Welcome to Guangren Elementary School

Robert F. Brower

Education Related Background

Master’s of Teaching Degree in TESOL

University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Taught in the elementary schools in Matsu on both Nangan and Beigan from 2006 to 2009

Nursing Education and Experience

Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing

Capital University, Columbus, Ohio

Mission Hospital, Mission, Texas

Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, Washington

Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, Ohio

Textbooks for Grade 4

o Cambridge English: Fun for Movers

This is the second in a 3 part series for young learners aged between 7 and 12

o Cambridge English: Storyfun for Movers

This book aims to provide an opportunity for language practice and learning by engaging learners’ interest in stories.

o These texts provide preparation for the Cambridge Young Learners English (YLE) Tests

Teaching Goals for Grade 4

The emphasis will be on listening and speaking

Time will be utilized to provide as many opportunities to speak as possible

Grammar will be touched upon to facilitate understanding

Instill confidence in the students that learning English is possible

Expectations of Students

To pay attention and listen attentively

To show consideration for other students

To make an effort to speak within their capabilities

To ask questions

To try to use English whenever possible

English at Home

Please encourage their use of English whenever possible

Be encouraging and patient

Mistakes are to be expected. The goal is improvement, not perfection