents/Students


There are so many education programs available to parents, it can be hard to identify the quality systems that will deliver the proficiency levels students need in order to succeed. GEC’s quality curriculum, advanced education opportunities, and premier education partners give parents confidence that their students are in a program that will help them to excel. GEC’s detailed reporting tools give both Parents and Students real-time evaluation updates as well.

If your child is on a Language Training program, it may be hard to assess their progress against a standard. GEC's testing program allows you to check your student's progress. Sign up today for a quarterly test bundle (4 anuual tests) for your child.

GEC OPERATIONS DIRECTOR - JAPAN / Omi Takase


Current Position

  • Director, JAAC : Japan-America Academic Center
  • Executive Director, Educatius-Japan
  • COO, IEI Foundation, a U.S. government certified non-profit corporation

Main Career

  • Born in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
  • B.A. in Sociology, Missouri State University, USA
  • After graduating from the University - worked for the Department of Commerce of the State of Missouri
  • 1987 - Founding Director, JAAC Japan-America Academic Center
  • 1990 - Representative, JAAC Japan-America Academic Center
    U.S. Headquarters (University of California, Irvine)
  • 2005 - Returned to Japan as Japan Representative for the University of California Extension Consortium

 

JAAC is an investor in and strategic partner of GEC. Mr. Takase is the Director of GEC operations in Japan.

GEC Proficiency English Before Middle School / Needs of Late Elementary Kids


Grade 5 and 6 students need these items for Studying English:

  1. More mature aesthetics in the lessons
  2. Cognitive development allows more focus, but still use serious games
  3. Can handle lots of structured learning
  4. Add more socialization strageties for engagement

GEC Daily Enlgish Skills / Functional Language


GEC focuses on equipping students with practical language skills for real-world communication.

  1. Functional language at this level helps students handle more complex social interactions, such as expressing opinions or making polite requests.
  2. It also prepares students to navigate real-life scenarios, like giving detailed directions or participating in group discussions. 

GEC Understand What You Hear / Listening Comprehension


GEC helps students develop advanced listening skills to understand spoken English in various contexts.

  1. Listening comprehension at this level focuses on identifying main ideas, supporting details, and implied meanings in conversations and lectures.
  2. It also trains students to recognize different accents, tones, and speech patterns to improve overall understanding.

GEC Adult Life Requires English Language Capabilities / Preparing For the World


Grade 9 and 12 students need these items for Studying English:

  1. These students can handle serious learning
  2. Cognitive development increases even more and more learning strategies have developed
  3. Can handle lots of 100% structured learning, and it is recommended
  4. Socialization strageties for engagement are important, but self regulation allows more self study

GEC Academics and Schedules get Crowded in Middle School / Special Needs in Middle School


Grade 7 and 8 students need these items for Studying English:

  1. More mature aesthetics and can learn more in one lesson
  2. Cognitive development increases and more learning strategies
  3. Can handle lots of 100% structured learning, though not recommended
  4. Socialization strageties for engagement are even more important

GEC Improve Understanding / Listening Comprehension


GEC ensures students are equipped to understand complex spoken English in academic and real-world settings.

  1. Listening comprehension at this level focuses on understanding lectures, debates, and multimedia content with advanced vocabulary and concepts.
  2. It also trains students to take effective notes and infer meaning from context, preparing them for higher education and professional environments.

GEC Get An Early Start / Phonics & Early Reading


As student grow, language skills can be grouped and combined. 

  1. Phonics at this stage reinforces decoding skills for more complex words and patterns.
  2. Early reading skills transition into fluency and comprehension of longer and more challenging texts.

 

GEC Both English Testing and English Skills / Entering or Exiting University


Higher Learning, university students need these items for Studying English:

  1. Advanced and specialized content tailored to their field of study or interests (e.g., academic writing, research skills, presentations).
  2. Critical thinking and analytical skills development, with a focus on debates, discussions, and problem-solving in English.
  3. Use of technology and online resources for independent learning and research.
  4. Highly structured learning is effective, but flexibility is important to accommodate diverse schedules and learning styles.
  5. Socialization strategies for engagement are important, such as group projects, peer reviews, and collaborative discussions, but self-regulation and independent study are key at this level.

GEC A Special Case for These Kids / Grades 3 & 4


Grade 3 and 4 kids need these items for Studying English:

  1. Songs and Dance still works
  2. Cognitive development allows more focus, but still use serious games
  3. Can handle more structured learning

GEC Academic & Real-World Topics / Topical Comprehension


GEC provides courses to help university students master comprehension of academic and real-world topics.

  1. These courses focus on understanding complex texts, including research articles, case studies, and academic essays.
  2. They also develop critical thinking skills by teaching students to analyze, summarize, and evaluate information effectively.

GEC How Can Little Ones Learn Phonics? / Kids Need Phonics


GEC programs cover all the finer points to address all phonics needs. 

  1. Phonics is critical because it helps young learners understand the relationship between letters and sounds, enabling them to decode words and develop strong reading skills.
  2. Another role for phonics is to build a foundation for spelling and writing by teaching students how to segment and blend sounds, which supports their overall literacy development.

GEC Conversation & Business English / Special Interests and Needs


Adult students need these items for Studying English:

  1. Practical and real-life applications of English (e.g., workplace communication, daily life scenarios).
  2. Focus on self-paced learning and independent study, as adults often have busy schedules.
  3. Use of technology and apps for flexible learning.
  4. Structured learning is effective, but flexibility is key to accommodate their responsibilities.
  5. Socialization strategies for engagement are important, but adults often prefer goal-oriented group activities or discussions.

GEC How Do Young Kids Learn? / Kinder through Grade 2 Learners


Kindergarten kids need these items for Studying English:

  1. Songs and Dance
  2. Focus time and Directed Play
  3. Animation - Color - Sound - Movement

GEC Advance Your Career / Business English


GEC helps adults develop the language skills needed for professional success.

  1. Business English courses focus on workplace communication, including writing emails, giving presentations, and participating in meetings.
  2. They also teach industry-specific vocabulary and cultural norms to help professionals navigate global business environments.

GEC It doesn't matter your age or your destinations. / Language Prep for Travel


Travel students need these items for Studying English:

  1. Focus on conversational English and cultural immersion to help them navigate new environments.
  2. Practical vocabulary and phrases for travel, such as directions, dining, and emergencies.
  3. Use of role-playing and situational learning to simulate real-life travel scenarios.
  4. Structured learning is helpful but should be balanced with experiential learning (e.g., field trips, cultural activities).
  5. Socialization strategies for engagement are critical, as travel students benefit from interacting with locals and peers to practice English in real-world contexts.

GEC Speaking skills when traveling abroad. / Interacting With Foreigners


GEC provides courses to help travelers communicate effectively in various situations while abroad.

  1. These courses focus on essential conversational skills, such as asking for directions, ordering food, and making reservations.
  2. They also teach polite expressions, cultural norms, and strategies for handling unexpected situations, like lost luggage or medical emergencies.

GEC Programs for Academics / Not Just Conversation


GEC has language support for difficult University Level Courses.

  1. These courses focus on improving academic writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills tailored to university-level expectations.
  2. They also help students understand and use academic vocabulary, structure essays and reports, and participate effectively in discussions and presentations.

GEC GEC AI Support Makes it Easier to Practice / AI is a Great New Tool


Practicing English with an AI tutor is easier, less expensive and less stressful too.

GEC AI is not only helpful, it is engaging and fun. / Your AI Assistant


AI adapts to your interests and concerns. AI is not limited by fixed lesson trajectories, but instead, it gives you a learning experienced customized just for you.

GEC Dominate Your Tests / Test Preparation


GEC provides comprehensive support for standardized test success.

  1. Test preparation focuses on building skills for exams like TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, and ACT, including listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
  2. It also includes practice with test-taking strategies, time management, and understanding question formats to boost confidence and performance.

GEC Technical and Medical Skills / Vocational Programs


GEC provides practical English courses tailored to specific industries and careers.

  1. These courses focus on teaching job-specific vocabulary and communication skills for fields like healthcare, hospitality, and technology.
  2. They also prepare adults for workplace scenarios, such as interviews, customer interactions, and technical instructions.

GEC A Parent's Job Gets Harder Over Time / Preparing Your Students


Parents of Grade 9 and 10 students have these concerns:

  1. If students have some respectable English skills, parents hope students can establish some western academic credentials.
  2. Parents want their children to be prepared for standardized English tests (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS).
  3. They hope their children can use English to access better academic or career opportunities.
  4. Parents may start considering overseas education options and want their children to be ready for that. 

GEC Cultural Immersion and Language Support for Students / Live Tutors Availabe to Help You


Teachers of Travel English students have unique concerns:

  1. Focusing on conversational English and situational learning to prepare students for real-world travel scenarios.
  2. Teaching practical vocabulary and phrases for navigating new environments (e.g., directions, dining, emergencies).
  3. Incorporating cultural elements to help students adapt to English-speaking countries.
  4. Balancing structured lessons with experiential learning, such as role-playing or field trips, to enhance engagement

GEC Level Up Academic Language Skills / Academic English


GEC provides targeted instruction to strengthen students' academic language proficiency.

  1. Academic English at this stage emphasizes advanced vocabulary and sentence structures for subjects like science, math, and history.
  2. It also develops skills in reading comprehension, essay writing, and presenting ideas clearly in an academic context.

GEC English Travel Text Skills / Travel Reading Comprehension


GEC helps travelers develop the skills to understand written information they may encounter while traveling.

  1. These courses focus on reading and comprehending travel-related materials, such as maps, signs, menus, and transportation schedules.
  2. They also teach strategies for understanding brochures, travel guides, and online resources to plan and navigate trips effectively.

GEC CEO, CTO & FOUNDER / Jeff Rogers


Jeff Rogers has been working with families and students, preparing them for academic English in readiness to go abroad at high school age and beyond. Mr. Rogers has done post graduate work in medicine and physics, and has an extensive background in technology, systems architecture and development. Apart from his 13 year history in the language training field, Mr. Rogers heads up the technology, pedagogy, curriculum and delivery side of development and management for GEC.

GEC Can Kids Handle a Western Education Track? / Parent's Concerns


Parents of Grade 5 and 6 students have these concerns:

  1. Getting close to middle school makes parents more serious.
  2. It is important to give parents confidence in student English skills at this age.
  3. Parents want to see measurable progress in their children’s English proficiency.
  4. They expect educators to challenge their children while still keeping learning enjoyable.

GEC Grammar for Older Students / Focus on Grammar


GEC emphasizes mastering complex grammar structures to enhance communication and writing skills.

  1. Grammar instruction includes advanced topics like passive voice, reported speech, and complex sentence structures.
  2. It also helps students apply grammar rules effectively in academic writing and formal communication.

GEC GEC Understand Changing Needs for Student Groups / Parents of Middle School Kids


Parents of Grade 7 and 9 students have these concerns:

  1. Heavier academic demands and English testing stance detracts from proficiency English goals.
  2. Parents may still hope students could have a western component in their education track.
  3. Parents worry about balancing English learning with other academic priorities.
  4. They expect schools to prepare students for future academic or career opportunities involving English.

GEC Language of Nominal ELT Topics / Functional Language


GEC covers the language of daily needs and personal interaction.

  1. Functional English helps students communicate effectively in everyday situations, such as asking for help or giving directions.
  2. It also builds confidence in using English for practical purposes, like shopping or making introductions. 

GEC WHAT CAN PARENTS EXPECT? / Parents of Early Learners


Parents of Kindergarten students have unique concerns:

  1. They want their children to have a fun experience.
  2. Parents need daycare options that are educationally proactive.
  3. They hope their kids can gain some functional language skills.
  4. Parents prefer educators that have real condern for little ones.

GEC parents want to see progress / Parents 3rd & 4th Graders


Parents of Grade 3 and 4 students have these concerns:

  1. They begin to expect more from a results perspective and need confirmation.
  2. Parents still want their students to be productive in their off-school time.
  3. They become more intense that their kids should gain some functional language skills.
  4. Parents are okay if educators start expecting more from their kids.

GEC Kids Can Learn Whole Words Too. / Frequency Words


Frequency words are addressed in a balanced way with GEC.

  1. Frequency words help students recognize common words quickly, improving reading fluency.
  2. They also support comprehension by allowing students to focus on understanding the text rather than decoding every word.

GEC Language for travel destinations. / Specific Destinations


GEC offers tailored courses to prepare travelers for the language and cultural nuances of specific destinations.

  1. These courses focus on destination-specific vocabulary, phrases, and cultural etiquette to ensure smooth communication.
  2. They also provide insights into local customs, traditions, and practical tips for interacting with locals in the target destination.

GEC 'English for Academic Success' / High Level English Skills


GEC prepares students for higher-level academic tasks by building strong language foundations.

  1. Academic English at this stage focuses on critical reading, summarizing, and analyzing texts across various subjects.
  2. It also develops skills in writing structured essays, research reports, and presenting arguments logically.

GEC Teacher Services Specialist / Bruce A. Veldhuisen


Bruce Veldhuisen, has been operating post secondary Teacher Training for over three decades on five continents.  He is currently Director at Paris University of International Education.  He holds a PhD in Education and an MBA.

GEC Personalized Learning with AI Tutors for Travel Skills / Conversational AI Expert to Help You


Your AI tutor has information about yoru destination, and helps you practice communication skills related to your specific destination.

GEC Speaking Practice / Audible & Vocal Communication


GEC offers courses to help adults improve conversational skills on a variety of topics.

  1. These courses focus on building fluency, vocabulary, and confidence in discussing everyday and professional subjects.
  2. They also teach strategies for active listening, asking questions, and maintaining engaging conversations.

GEC Self-Study and technology can only go so far... / Human to Human Interaction


Teachers of Adult students have unique concerns:

  1. Adapting lessons to focus on practical, real-life applications of English (e.g., workplace communication).
  2. Managing the diverse goals, schedules, and learning paces of adult learners.
  3. Keeping adults motivated and engaged, especially when they face competing responsibilities.
  4. Providing flexible learning options, such as online resources or self-paced activities, to accommodate busy lifestyles.

GEC Preparation For Tests / Pass Your English Tests


GEC offers targeted preparation for university-level standardized tests.

  1. These courses focus on building skills for exams like GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, and IELTS, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
  2. They also provide practice with test-taking strategies, time management, and understanding complex question formats.

GEC What Can Teachers Expect? / Kinder Through Grade 2 Teachers


Teachers of Kindergarten students have unique concerns:

  1. Ensuring lessons are engaging, fun, and age-appropriate to maintain attention spans.
  2. Balancing play-based learning with the introduction of basic language skills.
  3. Managing classroom behavior and creating a safe, nurturing environment for young learners.
  4. Communicating effectively with parents to reassure them about their child’s progress and well-being.

GEC English is a Communicative Skill between people / A Caring Human Tutor


Teachers of University students have unique concerns:

  1. Designing lessons that focus on advanced English skills, such as academic writing, research, and presentations.
  2. Encouraging critical thinking and independent learning while providing guidance when needed.
  3. Supporting students in achieving their goals, such as studying abroad or excelling in their field of study.
  4. Balancing the diverse needs and proficiency levels of students in a university setting.

GEC Kids can Learn to Read / Early Reading


GEC has great programs for young student to gain early reading skills.

  1. Early reading programs teach foundational skills like letter recognition and sound blending.
  2. They also foster a love for reading by introducing engaging and age-appropriate texts.

GEC Advanced Placement & Duel HS Diplomas / AP and DDP Courses


GEC offers advanced courses to prepare students for college-level academics and dual diploma programs.

  1. AP courses focus on subject-specific content, critical thinking, and exam preparation to earn college credits.
  2. DDP courses emphasize global perspectives, advanced writing, and research skills, preparing students for international academic opportunities.

GEC Teachers are the greatest asset we have. / Great Support for Teachers


Teachers of Grade 3 and 4 students have unique concerns:

  1. Keeping students motivated while introducing more structured learning activities.
  2. Balancing fun, interactive methods (e.g., games, songs) with the need for measurable progress.
  3. Managing varying levels of English proficiency within the same classroom.
  4. Addressing parents’ growing expectations for visible results in their children’s English skills.

GEC GEC's Program Takes The Pain out of Teaching / Teacher Effectiveness


Teachers of Grade 9 through 12 students have unique concerns:

  1. Preparing students for standardized English tests (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS) and academic writing.
  2. Balancing the need for structured learning with opportunities for independent study and self-regulation.
  3. Helping students connect English skills to real-world applications, such as career or higher education goals.
  4. Meeting parents’ expectations for their children to achieve strong academic credentials and future opportunities.

GEC English for Academic Success / Academic English


GEC's goal is to help students start academic English as soon as possible. 

  1. Academic English introduces subject-specific vocabulary and structures needed for classroom learning.
  2. It also develops critical thinking and writing skills essential for academic success.

GEC GEC Teaches All Skills in Balance / More than Grammar


GEC ensures students master essential grammar rules to enhance their communication skills.

  1. Grammar instruction focuses on more complex structures, such as verb tenses, conditionals, and relative clauses.
  2. It also helps students apply grammar rules accurately in both spoken and written English, improving clarity and precision.

GEC No Need to Burden Teachers with Extra Work / Teachers are Critical


Teachers of Grade 7 and 8 students have unique concerns:

  1. Balancing structured learning with creative and interactive methods to maintain engagement.
  2. Preparing students for more advanced English skills, such as critical thinking and writing.
  3. Managing the social dynamics of adolescents while fostering a positive learning environment.
  4. Addressing parents’ concerns about academic performance and future opportunities tied to English proficiency.

GEC Teaching Changes as Students Get Older / Great Teacher Tools


Teachers of Grade 5 and 6 students have unique concerns:

  1. Designing lessons that are more challenging and age-appropriate while still engaging.
  2. Encouraging students to take more responsibility for their learning as they mature.
  3. Incorporating socialization strategies to foster collaboration and communication in English.
  4. Meeting parents’ expectations for measurable progress and preparing students for middle school demands.

GEC Curriculum Team Specialist / Andrew Reniers


Andrew has been managing the curriuclum development teams for GEC and for more than 5 years, and has a deep background in both teaching and in writing academic materials. Andrew has held content development and editorial contracts with Government agencies in Korea prior to joining GEC, and has been involved with L2 language training for over a decade.

Andrew's strong organizational skills and people management capabilities makes him a key coordinator both of development teams and when custom corpus scheduling, scoping and sequencing of GEC course and lesson content is required to fit the needs of GEC customers.

Andrew also contributes to the design of GEC course and lesson structures, and to the aesthetic appeal both of GEC's proprietary courses and custom courses we develop for special clients. He is in constant development communication with GEC's technology teams to iron out and innovate better systems and tools in GEC's digital lesson authoring environment, and with regard digital lesson delivery mechanisms for the GEC LMS.

GEC Technology Teams Director / Sanjok Dangol


Sanjok has a deep set of both technology and team management skills. He has been the chief data base architect and manages both the front end and back end teams for GEC. Sanjok has a fundamental understanding of GEC systems and technologies, and he is a key member for any tech customization or intergration requirements.

GEC Animation & Media Director / Gabriel Raphael


GEC EDUCATION SERVICES DIRECTOR / Aoife OGrady


Aoife is an Irish educator based in Cambodia with over ten years of teaching experience.

GEC PRESIDENT & FOUNDER / Perry Tkachuk


Perry Tkachuk is the co-founder of GEC. He is a Canadian educator living in Thailand. Tkachuk has over 40 years of international education experience, ranging from executive university administrative positions, and university, high school, and English Language School teaching. He designed many types of bridge programs for thousands of students to begin their studies in their home country and end in US high schools and universities. For the past 20 years, Tkachuk has been in the EdTech sector, setting up distribution networks for Distance Education degrees, online High School Dual Diploma programs and online English courses. Tkachuk considers GEC as his most important contribution to international education, for there are presently no (or very limited) programs for students to become proficient at academic English—especially writing and speaking.

GEC Director of Operations - Turkiye / Şule Koçoğlu


Şule Koçoğlu 
Born in Adana in 1978, Şule Koçoğlu graduated from Anatolian Teachers’ High School (Language Department) and Middle East Technical University as an English Teacher. 

She has taken “Creative Writing” certifications from Boğaziçi University and Nazım Hikmet Cultural Center instructed by Turkish Writer, Prof. Dr. Murat Gülsoy; “Writing Children Short Stories and Fairy Tales” and “Creative Writing” by Turkish Writer Lüset Kohen Fins; “World and Turkish Literature” by Associate Professor Zeynep Uysal, the head of Boğaziçi Üniversitesi Turkish Literature and Language Department; “Grammar and Punctuation” from University of California, Irvine; “Writing and Editing” from Michigan State University; “Writing Books for Children Diploma” from U.K. Her ongoing international trainings and diploma courses include; creative writing, novel writing, proof reading and editing, fantasy writing, children psychology, and well-being in children.