Most of the Cambodian youths have had experiences with learning from foreign volunteers. Since all the schools are closed in Cambodia because of Coronavirus (COVID-19), I invited some youths to write something for me. I’d like to hear the voice of Cambodian youths – what they think about foreign volunteers. This week, I invited my … Continue reading Voice of Cambodian Youths
When you travel in Cambodia, you need to know some basic Khmer (Cambodian language). I find it easier to use the standard English International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to show the pronunciation. When I first arrived in Cambodia, I was given some textbooks and websites from the priests and volunteers but none of the materials have … Continue reading Learn Khmer
The English Club started running since October this year. First, we welcomed the year 1 students. After the academic year officially commenced, we started to include students from other years of study. For the past two weeks, the number of attendees fluctuated especially for year 4 students. The Club organised activities every day according to … Continue reading Feeling Grateful
'Yeah, I'd like to go to Bokor Mountain tomorrow morning. Which tour is better?' I asked the owner of the guesthouse. 'I like this one more. The guide is funny and he can speak better English.' The lady said. 'OK. I will take this one then. Let me go back to my room to get … Continue reading Work – For Real
Presentation time again. 😛 The group is much smaller this time cos previously I told the class that there would be tests. Students who are afraid of tests decided not to attend my class. Too bad, this is actually where the essence is. 😛 For those who continue, they have to do homework, in-class exercises … Continue reading An Unforgettable Experience
Starting from this week, I gave my students tests on phonetics. When I say tests, I don't really mean tests. I actually mean exercises but I want to give them a sense of 'pressure'. While learning is fun, giving them some 'pressure' (not too much) will help them improve further. After all, we all live … Continue reading Tests, Tests And More Tests… In Life
'Wow! Online lessons! No way! No privacy! Everyone can see me!' Huh?! Online lessons <> live streaming on YouTube. 'I prefer face to face.' Huh?! You can see my face and I can see your face too. 'No! I can't learn phonetics online. I need to see your lip shapes.' Huh?! I can see your … Continue reading Online… Offline… Both Are Face to Face, Please!
'Teacher!', one of the students screamed as I went into the classroom. After she got my attention, she pointed at the whiteboard. It read, 'Teacher, I love you too much.' It was so sweet of her!! 🙂 This is probably the best gift I have received so far after I arrived in Cambodia. The next … Continue reading My Reward!
