1. Teacher Training, August 2016 Familiarisation: All Grades Trainer’s Name, Trainer’s position 1

2. Reflectin g on what we are doing & why Silent Open- mindedne ss Time- bound Participat ion Punctual ity Housekeeping

3. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 By the end of this session participants will: be familiar with the structure and key features of Bridge to Success understand key differences and similarities between the grades. Aims of the session 3

4. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Twelve-grade course From beginning of primary to end of secondary (approx. age 6-17) UAE focus, with an international perspective Specifically developed for learners in UAE Northern Emirates Learners simultaneously acquire content knowledge, develop critical thinking skills and practise English language and literacy Bridge to Success 4

5. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Learner’s Book/Coursebook Delivers learning through a ‘naturalistic’ approach. Activity Book/Workbook Provides additional support, reinforcement and practice. Teacher’s Guide Provides comprehensive support for teachers, including suggested teaching strategies. Plus audio tracks to develop aural comprehension and pronunciation skills. Course structure and components 5

6. Bridge to Success resources Learner’s BookActivity BookTeacher’s Guide List what you expect to find in the Learner’s Book List what you expect to find in the Activity Book List what you expect to find in the Teacher’s Guide   

7. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Bridge to Success develops competencies in both conversational and academic English Unit projects, similar to those used in English-medium or international schools, offer the opportunity for summative performance tasks. Authentic reading and listening texts Variety of writing tasks and genres English for educational success 7

8. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Learning strategies throughout the Learner’s Book and Activity Book Exposure to a wide range of vocabulary, opportunities for revising lexis Individualised learning through differentiated activities, varying in difficulty and challenge to suit different types of learners English for educational success 8

9. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Integrated assessment: - opportunities for informal assessment throughout the course - teacher’s resources provide suggestions for extension or revision activities Review lessons at the end of every unit giving teachers a view of learners’ progress English for educational success 9

10. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Complete the treasure hunt activity with your grade group Exchange information with colleagues from the other grades What are the similarities and differences across the grades? Getting to know Bridge to Success 10

11. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 1.What are the similarities/differences between the grades? 2.Look at the differentiation activities in the Teacher’s Guide. Choose one example, can you adapt the suggested differentiation tasks or suggest alternative differentiation activities? 3.Which Teaching Strategies are you familiar with? Which are new to you and seem particularly interesting? Cross-group questions 11

12. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 What do you notice about the on-page features as the grades progress? Grade 4Grade 7 Grade 11 On-page features 12

13. In which section do you find… 1)The aims of the lesson?  Learning objectives and outcomes 2)The lexis and grammar focus?  Key vocabulary and structures 3)Timetable fit with previous lessons?  Links to prior learning 4)Anticipated challenges and solutions?  Common misconceptions POP QUIZ: Lesson Plan

14. What is the purpose of the stages/activities below? 1)Starter 2)Main activity 3)Differentiation activities 4)Plenary Lesson Plan stages/activities

15. 15 TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 What are possible challenges for you using the ideas presented today? What possible solutions could you see? Reflection

16. TEXT PAGE STANDARD This page will manage your text using the standard PPT text functions on your tool bar. The minimum size for presentations that will be projected to an audience should be 18. The minimum size for slide decks that will be read should be 10 Questions or comments? Thank you for your participation and attention!