In March, TCLP teachers taught their students Arabic and Chinese songs, what to say when visiting the doctor, and vocabulary for numbers and telling time. Teachers used interactive activities, games, and role plays to keep students engaged.
In February 2012, TCLP teachers demonstrate their latest class projects and how far their students have come since September. Watch to the end of the video to hear a fun Arabic version of a well-know U.S. pop song!
The video highlights for Arabic and Mandarin TCLP teachers during January 2012.
The TCLP Arabic and Chinese teachers ended 2011 with impressive lessons in their classrooms and they also participated in successful outreach presentations.
In November 2011, Arabic and Chinese TCLP teachers assessed their students on their language skills and shared their culture with parents and community members.
In October 2011, American students of all ages were taught Mandarin and Arabic by TCLP teachers and in this video, they demonstrate their increasing proficiency in Arabic and Mandarin.
Tang Beiyi is no stranger to teaching an unfamiliar language. But usually she teaches English back home in Chengdu, a city of 14 million and growing in southwest China.
This year Beiyi finds herself ...
What do American students say about their TCLP experience?
“I love this class. Our teacher is very motivated, encouraging, and has a genuine love for teaching and wanting to better children’s kn...