Special programs -- Teachers from Incheon, South Korea

Teachers from Incheon, South Korea

Twenty English teachers from Incheon Province in South Korea participated in professional development at the ELI from January 7 to February 1. Their program included workshops in teaching methodology, classes to improve listening and speaking skills, school tours to introduce participants to the American educational system, excursions to the major cities of the region, and daily group reflection on American culture and pedagogy. Program coordinator Sarah Petersen commented, “The Incheon teachers were exceptionally open-minded in the face of the challenges of international travel and culture shock.” Members of the group attributed their positive attitude to the unshakable good humor of their leader, Mr. Chi-Bum Choi.