Ahmed Hosam
EFL Teacher trainer and supervisor. Teach SDGs Ambassador.Innovation Lab Schools Ambassador. Founder and CEO of Support Yemeni Society Organization for Development SYS. Principal of English Section.
Location Yemen
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@DianaLaurillard Thank you so much for your valuable comment.
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Again, and again, I can confirm that this course is a turning point in my professional development. I learnt many new concepts about transformative learning. Moreover, I have learnt how technology is used in difficult contexts. In addition, I got benefit from my colleagues' experiences.
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I have mentioned many new tools such as Flipgrid, Empatico, Skypeclassroom, Kahoot, and Minecraft.
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"The most important reason for using digital methods is to improve the learning experience." I like this statement. Using technology in the classroom should have a purpose and an aim. Therefore, the teacher should choose suitable tool to use that suits the situation he/she is in. Here are some tools which can e used for the different types of learning. For...
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@DianaLaurillard Yes, of course. I did the same and created a FB group for training EFL teachers in Yemen.
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In fact, there are many difficulties and obstacles that teachers face when engaging with technology here in Yemen. Technical problems like weak connectivity, electricity, etc. Most of the teachers lack the basic knowledge of using technology in the classrooms. However, it is said that "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade" I do agree that technology is a...
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I totally support the idea of using technology in the classrooms. We need our students to cope with the changes in the world.
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Technology is a two-edged weapon especially for kids and teenagers. If it is used in a good way, it will yield fruitful results. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the teacher. As we watched in the videos, teachers used technology for the purpose of teaching/learning. It depends on the purpose. If it is meant for improving pupils' speaking, teacher should...
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As I have already said that we live in a DIGITAL AGE. Technology is used everywhere even in the remote places. Therefore, using technology in the classrooms for teaching and learning has become a must in my opinion. There are dozens of learning/teaching Apps. It depends on the situation and suitability of the tool used. Moreover, it needs good preparation and...
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Again, I liked the topics that were discussed in this week. I hope that we all here share ideas and exchange experiences about those topics. Giving solutions to some problematic issues in difficult situations and contexts are crucial here. Thank you so much.
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It seems that there are many barriers and difficulties to teach TRANSFORMATIVE Approach in situations like those where teachers have limited resources. In situations where a child comes to school too late because he sells tissues in streets or because his clothes are wet. The motivation in such situations is so low. However, creative and patient teachers can...
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I joined the Webinar and shared some ideas, In general, it was very good and discussed important issues, However, the time was not enough to discuss those issues in details. Thank you so much again.
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In the first case, the child is so young. I will deal with her in a different way of that the teacher used. I will ask her whether she likes the parrot or not. If yes, I will tell her that the classroom is not a good place for the parrot. Then, I will ask the whole class about the best places for pets. I will take the parrot and keep it in the administration...
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In fact, I liked most of the suggestions that were discussed on the Padlet. From all of those suggestions, I have reached to a conclusion that learners like to be engaged in discussions. They like to be treated as in a different way. Making use of questions is the essence of the transformative education. Understanding students' needs is also critical....
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What a motivational approach! The Questscope’s approach is what we need in difficult contexts and even in normal ones. Shifting from that traditional way of teaching which Chalk and Talk and "Teacher centered approach to learner-centered approach. Changing the thought that teacher is the only source of knowledge to autonomous learning.
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Note that some children are introvert, shy.
Their level is low and they are weak.
- Private sessions
- Listen to the parents
- Asking help of the school social worker.
- Encourage them to participate
- Praising those who start to participate in the lessons
- Involving them in group work
- Keep an open eye on their progress
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First of all, I liked this crucial and important topic "Changing our practice to meet students’ aspirations." Experienced and well-qualified teachers always adapt their teaching methods to suit learners' needs and aspirations. Therefore, if we want the learning process in challenging situations or even in normal situations, we need to understand our...
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From week to another, I notice that this E-Course is developing and moving from an important topic to a more important one.Thank you so much indeed.
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Implementing such a lesson plan is applicable, if there is a well-preparation from the TEACHER. It is only the teacher who can decide whether it is feasible or not. If the teacher prepares well beforehand, setting the ground rules, knowing his/her students' backgrounds and levels, managing the classroom and the time, then he/she can do it easily. However, it...
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Thank you so much for putting such important topics in this week. The Ecological System Theory is new for me and I will try to implement it in my school and with teachers that I supervise. Moreover, discussing methods of teaching controversial issues was crucial especially for communities like ours in Yemen where mass displacement takes place.Thank you again.
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We all know that Yemen is a war-torn country. Therefore, the controversial issues are a lot. People displaced from north to south and vice versa. Teachers face these controversial issues every day. For example, I know a teacher who is teaching in Lahj Governorate which is located in the south part of Yemen. He has displaced students from Taiz, Hodiada and Ibb...
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As an educator, I applied most of those principles when teaching controversial issues. It is not easy to teach such controversial issues especially in contexts like our context in Yemen. However, if there is a well preparation, it will be easier for a teacher to do so. I believe that teaching and training the children in the schools on dealing with...
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For more about all Apps and tools that we use in our school see https://innovationlabschools.com/sites/default/files/download/global-goals-book-english.pdf. I also translated this important book for Innovation Lab Schools into Arabic
https://innovationlabschools.com/sites/default/files/download/global-goals-book-arabic.pdf
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I do agree that we live in the Digital Age. Young children and adults have become experts in using different types of Apps and social medial. "It is through education that we as educators provide the environment to release what is already inside each child" The Global Goals Book p. 33. It is so important for us as educators to develop these digital...
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I liked this lesson plan so much. It is creative and applicable in all classrooms. The activities in the lesson plan are encouraging ones. Here, children are given the chance to express their hopes, goals and aspiration. That will make them feel confident.
As educators we have to promote this confidence. We have to support the children expressing their... -
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To numerate the problems and difficulties that displaced children face every day in their schools we will find the number is catastrophic. We at, Support Yemeni Society Organization for Development SYS, conducted a questionnaire in rural schools of Sana'a Governorate where we found displaced children, poor children and disabled children. The result was...
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Hello dear Miren. It seems that Duaa and you shared the same experience , the same situations and even the same solution. Is it difficult to solve a problem of four year student? I agree with you that safety of the class is important, but what about this little kid? I believe that we all here in this course can find solutions for such kind of students and...
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Thank you so much Duaa for telling us this situation. The question is is kicking that student out of the class a solution? Don't you think that his situation would get from bad to worse? I am here asking help from all colleagues to participate and share their own solutions. Thank you again.
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It appears to me that I had implemented most of those systems without knowing the theory. I will talk about one of my students who was in seventh grade in a crowded public primary school in Taiz city. His parents were divorced. He was so sad, frustrated and demotivated. First of all, I sat with him alone to build a trust between him and me (microsystem)....
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In fact, the topics of this week are so important for us as educators in difficult environments. Thank you so much in advance.
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Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory
What a nice and applicable theory! This is the first time that I have read about such nice and practical theory, Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory. It is interconnected Theory. Starting from the closest circle or environment of the child which represents his/her family, teachers, friend etc. to the biggest... -
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As an EFL teacher trainer and supervisor I liked the idea of using Padlet in my training workshops. Moreover, I will train EFL teachers to use it with their learners. It is a creative teaching tool
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Thank you so much for this MOOC. The first week was amazing and discussed many critical issues I have learned many new things about learning environments. However, I only a little suggestion. That is focusing on education in the emergency situations. What I noticed that most of the discussions were about issues in normal life. Thank you again.
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The result of the poll came as I expected. The most important environment is the social and emotional one. That does not mean that the other two environments are not important. To create a safe social and emotional environment in your school is more important than providing the material facilities. When all learners feel that they are all equal their...
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Physical, social, and digital environment are so important for the success of both learning and teaching processes. Sometimes, it becomes so difficult to have them all especially in the emergency situations. Therefore, implementing the principles like empathy, respect, justice etc. is very important for Education in the emergency situations. In our case in...
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The fourth Sustainable Development Goal states" Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all." I believe that all of the principles here can be implemented in our classrooms. Quality Education is crucial for any sustainable development. These principles can be implemented in contexts of mass displacement....
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It appears to me that we all here share similar answers. That is because learners all over the world share similar characteristics. They like to be treated in a good way. They like that encouraging space. They love and respect those teachers who listen to them. They want to prove themselves. They like to play and be autonomous learners.
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There is no doubt that our age is the age of technology. It prevails everything. To use it in the classes has become a must, in my point of view. There are many advantages of using technology inside our classes. It facilitates both teaching and learning processes. As an EFL Supervisor, I urge my EFL teachers who are teaching in remote places in Yemen to use...
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Any novice teacher faces such situations. As an EFL teacher for many years, I believe that there are certain issues every teacher should know. The first thing is knowing students' backgrounds. When a teacher knows the student's internal affairs to build on that knowledge. The second thing is knowing students' learning styles at the beginning of the year. The...
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I agree with most of things the teachers in the video said. It is not necessary to have a lot of resources to create a positive learning environment. To the best of my knowledge as an EFL teacher, EFL Supervisor and EFL teacher trainer, the teacher-only the teacher- can create such positive environment with limited resources. Knowing the characteristics of...
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Dear Sandra,
I agree with you that it is difficult to teach with limited resources but I can assure you that it is the teacher who can create such positive environment. Each learning age has its own characteristics. Kids can enjoy learning with simple resources. They need to play. Teenagers need to be secured and feel self esteemed. To say in short, its only... -
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Going back to my childhood and primary learning, I enjoyed studying in a school in a remote place in Yemen. The atmosphere of learning was full of motivation. In spite of the lack of learning facilities but we did our best. I remember that all of my teachers were from Egypt. The way of teaching was traditional. Chalk and talk way. What made it interesting was...
