ESL students are the best learners! There I said it. The wonderful students I am so fortunate to work and interact with daily brighten each and every one of my days. It is so satisfying to watch them progress with enthusiasm, dedication, and motivation. That's not to say it has always been smooth sailing. Oh no, no, no, no, no! Stormy skies, choppy seas and a handful of shipwrecks characterize my experiences thus far, however, I wouldn't (modal) change it for anything in the world.
I have observed the students at Global ESL Academy in Flushing flourish. Cultural differences and a looooooooong silent period - them, not me - has been overcome filling the classroom with a wonderful energy resulting in great discussions, active participation, fantastic projects and a tremendous leap forward in their willingness and ability to speak English. They have taught me a great deal also. I know now that learning a language can be fun. To that end, I say thank you to each and every one of them.
Please check out the links to their blogs on the right hand side of this page to see what we have been up to and where we are heading.
Thanks,
Susan
