GEC programs approach grammar in a structured way, with lessons and technologies that target the deficits of each individual learner.
Grades 7 and 8
- Students: Deal with increased academic pressures and more complex English materials as they prepare for high school.
- Parents: Concerned about maintaining language proficiency amidst demanding schoolwork and wish for a curriculum that supports their children's future aspirations.
- Teachers: Focus on providing structured learning while maintaining student engagement through interactive methods and social dynamic management.
Students Parents and Teachers
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:
- More mature aesthetics and can learn more in one lesson
- Cognitive development increases and more learning strategies
- Can handle lots of 100% structured learning, though not recommended
- Socialization strageties for engagement are even more important
GEC GEC Understand Changing Needs for Student Groups / Parents of Middle School Kids
Parents of Grade 7 and 9 students have these concerns:
- Heavier academic demands and English testing stance detracts from proficiency English goals.
- Parents may still hope students could have a western component in their education track.
- Parents worry about balancing English learning with other academic priorities.
- They expect schools to prepare students for future academic or career opportunities involving English.
GEC No Need to Burden Teachers with Extra Work / Teachers are Critical
Teachers of Grade 7 and 8 students have unique concerns:
- Balancing structured learning with creative and interactive methods to maintain engagement.
- Preparing students for more advanced English skills, such as critical thinking and writing.
- Managing the social dynamics of adolescents while fostering a positive learning environment.
- Addressing parents’ concerns about academic performance and future opportunities tied to English proficiency.
Content and Pedagogy
GEC Understand What You Hear / Listening Comprehension
GEC helps students develop advanced listening skills to understand spoken English in various contexts.
- Listening comprehension at this level focuses on identifying main ideas, supporting details, and implied meanings in conversations and lectures.
- It also trains students to recognize different accents, tones, and speech patterns to improve overall understanding.
GEC Grammar for Older Students / Focus on Grammar
GEC emphasizes mastering complex grammar structures to enhance communication and writing skills.
- Grammar instruction includes advanced topics like passive voice, reported speech, and complex sentence structures.
- It also helps students apply grammar rules effectively in academic writing and formal communication.
GEC 'English for Academic Success' / High Level English Skills
GEC prepares students for higher-level academic tasks by building strong language foundations.
- Academic English at this stage focuses on critical reading, summarizing, and analyzing texts across various subjects.
- It also develops skills in writing structured essays, research reports, and presenting arguments logically.
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Structured and Fun
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.