ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION OF MONGOLIA

The 4th National TEFL Conference Program Book

Table of Contents Welcome Organizing Committee ELTAM Introduction ELTAM Publications Our Supporters and Sponsors Conference Schedule Venue Plan Plenary Speaker Concurrent Sessions Conference Presenters’ Email List Acknowledgement

WELCOME A warm welcome to the 4th National TEFL Conference held under the theme REFLECTIVE LEARNING, REFLECTIVE TEACHING! We are really delighted to see you, as a part of the professional community, once again at our annual conference to reflect on English language learning and teaching issues. Every year we usually select one hot topic to discuss, share and put into practice. This year the theme has been chosen because of its practical significance and innovation. It means that it is time for learners and teachers to look back at their own learning and teaching, analyze and find better ways for further improvements. Our annual TEFL Conference provides teachers of English with opportunities to discuss, share and reflect on various issues, and encourages them to use their gained experiences in their classrooms. We encourage critical thinking and taking a closer look at different English language learning and teaching dimensions and angles. There are different sessions, including papers, workshops, demonstrations, discussions and posters, in total 68 presenters’ 50 presentations, in this program book. By looking through it, you will find and select some presentations that can be of your interest. For two days you will be busy going from session to session. So, be prepared for a busy weekend. We are asking you to fill out a conference evaluation form and return it to the conference organizers at the end of the conference. It will help us with improving future conference organization. Finally, we hope that you will find this year conference informative, useful and enjoyable.

Organizing Committee

4th National TEFL Conference Organizing Committee

Mira Namsrai, Ph.D, ELTAM Vice President, Chair of the Organizing Committee Program Sub-committee:

1. Ulziijargal Sanjaasuren, President, ELTAM, World Learning / SIT 2. Burmaa Tsoodol, ELTAM Board member, Mongolian State University of

Education 3. Erdenetsetseg Gulgee, ELTAM Board member, Enkh-Orchlon Institute 4. Aleta Loftis, English Language Institute, Mongolia

Logistics Sub-committee:

1. Dugarmaa Sandagsuren, Mongolian University of Science and Technology 2. Hongorzul Sodnom, National University of Mongolia 3. Chimid Suren, ELTAM Board member, National University of Mongolia 4. Zolzaya Batmunkh, ELTAM Board member, UB school # 77 5. Enkhtungalag Dalkhaa, ELTAM Board member, Food and Technology College 6. Ganbold Majin, ELTAM Board member, Mongolian University of Science and

Technology 7. Gantuya Baljir, ELTAM office manager

Organized by

English Language Teachers’ Association of Mongolia

Sponsored by

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION OF MONGOLIA (ELTAM)

ELTAM is the first and only professional non-governmental, non-profit organization that has been working on development of an EL teachers’ network in the country to facilitate coordination and collaboration between EL programs and advocate for EL teachers’ interests at different levels. A small group of English teachers initiated the English Language Teachers’ Association of Mongolia (ELTAM) that would be able to unite all EL teachers in the country. The organization was registered with the Ministry of Justice of Mongolia in August 1997. ELTAM initiates and organizes annual ELT conferences, workshops round table discussions; research projects, materials development and in-service teacher training courses in order to stimulate professional development of Mongolian teachers of English.

The aims of ELTAM are to: benefit English language teachers of Mongolia to raise their professional

competence and confidence disseminate latest methods and approaches in English language teaching and

encourage teachers to practice them in order to improve English language teaching methodology

create services which satisfy teachers' needs in finding information for development and growth

encourage activities and initiatives of English language teachers, researchers and writers

consolidate communication and relations between English language teachers all over the country

establish links and cooperation with Mongolian and international organizations. Activities have included: ELTAM implemented the following activities to provide English language teachers in the country with opportunities for development and contribute to their professional growth:

the National TEFL Conference national curriculum development national textbook development implementation of the National Program on English Education developing ELT

in schools through rural branches teacher training seminars and workshops on ELT methodology the National English Olympics for secondary school students ELTAM Newsletter production services of the resource center ELT materials production test design for secondary school students survey among secondary school teachers English Language program development for rural school drop-out children. (The

main focus is made on helping secondary teachers from rural schools who do not have access to services and information.)

Feasibility study on current situation of English Education ELTAM Strategies are to: open its rural branches to build its institutional capacity, establish a nationwide

network and reach out members in remote areas, expand resource center's services, run official certificate training courses on ELT for those who is interested in

teaching English at secondary schools, help teachers to improve a quality of secondary school English language

programs, join TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages), the

international organization to become its affiliate and participate in worldwide events on ELT.

In 2010, ELTAM joined TESOL, a global association of teachers of English. Letter of approval ELTAM Address: Amar 2 Street, Room # 200 INTEROFFICE Building Email: mongoliatefl@gmail.com Telephone: 50030114

ELTAM PUBLICATIONS ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEXTBOOKS FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS OTHER MATERIALS

Conference Schedule

Friday May 7, 2010

Friday 14.00 – 15.00 Registration and name badge pick up 15.00 – 15.30 Opening ceremony 15.30 – 17.00 Plenary Session

May 8, 2010 Saturday

Morning Sessions 9.30 – 10.00 Registration and name badge pick up 10.00 – 13.00 Concurrent Sessions Lunch Afternoon Sessions 14.00 – 17.00 Concurrent Sessions

May 9, 2010 Sunday

Morning Sessions 9.30 – 10.00 Registration and name badge pick up 10.00 – 12.15 Concurrent Sessions 12.00 – 13.00 Poster Sessions Lunch 14.00 – 17. 00 Closing ceremony and performance

We would like you to draw your attention to the following: 1. Please wear your name badge at all times so people are able to identify you. 2. Please be on time for all sessions. 3. Please turn your mobile phones off or to silent during sessions. 4. All sessions will be held at the Mongolian University of Science & Technology

(MUST).

PLENARY SPEAKER

Dr. Stephen J Hall is a Director, Language and Compulsory Studies, Sunway University College, Malaysia. He was an INSETT nation-wide Project Manager for four years in Malaysia working with the Ministry of Education. Previously, he trained Singaporean teachers and was a corporate trainer focusing on business English and cross cultural communication. He managed Language and Communication, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore for four years.

QUESTIONING OURSELVES AS TEACHERS WHO AIM TO MAXIMISE LEARNING

Beyond the aims and objectives of lesson planning lies the need to develop questioning of ourselves as teachers and questioning amongst our learners. While lesson plans provide a valuable signposting of steps in teaching, it is important to see the learning opportunities (Allwright, 2006) which may arise when the unexpected occurs. There may be times when the change in a lesson direction may help us question ourselves as reflective thinking teachers. Along with these challenges, the paper suggests a framework for analyzing our own classroom interactions and ourselves as teacher/learners. This framework draws on the presenter’s recent research into reflective practice within rural in service teacher development courses. The analysis of reflective practice involved both teachers and teacher trainers. The framework will relate to large class dynamics and methods of fostering changes from reliance on teacher-fronted grammar dominated approaches. In addition, Dr. Stephen Hall will conduct a workshop on the topic “Exploring classroom interaction through the hows and whys of questioning” on May 8, 2010. Participants will explore how change in a lesson direction may help us question ourselves as reflective thinking teachers. The workshop suggests ways of analyzing our own classroom interactions and ourselves as teacher/learners. The framework will relate to large class dynamics and bringing changes from reliance on teacher-fronted grammar dominated approaches.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

Morning Schedule Saturday, May 8th, 2010 10:00 Sessions

01 10:00-11:30 90 min Demonstration Room 302

Multiple Teaching Methodologies For Active Learning And Teaching

Ronaldo Baya-On, VSO Multiple Teaching Methodologies (MTM) is a variety of teaching strategies grouped in three categories appropriate for lesson presentation. It gives emphasis on the level of impact towards students’ acquisition of knowledge and skills development in the learning process. Participants are expected to design successful instruction by including a variety of methodologies in every lesson. Teacher Training / College / University

02 10:00-11:30 90 min Workshop Room 303 Exploring Classroom Interaction Through the Hows and Whys of Questioning

Dr. Stephen Hall, Sunway University College, Malaysia In an interactive workshop participants will build awareness of questioning oneself and reflect on the classroom use of questions. A practical framework for reflective teaching will be experienced through techniques applicable for ourselves as teachers and for learners. Teacher Training / College / University / Secondary Level

03 10:00 – 11:30 90 min Demonstration Room 304 Franchising ( Listening, Speaking and Reading Exercises in the Business English Classroom) Ariunaa Gunsentsoodol, Sarantuya Sangijantsan, MUST

The presenters demonstrate the methods used for teaching Business English to improve students’ listening, speaking, and reading skills, enriching their vocabulary through professional text. Some student work will be shown at the lesson. University / College

04 10:00 – 11:35 90 min Demonstration Room 306 How Can Rubrics Improve Student Evaluation?

Wallace Good, Boldmaa Baldandorj, Bayanhongor Education and Culture Department Presenters will demonstrate the development and use of rubrics to evaluate student ability to produce English. As teachers practice using rubrics, they will be encouraged to discuss challenges in evaluating students. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

05 10:00 – 11:30 90 min Demonstration Room 409 Practical Reflective Teaching

Kathryn Newby, Aleta Loftis, ELI, Mongolia

The two presenters will each give a ten-minute lesson. Next, small groups of students will participate in guided reflection groups. Then in small groups members will create mini-activities about “giving good instructions.” Ss will each teach an activity to their group mates. After each group member teaches, all participants in the group will reflect about the effectiveness of their activities and their instruction-giving. Next, students will underline reflect on the activity they have taught. Finally, several volunteers will share their reflective thoughts with the whole group. Teacher Training / Development / Secondary school

Morning Schedule Saturday, May 8th, 2010 11:40 Sessions

01 11:40 - 13:10 90 min Workshop Room 302

Choosing And Evaluating Textbooks Erdenetsetseg Gulgee, Enkh-Orchlon Institute

In this workshop, the presenter will take up some of the issues surrounding the selection, evaluation and production of textbooks. The main focus of attention will be principally on the evaluation and use of English textbooks produced for Mongolian secondary schools. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

02 11:40 – 12:25 45 min Paper Room 303 Teaching Subject-Specific Business English

Marina Bukhaeva, Institute of Finance and Economics

Focusing on the need to find a match between language practice and students’ subject-matter, this presentation will examine two major issues:

• Why Business English within ESP does not fit into the generally accepted categories

• Language practice for students’ subject-matter Classroom Materials / University / College

03 11:40 – 12:25 45 min Demonstration Room 304

Hardworking Bees! Motivating Shy and Underachieving Students

Buyanaa Bayanjargal, Erdem-Orgil complex school, Uvs Hardworking bees are short activities, ideas, and methods collected and classroom-tested by the

presenter to give a chance to shy and underachieving students to participate in activities. The presenter will demonstrate a variety of interesting activities during this workshop. All participants will receive some helpful handouts. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

04 11:40 – 12:25 45 min Demonstration Room 306

Teaching Culture in the Foreign Language Classroom

Ariunaa Altan, Institute of Business and Commerce

This paper deals with the issues of how teaching foreign language and culture has developed, how teaching culture is incorporated into the foreign language classroom, the methods and techniques used, and which culture-related activities can be offered to learners. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school / College / University

05 11:40 – 13:10 90 min Demonstration Room 409 Practical Reflective Teaching

Kathryn Newby, Aleta Loftis, ELI, Mongolia

The two presenters will each give a ten-minute lesson. Next, small groups of students will participate in guided reflection groups. Then in small groups members will create mini-activities about “giving good instructions.” Ss will each teach an activity to their group mates. After each group member teaches, all participants in the group will reflect about the effectiveness of their activities and their instruction-giving. Next, students will underline reflect on the activity they have taught. Finally, several volunteers will share their reflective thoughts with the whole group. Teacher Training / Development / Secondary school

Afternoon Schedule Saturday, May 8th, 2010 12:35 Sessions

01 12:35-13:20 45 min Demonstration Room 302 A Study on Needs Analysis of Non-English Major Students in Mongolian

Universities

Khishigsukh Boldbaatar, MSUE The presenter conducted a survey on needs analysis among non-English major students in Mongolian Universities in 2008. The results give insight into current and future needs, as well as how these needs differ from those of directors and teachers. Teacher Training / Development / College / University

02 12:35 – 13:20 45 min Paper Room 303 Reflective Specifics of Using IT in English Teaching

Ariunaa Ravdan, School # 84, Ulaanbaatar Nowadays new upgraded versions of IT programs, which can make teachers’ work much easier appears almost every two months. On the other hand, not only organizations but also families have been using the Internet from different sources. Teaching and learning English using IT has become inevitable. This presentation offers some ways to reflect on materials using IT. Secondary school level

03 12:35 – 13:20 45 min Demonstration Room 304 Memory Training Methods

Bolormaa Ayurzana, Munhtsetseg Gombosuren, MUST This session gives background information about human working memory, short-term, and long-term memory. Also in this study the capacity of WM is described. This report contains some effective methods which influence memory. The important part is the result of some studies taken among students of CSMS, MUST studying EL102 from since January Today they are going talk about how new vocabulary is learned. Teachers need effective ways to help students improve their writing and build their vocabulary. My teaching experience, augmented by research, suggests that the best way to help students do these things is not through manipulated or controlled writing exercises, but rather by giving attention to the processes that contribute to a finished piece of writing. Classroom Teaching / College / University

04 12:35 – 13:20 45 min Demonstration Room 306

Bookbridge Project

Uugantsetseg Gantumur, Youth Development Center, Uvurhangai This presentation focuses on the ways in which teachers can promote good speaking practices and create confident and positive language learning environments. The presentation will begin with an exploration of the importance of teaching toward communication as a goal. In this case an English environment is better than learning in the classroom. The next section will touch on the benefits of helping students move beyond grammar in favor of improving their confidence in speaking. Some students may have an incredible understanding of written grammar while lacking the self-assuredness and/or ability to speak. Finally, the presentation will offer an explanation about learning by doing. This presentation will stress the importance of the aforementioned methodologies while providing simple, accessible, and applicable examples of student-centered classroom activities and practices that engender good speaking abilities. Teacher Training / Development

05 12:35 – 13:20 45 min Demonstration Room 319

Innovation in English Language Instruction

Amarsaikhan Deleg, DynEd, Mongolia DynEd believes that any comprehensive reform in the way English is taught and studied in schools around the world should include an IT system for English language education, moreover, any such system should include pedagogical theory, assessment, quality control and administrative elements that contribute to the innovation. DynEd further believes that even an appropriate IT system is not in itself a solution to English language education problems, rather a tool in service of solution – and then only if it is embedded within an appropriate plan that reforms curriculum, train teachers and establishes strategic plans and goals that are internationally comparable. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school / College / University /

Lunch 13:20 – 14:00

Conference Schedule Saturday, May 8th, 2010 14:00 Sessions

01 14:00-14:45 45 min Paper Room 302

Are Speaking Problems Real Fear in English Language Classroom?

Ariunbold Dandar, Munkhchimeg Tuvdendarjaa, MSUE The aim of the presentation is to introduce findings of research on difficulties secondary school students face in developing their speaking ability in and to present possible solutions of these problems for a wider discussion. The data of the study came from statistics, observations, and experience in personal teaching practicum. During the presentation, some speaking activities will be carried out to provide appropriate examples of possible solutions. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

02 14:00-14:45 45 min Paper Room 303 Culture Matters!

Enkhtsetseg Batsuren, NUM The presenter will demonstrate that deep knowledge of a target language culture is key to successful language acquisition and communication. Classroom Materials / College / University

03 14:00-14:45 45 min Paper Room 304

ELTAM Future Perspectives Dr. Mira Namsrai, Institute of Education This session aims to draw teachers’ attention to ELTAM as a professional organization, its strategies and activities. As a TESOL affiliate, ELTAM now is going to extend its scope of work and enhance networking of members and provide more opportunities for professional development. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

04 14:00-14:45 45 min Demonstration Room 306 Touring the World

Lewis Schrader, Ulaanbaatar University The purpose of this session is to introduce a model which makes a safe environment to practice English speaking. The model can be used in all levels from elementary to Advanced levels and in my opinion in all levels of education elementary schools to the university level. Stories are used to give information about any topic, which includes biographies, and lifestyles. Classroom Teaching / College / University

05 14:00-14:45 45 min Demonstration Room 319 Oral Presentation on Past and Future

Enkhmaa Tsegmid, NUM The past and the future are common topics in all types of language classes, from grammar to discussion and from beginner to advanced. The following is an oral presentation assignment requiring students to research the past, make predictions about the future, and give a presentation to the class as a whole. It is designed for adult and university classes but can also be used at the high school level. Teacher Training / Development / College / University

Conference Schedule Saturday, May 8th, 2010

15:00 Sessions

01 15:00-15:45 45 min Paper Room 302 How Learning Styles Inform the ELT Materials Development Process

Batsuuri Damdinjav, Ankhzaya Batsuuri, MSUE The presentation is intended to provide teachers with some ideas of improving their students’ reading skills by developing and/ or selecting appropriate types of tasks concordant with students’ particular learning styles. The core data is drawn from a small study conducted among university seniors.

Classroom Materials / College / University

02 15:00-15:45 45 min Paper Room 303 Pearson Education’s educational technology and other learning resources.

Handsuren Lkhamsuren, Bilegunsky, Co Ltd The presenter introduces Pearson Education, the global leader in educational publishing, providing scientifically research-based print and digital programs. She demonstrates most recent adaptation in ESL teaching such as CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning), using technology in teaching etc. Classroom Materials / College / University / Secondary school

03 15:00-15:45 45 min Paper Room 304 ESP Curriculum Design

Oyuntsetseg Namjildorj, University of the Humanities

The presentation will focus on understanding what English for Specific Purposes is and the issues related to its curriculum design in the context of Mongolian Universities. Teacher Training / Development / College / University

04 15:00-15:45 45 min Demonstration Room 306 How To Run Youth Friendly Clubs In English

Allison Mintz, Youth Development center, Uvurhangai

This presentation introduces some ideas on how to create and facilitate various clubs such as English speaking and movie clubs. The presenter will discuss about starting and running clubs including the differences between facilitator and teacher, and active verse passive teaching. Teacher Training / Secondary school

05 15:00-15:45 45 min Demonstration Room 319 Effective Reading and Summary Writing

Saranchimeg Tumur, Orchlon School, Ulaanbaatar

The presenter will demonstrate some activities and methods that are more beneficial for developing students’ receptive and productive abilities integrating both reading and writing skills. Participants will be exposed the activities during the workshop, and receive comprehensive handouts. Secondary school level

Afternoon Schedule Saturday, May 9th, 2009 16:00 Sessions

01 16:00 – 16:45 45 min Demonstration Room 302 Developing students’ speaking strategies

Soyol-Erdene Sanjaa, Bayasgan Tseesed, MSUE

This presentation will focus on the role and implications of developing speaking strategies in the English language classroom.. Findings are based on classroom research aimed at identifying which metacognitive and cognitive speaking strategies English language majors use. The research findings allow us to raise the issues and problems students encounter while speaking English. The final part of the presentation discusses possible solutions on how to improve student speaking proficiency. Classroom Teaching / College / University

02 16:00 – 16:45 45 min Paper Room 303 E-Learning

Nadya Kononova, Bayarmaa Dalkhjav, MUST

E-learning encompasses CBT, WBT and other electronic delivery forms of training and teaching. The authoring of E-learning must be done methodically, considering the user interface and effective transfer of knowledge. These challenges come at a time of increasing pressure on resources, and the increasing diversity in the student population and their modes of attendance, including learning that is part-time, at a distance, open or flexible. Teacher Training / College / University

03 16:00 – 16:45 45 min Paper Room 304

Practice Speaking through Presentation

Badamtsetseg Badamdorj, NUM

This paper aims to provide EFL teachers with a technique for encouraging reluctant students to speak in the language classroom. Participants will be introduced to how students make oral presentations using internet sources. Classroom Teaching / College / University

04 16:00 – 16:45 45 min Discussion Room 306

Introducing the English Teacher Standards

Burmaa Tsoodol, MSUE, Erdenetsetseg Gulgee, Enkh-Orclon Institute

By the request of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science the team of 3 ELTAM Board members currently have been working on English Teacher Standards. At the session the first draft of the standards will be offered for a discussion at the wider professional community. The first national standards are tied around teacher language competence, classroom instruction and management, assessment and professional development. Secondary school / College / University

05 16:00 – 16:45 45 min Paper Room 319 Teaching English in Multilevel Class

Sarantsetseg Batjargal, Mandahtsetseg Tsedendamba, University of the Humanities

There is a huge discrepancy in the language proficiency levels of learners. When new learners are admitted to a class at the beginning of every month, there are always learners at very different proficiency levels in the same class. The discrepancy is also broadened by the fact that each learner has two different macro-skills that need to be improved in each 160-hour block. Firstly, this paper aims to describe the types of problems that the learners tend to have in these multi-level classes regardless of the difference in their nationalities. The paper then explores how the trainers in these classrooms handle their lessons to attract the attention of the learners. The paper will suggest some strategies to successfully teach these learners, given the fact that they all have different language skills that need to be improved. Classroom Teaching / Methods

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

Morning Schedule Sunday, May 9th, 2010 10:00 Sessions

01 10:00- 10:45 45 min Paper /

Discussion Room 302

Reflecting on Mongolia English Language Teacher Education experiences (Issues for discussion)

Burmaa Tsoodol, MSUE

The presenter will introduce the English teaching programme of the State University of Education: the experiences and issues. In overall, the presentation invites the audience to discuss and reflect on English teacher education in Mongolia: its planning, management and evaluation.

Representatives of Teacher training institutions, and all other stakeholders, directly or indirectly involved in that field, are very much welcome. Teacher Training / College / University / Secondary school

02 10:00- 10:45 45 min Paper Room 303 Teaching Online Course for Second Language Learners

Khaliunaa Ochirbat, University of the Humanities

The presenter raises the issues on how to use online courses in English language classes in an effective way. Does the online course fit Mongolian circumstances? Classroom Teaching / Methods / College / University

03 10:00- 10:45 45 min Demonstration Room 304 Learning to Use Idiomatic Expressions Correctly

Suren Chimed, Myagmarsuren Dashlegtseg, NUM

Understanding and using idioms is essential for EFL students. The presenters will demonstrate how to use idioms in speaking and writing activities with their students. Because we believe idioms form a very important part of American English. We will run several hands-on activities which will cause Mongolian secondary school teachers to not only see, but actually feel the effectiveness of using Idioms in speaking and writing Classroom Teaching / Methods / Secondary school

04 10:00-10:45 45 min Paper Room 306 Stimulating Oral Interaction in the Classroom

Bolorchuluun Munkhbaatar, Enkhsaikhan Banzragch, Punsalmaa Batchuluun, Enkh Orchlon Institute Presenters are going to share their experiences of organizing speaking activities effectively. Speaking activities for improving students’ motivation and involvement will be demonstrated as well. There will be certain demonstration examples for participants. Other activities will be given in handouts that are provided during the session. Classroom Teaching / Methods / College / University

05 10:00-10:45 45 min Demonstration Room 319 Teaching Business English and Activities in Business English classrooms

Purevsuren Bayarsain, University of the Humanities At the beginning of the presentation, the presenter would like to talk about BE with the audience. She will explain and show the importance of teaching Business English. Also the audience will receive some theoretical ideas on teaching Business English. At the end of the session,

participants will be involved in some activities, which can be used in Business English classrooms. Classroom Teaching / Methods / College / University

Morning Schedule Sunday, May 9th, 2010 11:00 Sessions

01 11:00 – 11:45 45 min Paper Room 302

Raising Meta-Cognitive Awareness Of Language Learning

Munkh-Orgil Enkhbaatar, Erdenesailkhan Gandolgor, Nasandooyo Dagvadorj, MSUE Most briefly language is a means of communication. Communication is a mental process. Thus, considering language as a unique way of human thinking, we will be seeking a better and more appropriate methodology for ESL students. This presentation will focus on the importance of cognitive benefits in language teaching. Classroom Teaching / Methods / Secondary school

02 11:00 – 11:45 45 min Paper Room 303 Constructing And Use of New ESP Curriculum in Teaching Accounting English

Enkhmend Lkhagva, NUM The paper examines how construction and use of the new curriculum of ESP/Accounting English/ in formal instruction may influence students’ achievement in mastering professional English, as perceived by L2 learners at the School of Economic Studies NUM. The focus is on learners’ perception of their own experience. The methodology used was both qualitative, responding to a questionnaire and interview, and quantitative, involving exam results. The data elicited is analyzed to construct a differentiated picture of teaching ESP with the new curriculum in actual practice. Classroom Teaching / Methods / Secondary school

03 11:00 – 11:45 45 min Paper Room 304 Dr. Seuss: Grades 4 through 64

Dr. David Pichaske, Southwest Minnesota State University

The children’s books of Dr. Seuss interest everyone, pre-schoolers to college students. Their simple vocabulary, clever rhymes, and funny stories make them an excellent way to learn English. The complex philosophical issues they raise support serious analysis, discussion and doctoral dissertations.

Classroom Materials / Secondary school

04 11:00 – 11:45 45 min Paper Room 306 Suggesting Useful Tips on the IELTS Academic Writing Test-task 2

Dorjsumiya Yondonperenlei, University of the Humanities IELTS academic writing test, particularly writing task -2 based on opinion, argumentative and problem essays, is the most challenging part for most test takers. This paper advises students how to produce good essays within a short time and which things test takers need to consider on the basis of personal experience. Classroom Teaching / College / University

05 11:00 – 11:45 45 min Paper Room 319 Some Tribal Names of Native Americans

Soyolbold Sergelen, NUM Native Americans are thought to be related to Mongolians. There are some archaeological and genetic evidences as well as a few linguistic observations made by some Mongolian scholars who found similarity in the tribal names of the Mongolian and Native American peoples. It seems some Central Asian tribal names made their way to North America and many Native American and Mongolian tribal names mean the same: ‘’People, ‘’ ‘’us,’’ we’’, human”. Also, it is observed that being named after a totem animal is common both in North America and Central Asia. Classroom Materials / Content

Afternoon Schedule Sunday, May 9th, 2010 12:00 Sessions

01 12:00 – 12:45 45 min Demostration Room 302 Developing E-materials for the EFL Classroom

Bayanjargal Purevsuren, Ardakhan Khabsemet, MSUE

In recent years, the use of ICT in teaching has increased. Even so, it is not technology, but the teacher that determines the quality of learning. The presenters will share their ideas and experiences on how teachers can design and develop e-materials according to their students’ needs and interests. Classroom Materials / / College / University

02 12:00 – 12:45 45 min Paper Room 303 Roles of the Teacher in the Classroom

Bulgan Ganbat, Khumuun complex school, Tuv aimag The paper considers five roles of teachers in the classroom, such as direction setter, change agent, developer, communicator and steward. Accordingly participants will see how to motivate students’ learning in the foreign language. Classroom Teaching / Methods / Secondary school

03 12:00 – 12:45 45 min Paper Room 304 Using BBC in Teaching English

Dulguun Tsogbadrakh, NUM

The presenter will describe some possibilities of using the BBC as a tool for English language learning and teaching. Several program resources and reasons will be revealed. Classroom Materials / / College / University

04 12:00 – 12:45 45 min Paper Room 306 Looking at the Teacher’s Role as Initiator of Interaction in the English Classroom

Hongorzul Sodnom, NUM Interaction is a collaborative exchange of thoughts, feelings, or ideas between people resulting in a reciprocal effect on each other. Through interaction, students can increase their language store as they listen to or read authentic linguistic materials. Based on findings of key studies conducted in the field, the presenter invites the audience to look at main principles of classroom interaction and reflect on roles of teachers as an initiator of interaction The presentation will be supported by activities that ensure interactive talking and learning. Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

05 12:00 – 12:45 45 min Demonstration Computer Lab 2-20

WEB-Based English Lesson For Immediate Students At MUST

Altanzul Nayantai, Solongo Chunagsuren, Gantsetseg Jadamba, MUST

Software Application for English lesson which was made by English teachers in cooperation with IT engineers. The presenters will teach the first unit that is prepared using WEB. The participants will work in computer lab.

Classroom Teaching / Secondary school

Afternoon Schedule Sunday, May 9th, 2010

Poster Sessions

01 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall Project-based learning – one of modern pedagogical technologies

Bayarmaa Gurtseden, Munkh-Undarga Khavchig, MUST

Working in the micro-group, the students prepare projects that offer a solution to the problem task (create their intellectual product – a project). They learn to express their views, defend their position, listen and understand each other. They learn to dialogue which is so necessary in solving real problems. This is an opportunity to communicate with scientists, teachers and professionals because this project-based method is widely used in university education. Classroom Teaching / College / University

02 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall Some Vocabulary Teaching Techniques

Otgonsuren Tserensandiv, Arwaazana Budeebazar, Bayarmaa Gurtseden, MUST

Vocabulary is all the words we teach the students to create a new language. The more words you know, the more you will be able to understand what you hear and read; and you will be able to say clearly what you want to when speaking or writing. Classroom Teaching / College / University

03 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall ESP: Text Based Approach

Dr. Durgarmaa Sandagsuren, MUST Despite the growing demand for English for Specific Purposes (ESP) instruction in Mongolia, ESP courses are still limited to learning specific lexicon and translating texts. With the continued expansion and participation in the international business area, much attention should be drawn to the design of ESP courses which can help to prepare learners for future professional communication. In response to these needs, this poster demonstrates the approach to a ESP course design for Mongolian students in mining. When designing an ESP course, we surveyed our professional lecturers who teach special mining courses such as processing and exploring in

mining. Also we analyze learners’ specific needs. The texts are included integration of grammatical functions and improving reading, vocabulary and speaking skills. Classroom Teaching / College / University

04 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall Classroom Management

Sonombaljir Bayansan, Khishigdulam Nanjidmaa, MSUE

The poster will show the ways of encouraging participation of students in English language classroom, Questioning Tips and Tricks: ways to Facilitate student Questioning and some helpful questions to analyze your classroom management practices. It also will present Five Top Strategies to Keep Students Learning in a Calm Classroom Environment Teacher Training / Secondary school

05 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall A Blended Model - A Combination of Individual Practice and Classroom Activities

Undraa Batbayar, School # 23, Ulaanbaatar The presenter will demonstrate why traditional text based approaches are inefficient and why DynEd’s brain- based, computer assisted approach can transform and improve language learning. Teacher Training / Secondary school

06 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall Designing Innovative and Accessible Materials for Hands-On Classroom Language

Learning

Amanda Fiorino, Uyanga Enkhtaivan, School # 6, Choibalsan, Dornod aimag Participants will exhibit and demonstrate the creation and use of hand-made classroom materials such as board games, “word order trains,” and sock puppets. Take-home instructions will be provided. Classroom Materials / Secondary school

07 12:00 - 13:00 1 hour Poster Hall Improving Rearing Comprehension In English Classroom

Dr. Navchaa Adiya, Oyuntsetseg Bat-Ochir, MUST

This approach assumes that students learn to read a language by studying its vocabulary,

grammar, and sentence structure, not by actually reading it. In this approach, lower level learners read only sentences and paragraphs generated by textbook writers and instructors. The reading of authentic materials is limited to the works of great authors and reserved for upper level students who have developed the language skills needed to read them. When the goal of instruction is communicative competence, everyday materials such as train schedules, newspaper articles, and travel and tourism Web sites become appropriate classroom materials, because reading them is one way communicative competence is developed. Teacher Training / College / University

Lunch 13:00 – 14:00

CONFERENCE PRESENTERS’ EMAIL LIST

1. Stephen Hall stephenh@sunway.edu.my 2. Ronaldo Baya-On ronibee04@yahoo.com 3. Marina Buhkaeva marina.b@ife.edu.mn 4. Uugantsetseg Gantumur Bubaesoo@yahoo.com 5. Batsuuri Damdinjav Suuri0617@yahoo.com 6. Ankzaya Batsuuri Mgl.lady@yahoo.com 7. Byanaa Bayanjargal Buyanaab1961@yahoo.com 8. Ariunaa Ravdan ariunaa_ra@yahoo.com 9. Aleta Loftis aleta.loftis@elic.org

10. Kathryn Newby Kathryn.newby@elic.org 11. Ariunaa Gunsentsoodol forlanmes@yahoo.com 12. Sarantuya Sangijantsan forlanmes@yahoo.com 13. Amanda Fiorino amandafiorino@gmail.com 14. Uyanga Enkhtaivan lyricpeace@yahoo.com 15. Bolormaa Ayurzana abela1209@yahoo.com 16. Munkhtsetseg Gombosuren muudgii_go@yahoo.com 17. Munkh-Orgil Enkhbaatar justmustsay@yahoo.com 18. Erdenesaikhan Gandolgor erdenee_2016@yahoo.com 19. Nasandooyo Dagvadorj cindy_dooyo@yahoo.com 20. Undraa Batbayar undraadmn@yahoo.com 21. Wallace Good w.good.3@hotmail.com 22. Bayanjargal Purevsuren bayan_jargal2007@yahoo.com 24. Bolorchuluun Munkhbaatar chuka917@yahoo.com 25. Enkhsaikhan Banzragch eca0317@yahoo.com 26. Punsalmaa Batchuluun punsab@yahoo.com 27. Sonombaljir Bayansan sbayansan@yahoo.com 28. Khishigdulam Nanjidmaa kboshoo@yahoo.com 29. Dorjsumiya Yondonperenlei dorjsumiya2003@yahoo.com 30. Khishigsukh Boldbaatar khishigsukhb@yahoo.com 31. Ariunaa Altan ariuna_ch@yahoo.com 32. Soyol-Erdene Sanjaa sokonoo_bs@yahoo.com 33. Bayasgalan Tseesed 34. Purevsuren Bayarsain b_purevsuren57@yahoo.com 35. Hongorzul Sodnom hongorzul@gmail.com 36. Ariunbold Dandar ariuka08 88@yahoo.com 37. Munkhchimeg Tuvdendarjaa chimgee t89@yahoo.com 38. Burmaa Tsoodol tsdburmaa@yahoo.com 39. Mira Namsrai miraelt@yahoo.com 40. Byarmaa Gurtseden gbayarmaa82@gmail.com 41. Oyuntsetseg Bat-Ochir b_oyuntsetseg@yahoo.com 42. Navchaa Adiya navchaa25@yahoo.com 43. Khaliunaa Ochirbat haliun0017@yahoo.com 44. Chimed Suren S_Chimed@yahoo.com

45. David Pichaske pichasked@hotmail.com 46. Bulgan Ganbat bulga_2007@yahoo.com 47. Enkhmend Lkhagva enkhmedl@yahoo.com 48. Altanzul Nayantai azl_info@yahoo.com

49. Solongo Chunagsuren solongoch@yahoo.com

50. Gantsetseg Jadambaa gan_must@yahoo.com

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Special Thanks & Appreciation The Organizing Committee would like to give special thanks and recognition to the organizations that made this year’s TEFL Conference possible through their generous donation of funds, materials, and hard work:

The English Language Teacher’s Association of Mongolia (ELTAM)

The US Embassy to Mongolia

The Mongolian University of Science & Technology

The Goyo Company

The ADMON Publishing

The Mongolian University of Education

Special thanks to

each of the Conference Presenters—there wouldn’t be a

conference without you!