Week 3: Check out what's on

Resources to make the most out of your learning!

1.  Tutoring at the TLC (Tutoring Learning Centre):  Speaking and Writing Tutoring in C503 with Peer Tutors.  Check out their blog for more information. 

2.  Student Success workshops and Peer Leader assistance:  Check this blog (http://www.eslatgbc.com/ for upcoming workshops and clubs, as well as info on study tips and events. 
Start your own study group and we'll support you!!
 Peer Leaders are available in D304A.

Workshops this week:

1.  Library Research Workshop (levels 4-6)

THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL!

TODAY, Monday, May 16th 3pm ESL Library, D315.

2.  Speak Up (levels 4-8) :  

Practice conversation and public speaking skills in a relaxed atmosphere and make new friends in the process.

When:  Wednesdays

Where:  D309

Time: 3:00-4:30 pm

 3.  NEW!!  Listen Up Workshop (levels 5 and up)

A new workshop to help you practice listen skills and build your vocabulary by watching and discussing interesting programs and sitcoms. 

 When:  Tues and Thursdays

Where:  Tues D316 and Thurs D302

Time:  12-1:30pm

4.  Games Club

 Fun Opportunity to Practice your English and meet new friends.  Join the Games Club with Marcela to learn English and have fun at the same time.

When:  Thursdays

Where: Meet at Peer Leader Office, D304 A

Time: 10:00am-1:00 pm

5.   NEW!!  Stress Management and Memorization Skills Workshop
--learn and practice these valuable skills.

Sign up with your Class Rep

1.  Thurs May 19th (sched A), 10-12 pm, D316

                      2.  Thurs May 26th (sched B ), 1-3 pm, D310

 6. Writing Study Group (levels 5 and up)

Thursdays, 3pm, Meet in D301.

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITY

 Career Planning Workshop for levels 5-8 students.

Find out answers to your questions about post-secondary education.
WHEN:  Tues May 31st (Sched A students); 
                Thurs June 2nd (Sched B students)

12:00-1:30pm

Room:  E430

Representatives from Advising, Counselling, Admissions, International and Assessment will be there to answer your questions.
SPACE IS LIMITED!  REGISTER SOON!!

TO REGISTER:  Email Aarzoo aumari@georgebrown.ca

Send Aarzoo the following to register:

1.  Your full name

2.  Your level and class (e.g. 5C)

3.  The date you would like to attend (May 31st or June 2nd)

4.  At least one question that you would like to have answered at the workshop.

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL OF THE ABOVE TO REGISTER!

Don't forget about the VIDEO COMPETITION!!

Deadline:  Week 6, Friday, June 10th.

Create a 2-3 minute video on the topic of Life in Toronto or at GBC.
Win an iPod Nano, Flip Camera or Movie Passes for 2!!
One student has offered to help anyone who requires help with editing software.  Email Dorothy for details or if you have any questions.  dvangroo@georgebrown.ca


Here is an example of a video on the topic of "Places to Hang Out in Toronto, " created by 2 of your Peer Leaders, Arjola and Mehdi.

Stay in touch and  "LIKE" us on Facebook!!  www.facebook.com/GBC.ESL
www.facebook.com/GBC.ESL
You can see a couple of examples of video entries from last year's contest!!

And, as always, we encourage you to STUDY SMARTER, NOT HARDER.  FORM A STUDY GROUP and ask a peer leader to assist you.  Remember:  We learn 

• 50% of what we Hear and See

• 70% of what is Discussed with Others

• 80% of what we Experience Personally

• 95% of what we Teach to someone else