Wrapping Up

March was ETA Harrison Crawford’s sixth month at the site, making it the last month before he departs for America. As part of his preparations for leaving the site, Harrison is also wrapping up his two ongoing Community Engagement Projects: separate, independent English Clubs for SMK Negeri 3 Manado students and teachers. These projects aim to improve the general level of English knowledge at the school through low-pressure, fun exercises and an environment where practice and questions are encouraged. Students from all grades and majors would attend in a rotating cast that included over 60 students and extended throughout the entire life of the grant.

Harrison created a culminating debate project for the Student English Club to help students demonstrate their increased ability to express themselves in English. In their penultimate English Club meeting, students were randomly assigned an opponent and asked to draw one of several thought-provoking topics from an envelope. They were then given 15 minutes to prepare their thoughts and formulate arguments defending their position. Students had a great time and demonstrated a significantly increased knowledge of English relative to the semester’s start. Harrison couldn’t be prouder of how far his students have come.

Harrison Crawford is currently teaching at SMKN 3 Manado, North Sulawesi.

Last Updated: Jul 18, 2024 @ 9:54 pm
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