2018 Fall Orientation
After arriving in China, teachers are required to complete a training course at ISAC campus located at Zhejiang University Huajiachi campus. The goals of the orientation are
- To understand Chinese life, culture and language in depth
- To share useful teaching methods, resources and classroom management ideas
- To examine the English curriculum and textbooks of Chinese schools and find the most effective ways to teach
- To improve teaching skills through lesson planning and presentation
Calendar
The 2018 Fall Term Orientation is from Aug. 22, 2018 to Aug. 24st, 2018.
| Aug. 22 | 9:00am -11:00am | Registration |
| 12:30pm | Group Lunch | |
| 1:30-4:30pm | Chinese Culture Session | |
| Aug. 23 | 9:30-11:30am | Life in China Session |
| 1:30-4:30pm | Teaching in China Session 1 | |
| Aug. 24 | 9:30-12:00am | Teaching in China Session 2 |
| 12:30pm | Group Lunch | |
| 2:00pm | Hangzhou City Tour |
Orientation Keynotes
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| Registration | Room 221, West Wing Building, Zhejiang University Huajiachi Campus, Hangzhou, China 浙江大学华家池校区西大楼221室 |
| Duration | 3 days at the end of Jan or August (twice a year) |
| Training Hours | 12 class hours |
| Eligibility | Teachers who will start to teach English for the Spring or Fall semester |
| Requirements | All EEPIC teachers are required to complete trainings deemed necessary by EEPIC or their Bureau of Education. The training will be held at the Zhejiang University (Huajiachi campus) |
| Accommodation | Accommodation and Meals are provided at campus for free to EEPIC staff and teachers |
| Other Fee | Although Orientation is free for all EEPIC teachers, there will be a 300 RMB(about 45 USD) day tour fee, which needs to be paid at the registrar |
| Travel Expense | Reimbursable up to 500 RMB (keep your receipt for reimbursement purposes) |