We're already in the second week of a new session and it feels like we never even had a break. We're continuing many of our programs in the SALC this session and I'm hoping that we receive a stronger student response on some of them. Last session, several of our efforts were only moderately attended (book club) or not attended at all (movie club), despite students expressing an interest in these clubs.
Our students seem to be pressed for time and energy and are reticent to add yet another activity to their already full plates. I'm hoping that, over time, we can convince students of the benefits of these activities and they will see them as a helpful addition to their language learning process.
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Last week, I attended a University meeting on ePortfolios. I am hoping that, perhaps, ELI will become interested in keeping ePortfolios for our students. I think it would be a great way for students to track their progress in learning English, and would give them ready-made evidence of their accomplishments.
