In Part 1, I discussed how you need to consider time constraints and group size when planning an ESL lesson. In this part, I’d like to discuss how to consider the challenge of your lessons, the motivation of your students,…
Special events of this week! Friday, May 31 Cireasa’s high school graduation! We’re so proud of her!! Saturday, June 1 In Romania, June 1st is Children’s Day! In honor of that, we all went to the zoo together, and then…
As schooling is necessary to the girls’ integration into society and the workplace, it’s something that is part of the program at the Beauty from Ashes center. Each girl from the Beauty from Ashes center goes through a homeschooling type…
Special events of the week! Friday, May 24 Eva’s birthday and surprise party!! Monday, May 27 Cireasa’s visitors! Wednesday, May 29 Visitor Rose from Great Britain! Friday, May 24 The return of Corina, one of the girls who went…
I did not realize how much activity could happen in one small house in just one week! My first week at the Beauty from Ashes center has shown me just that. The hustle and bustle of life never ends at…
It feels as if life has just exploded here. My work and social calendar have gone from 0 to 60 lately, making me negligent, forgetful, and lazy to post. I’m so sorry for the overdue update. My latest personal and…
When even lost luggage, constant rain, and weather much colder than you packed for can’t get your spirits down, you know you’re where you’re supposed to be. Oradea, Romania: Beauty for Ashes Center– yep, this is exactly where I’m supposed…
After nearly 8 months of lesson planning for all sorts of classes, students, and groups, I decided I’d try to break down and analyze what one need to consider in order to make a good ESL lesson. These guidelines are…
I can’t believe it’s almost here. In a little over 5 days, I will be traveling half-way across the world to devote my summer to a cause that is so much greater than I. Romania is a country that…
Last Sunday I had one of the best experiences I’ve had in Germany so far. I was sad when I arrived in October and found out that I was going to miss Oktoberfest since it actually begins in late September and…