Classroom Solutions
to create a language school within a school
Just English Centre
This solution involves the set-up of a language school within a school. The Just English Centre will function as a designated area for ELT and will integrate all the best practices in ELT in terms of resources, training, educational technology and practical implementation steps to ensure impactful ELT for both teachers and students of the school.
We provide the blueprint and framework for the set-up of the Just English Centre at a designated area for innovative and effective ELT within a school.
Curriculum & Lesson Plans
- Just English solves the problem of deciding on the syllabus, choosing textbooks, and designing learning outcomes. Our team of professionals work closely with international publishers to identify and deploy curricula that are current and relevant to students. To support teachers, Just English develops daily lesson plans on what to teach in every lesson.
Technology
- Our online system allows school administrators to implement and monitor the progress of its operations in a systematic manner. The system supplies the collaborative learning platform, class lessons in multimedia presentation format, and manages online educational resources.
Research & Development
The solution offers schools and institutions insights into our
research and development of:
- Innovative teaching-learning methods.
- Methodology for the professional development of teachers.
- 21st century curricula, guidebooks and workbooks.
Teacher Certification & Training
- The Just English teacher training comprises online and/or on-site workshops based on ELT methodologies and pedagogies.
- The certification process involves the teachers’ completion of online lessons.
and tests, and being observed by their supervisors over a period of 6 months.
Academic Audit
- Just English will conduct academic audits in the Just English Centres to ensure that the teaching and learning of English in these schools meets the expectation set by Just English. A complete report will be submitted to the Principal of the school and Board of Governors for their information, record and school planning and goal setting.
JustWrite Programme
- Attend live classes.
- Learn in small groups (10 students in a group).
- Develop academic writing skills.
- Think critically and creatively.
- Receive certificate upon completion.
- Weekdays and weekend class slots are available.
Exclusively for
secondary school students from ages 13 to 18.
Programme Structure
- Classes held 2 hours per week
- 64 hours of live class sessions with experienced tutors.
- Log on to Just English any time of the week for additional English practice & materials.
What will you learn?
- Learn different genres of academic writing and an array of practice techniques to improve your writing.
- Learn to construct grammatically accurate sentences
- Learn to develop coherent and cohesive paragraphs and essays
- Become familiar with UEC/SPM English Writing Exam format, types of questions and answering techniques.
LiveSpeak
Each lesson is carefully curated to expose students to current event topics and issues with the aim to improve their general knowledge and allow them to build their speaking confidence and ability.
Learners will deal with a wide array of topics with grammar, vocabulary, reading texts, interactive listening and speaking, and have ample opportunity to enhance their communicative skills during the LiveSpeak class.
The video conferencing set up allows students to interact and learn from a diversified pool of qualified Native-Speaking English Language teachers from around the world.
Programme Structure
- The proposed programme may run during or outside of normal school hours.
- The typical lesson will be approximately 40-60 minutes in duration. The school may schedule as many LiveSpeak sessions per day to suit their needs.
- The school may also use LiveSpeak as a substitution class.
Materials
- The lessons are taught using our own learning materials which have been developed to build up the speaking ability and confidence of the students.
- Each lesson comes with a lesson plan for the school facilitators.
- Students will be tasked with consistent practices that aim to build their confidence and fluency in their speaking ability.
- Students will be exposed to a range of topics and issues which will improve their general knowledge and vocabulary.
- The Higher-Order Thinking Skills section will motivate students to think critically and outside the box.
Reports
- Just English will monitor the Programme and furnish periodic reports to the school, to ensure that the objectives for the Programme are met.
Supplementary English Programme
The Programme aims to concentrate on building and instilling interest in the language and extensive reading habits, as well as patterns of practice and usage in listening and speaking.
The Programme emphasizes student-centred activity-based learning that is enjoyable, while using computer-assisted language learning materials that focuses on essential communication skills.
Each classroom instruction forms part of a critical core of syllabus material that is correlated to the Malaysian school syllabus so that it is relevant to what the students learn during school hours, yet complements and goes beyond their textbooks.
Programme Structure
- The proposed programme is to run outside normal school hours.
- The typical programme consists of one 90-minute session per week for each student – 45 minutes of classroom instruction & activities, followed by 45 minutes of multimedia language lab practice.
- Students will also be required to do more activities/practice at home, including extensive reading.
Materials
- Students will use learning materials provided by Just English in both printed and electronic format.
- Just English will also provide an advanced online learning platform which will enable students to enjoy learning with their friends and interact with teachers if necessary.
- Schools that have broadband Internet facilities can use them to access the platform, while students can access it at home or through mobile devices.
Teacher Training
- Just English will provide intensive training and supervision of the teachers to use the Just English methods and materials for the Programme.
Reports
- Just English will monitor the Programme and furnish periodic reports to the school, to ensure that the objectives for the Programme are met.
Designing Your Future
Students will develop skills to manage time and resources, develop interpersonal skills for success and gain decision-making ability.
This programme comprises 9 lessons with assignments. The suggested duration for completion of the whole programme is 8 weeks. Each lesson takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Students can complete the lessons and assignments anytime of the day at their own pace and convenience.
A certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Programme Features
- Personal Knowledge and Self-Management Skills
This unit consists of personality tests and brainstorming sessions with peers to allow students to explore their personality, strengths and weaknesses. Assignments are designed to encourage self-reflection and exploration, which will help students discover and utilise their potential. Ultimately this will empower them to make crucial decisions regarding their future.
- Interpersonal Knowledge and Skills
This unit sharpens students’ communication skills to effectively interact with people and expand their network. Assignments are designed to encourage students to practise their interpersonal skills. These skills include leadership, teamwork and conflict management, which prepare students for the challenges at university and the workplace.
Learning Topics
- Self-Management
- Managing Conflict
- Teamwork
- Career Decision Making
- Self-Understanding
- Networking Techniques
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Learning Environment
- Students are able to acquire independent learning skills, collaborate and share the information they have gained with other students on a purpose-built online social learning platform, SunagoLearn. This programme encourages students to learn with one another in a safe environment through instant application of what they have learnt as well as expand their social network.
- Throughout the programme, experienced and enthusiastic online coaches will engage with students to provide feedback and guidance.