GETT School Lecture 5; The Practice of the MicroSchool (마이크로스쿨 운영의 실제)

GETT
7 May 202413:45

Summary

TLDREunkyung Jeong, the principal of SEIS Microschool in Bihar, India, discusses the reality of running a microschool in three parts: introduction to SEIS Microschool, preparations for establishing microschools, and the actual operation of microschools. SEIS Microschool, located in a remote village on the Ganges River, offers two educational models: a standard model with individual tablets and a simple model with shared resources. Preparation involves extensive training and securing necessary resources like electricity and digital aids. The operation includes internet registration, content management, and encouraging active participation. Microschools bring significant educational benefits to children in underprivileged areas.

Takeaways

  • 🏫 SEIS Microschool is located in a remote village in Bihar, India, on an island in the Ganges River.
  • 🎉 The school's opening ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including GETT Chairman Ahn Dong-gyu.
  • 📚 Microschools operate in two models: the standard model with individual tablet PCs for students and the simple model using a shared tablet connected to a projector.
  • 🎧 Headphones are crucial in the standard model to prevent educational content sound from interfering with learning.
  • 👨‍🏫 A 4-week training course for microschool managers and a 6-week learning leader training course are available for those interested in running a microschool.
  • 🔌 Microschools require a significant amount of electricity, which can be a challenge in remote areas, necessitating the use of batteries and converters.
  • 🏠 SEIS Microschool uses existing school classrooms, but village halls or church locations can also serve as alternatives.
  • 🔄 It is important to charge tablet PCs and beam projectors immediately after use to ensure readiness for the next class.
  • 🤝 Establishing a microschool involves cooperation with the local village education committee and selecting students with a keen interest in learning.
  • 💻 Tablet PCs must be registered via the internet, and educational content can be downloaded from Google Drive.
  • 🌐 The educational content includes subjects like English, math, and the Bible, with future plans to add Korean language education.
  • 📝 Microschool classes are facilitated by provided PPTs, which include guidance, videos, audio, and homework, and emphasize the importance of safety and attendance.

Q & A

  • What is SEIS Microschool and where is it located?

    -SEIS Microschool is an educational institution situated in a remote village on the island of Camdeera in the middle of the Ganges River, in the Indian state of Bihar.

  • What is the significance of the opening ceremony of SEIS Microschool on January 29, 2024?

    -The opening ceremony marked the inauguration of the world's first microschool, with speeches from GETT Chairman Ahn Dong-gyu and attendance from various global education leaders.

  • What are the two models of microschools mentioned in the script?

    -The two models are the standard model, where students use individual tablet PCs and group classes with a projector, and the simple model, where one tablet is connected to a projector or monitor for group teaching.

  • How does self-directed learning work in a standard model microschool?

    -In a standard model microschool, each child uses their own tablet PC to study various educational contents at their own pace, with the importance of using headphones to avoid sound interference.

  • What is the role of a learning instructor in a simple model microschool?

    -A learning instructor in a simple model microschool encourages students to follow along with songs or movements, facilitating group learning of the same educational content.

  • What kind of training is required to run a microschool?

    -A 4-week training course for microschool managers is required, with an additional 6-week learning leader training course available, totaling 10 weeks of training.

  • What are the requirements for the physical setup of a microschool?

    -A microschool requires a suitable location such as a classroom, village hall, or church, and due to the digital nature of the teaching aids, a reliable source of electricity, including batteries and converters.

  • How can a microschool be established in a village?

    -A meeting with the village education committee is necessary to discuss cooperation and use of facilities. Local children, especially those interested in learning or with parents passionate about education, should be selected.

  • What is the process for registering tablet PCs in a microschool?

    -Each tablet PC must be registered via the Internet, with user IDs and passwords provided by the GETT Secretariat, and educational content can be downloaded from Google Drive.

  • What kind of educational content is available in a microschool?

    -Microschool content includes English, math, character education, the Bible, and future plans for Korean language education, with materials provided in various languages including Hindi, Indonesian, Khmer, Spanish, etc.

  • What are some best practices for conducting a microschool class?

    -Best practices include showing videos and encouraging student participation, assigning and checking homework, maintaining attendance, and creating a loving and encouraging environment for all children.

Outlines

00:00

🏫 Introduction to SEIS Microschool

Eunkyung Jeong, the principal of SEIS Microschool in Bihar, India, introduces the school and its unique location on an island in the Ganges River. SEIS Microschool, the first of its kind, was inaugurated on January 29, 2024, with speeches from GETT Chairman Ahn Dong-gyu and other dignitaries. The school operates on two models: the standard model where students use individual tablet PCs for independent study and group classes with a projector, and the simple model where a single tablet is connected to a projector for group instruction. The importance of providing headphones for students to avoid interference from educational content noise is emphasized.

06:16

📚 Preparing to Run a Microschool

The process for establishing a microschool includes a 4-week training course for microschool managers and an optional 6-week learning leader course, totaling 10 weeks of training. SEIS Microschool utilizes the classrooms of the SEIS school, but in villages without schools, village halls or church locations can be used. Given the unreliable electricity supply in poor areas, the necessity of batteries and converters for storing electricity is highlighted. The importance of immediate charging of tablet PCs and the need for sufficient batteries and converters for beam projectors are stressed. Establishing a sustainable microschool involves cooperation with local education committees and selecting interested students, possibly charging a tuition fee to encourage participation.

11:19

🌟 The Operation of Microschools

The actual operation of microschools requires the registration of each tablet PC via the Internet and downloading educational content from Google Drive. The Enuma program, used in microschools, does not require the Internet after initial registration. Educational content covers English, math, character studies, and the Bible, with plans to produce Korean language education materials. Content is in English with footnotes in various languages. Class guidance is facilitated by PPTs that include videos, audio, and homework. Instructors are advised to conduct classes interactively, ensure safe use and collection of tablets, check homework and attendance, and maintain a loving and encouraging environment for students. The script concludes by recognizing the transformative impact of microschools on underprivileged children.

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Keywords

💡SEIS Microschool

SEIS Microschool is a specific educational institution located in Bihar, India. It is a microschool, a type of school that typically has a small number of students and focuses on personalized learning. In the script, it is mentioned as being situated in a remote village on an island in the middle of the Ganges River. The school's introduction sets the context for discussing the realities of running a microschool.

💡Microschool Operation

Microschool operation refers to the management and functioning of a microschool. The script divides the discussion into three parts to explain this concept, including the introduction of SEIS Microschool, preparations for microschools, and the actual operation of microschools. This term is central to the video's theme, as it encompasses the various aspects of running a successful microschool.

💡Bihar

Bihar is a state in northeastern India, mentioned in the script as the location of SEIS Microschool. It provides geographical context and helps understand the setting in which the microschool operates. The script describes Bihar as having a capital city, Patna, and being situated below the border with Nepal.

💡Camdeera

Camdeera is a large island in the middle of the Ganges River, with a population of over 300,000. It is significant because SEIS Microschool is located in a remote village on this island. The mention of Camdeera helps illustrate the remote and possibly challenging environment in which the microschool operates.

💡Standard Model

The standard model is one of the two microschool models described in the script. It involves each student using a tablet PC to study independently while also participating in group classes using a projector. This model emphasizes individualized learning combined with collaborative group activities, as seen in the script where students study educational content at their own pace.

💡Simple Model

The simple model is the second microschool model mentioned in the script. It involves teaching classes in groups by connecting one tablet to a projector or monitor. This model focuses on collective learning experiences where all students study the same content together, which contrasts with the individualized approach of the standard model.

💡Digital Teaching Aids

Digital teaching aids are tools used in microschools to facilitate learning, such as tablet PCs and projectors. The script highlights the importance of these aids in the operation of microschools, especially in remote areas where traditional educational resources might be scarce. The reliance on digital tools underscores the modern approach to education in these schools.

💡Training Course

The script mentions a 4-week training course for microschool managers and a 6-week learning leader training course, totaling 10 weeks of training. These courses are essential for preparing individuals to run microschools effectively. The training courses are part of the preparations for microschools, indicating the importance of professional development in this context.

💡Village Education Committee

The village education committee is a group mentioned in the script that is involved in the establishment and operation of microschools in villages. Cooperation with this committee is crucial for using village halls or other community spaces for microschools. This term illustrates the community engagement aspect of running a microschool.

💡Tuition Fee

The script suggests charging an appropriate tuition fee to encourage active student participation and create a sustainable microschool. This fee is a practical consideration in the operation of microschools, reflecting the need for financial stability to support the school's activities and resources.

💡Enuma Program

The Enuma program is mentioned in the script as a program that does not require the Internet but needs initial registration of each tablet via the Internet. This program is part of the educational content used in microschools, indicating the integration of technology in the learning process even in remote areas.

Highlights

Introduction of SEIS Microschool in Bihar, India, a remote village on an island in the Ganges River.

SEIS Microschool's opening ceremony on January 29, 2024, with a speech by GETT Chairman Ahn Dong-gyu.

Two models of microschools: the standard model with individual tablet PCs and the simple model using a shared tablet connected to a projector.

Importance of headphones for students in the standard model to avoid sound interference.

Group learning in the simple model microschool, with instructors encouraging student participation.

A 4-week training course for microschool managers and a 6-week learning leader training course, totaling 10 weeks of training.

The necessity of a suitable location for microschools, such as school classrooms, village halls, or church locations.

The critical need for electricity and battery storage solutions in areas with unreliable power supply.

The importance of immediate charging of tablet PCs and battery requirements for beam projectors.

Engaging with the village education committee for cooperation and use of village facilities.

Selecting children for microschools with a focus on their interest in learning and parental involvement.

The suggestion to charge a tuition fee to encourage student participation and create a sustainable microschool model.

Registration of each tablet PC via the Internet and the provision of user IDs and passwords through the GETT Secretariat.

Downloading various educational contents from Google Drive for use in Micro School.

Inclusion of English, math, character, and Bible study in the microschool curriculum, with future plans for Korean language content.

Availability of study guide materials and multilingual footnotes to support diverse student populations.

Use of PPT for class guidance, including videos, audio, and homework, to facilitate learning.

Guidance on conducting classes effectively, including safety, attendance, and homework checks.

Emphasizing the love and encouragement needed for all children in the microschool environment.

Recognition of microschools as a blessing for underprivileged children and the hope for divine blessings on all microschools.

Transcripts

play00:01

hello? My name is Eunkyung

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Jeong, and I am the principal of SEIS Microschool

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I would like to tell you about the reality of running a microschool

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I would like to explain the reality of microschool operation

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by dividing it into three parts

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First, I would like to introduce SEIS Microschool

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in Bihar, India

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Second, I would like to talk about preparations for microschools

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Third, I would like to talk about the actual operation of microschools

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SEIS Microschool is located in the Indian state of Bihar

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The Indian state of Bihar is located in northeastern India, below the border with Nepal

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Also, the capital of the Indian state of Bihar is called Patna

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The wide Ganges River flows through Patna

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In the middle of the Ganges River,

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there is a very large island called Camdeera with a population of over 300,000

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SEIS Microschool is located in a remote village

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in the middle of the Ganges River

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As you can see in the photo, SEIS School,

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where SEIS Microschool is operated, is located in a remote village surrounded by agricultural land on all sides

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On January 29, 2024, the opening ceremony of SEIS Microschool,

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the first school in the world, was held

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GETT Chairman Ahn Dong-gyu gave an encouraging and congratulatory speech

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Director Seong-do Cha, Secretary-General Young-gil Lee,

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and principals from micro schools around the world

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attended and congratulated us

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There are two models of microschools

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The first model is called the standard model, and it is a model

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in which each student uses a tablet PC to study independently

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while taking group classes using a projector

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The second model is a simple model

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where classes are taught in groups

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by connecting one tablet to a projector or monitor

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In a standard model microschool,

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each child is given his or her own tablet PC

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All children can study the various educational contents

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contained within the tablet

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PC through self-directed learning at their own pace

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However, at this time, we speak out loud to each other and study again

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It is very important to provide headphones

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as the sound of educational content

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can interfere with learning

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Please provide headphones so

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that you can listen to the educational content

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through headphones and practice through the microphone

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In a simple model microschool,

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all children study the same educational content together

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at the same pace

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Therefore, we hope that learning instructors encourage students to follow

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along with the songs or movements

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This is a simple model microschool class

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Let’s take a look at the scene together

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Let me tell you about preparations for microschools

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If you want to run a microschool,

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you can complete a 4-week training course for microschool managers

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In addition, those in charge can additionally complete the 6-week learning leader

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training course together, for a total of 10 weeks of training

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This is the first round of training for managers

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and learning instructors

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who want to run microschools in various countries around the world

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We completed GETT's microschool

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director and learning instructor training course via Zoom, and on the right,

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we see the learning instructor graduation ceremony taking place

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In order to run a microschool, you need a place

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In the case of SEIS Micro School,

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the micro school is operated using the classrooms of the SEIS school

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However, in villages without schools,

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village halls can be used

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Also, if you are involved in a church ministry,

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you can run a microschool at your church service location

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Microschools use a lot of digital teaching aids

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So it requires a lot of electricity

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However, electricity is not supplied smoothly to villages

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in most poor areas

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So, a battery that can store electricity when it comes on

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and a converter to help store it are essential

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It is important to charge the tablet PC immediately after use

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so that it is ready for the next class

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Beam projectors also require a lot of electricity,

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so batteries and converters that can store enough

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electricity are essential

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To prepare for a sustainable microschool,

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if a microschool is to be established in a village,

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a meeting must be held with the village education committee

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Cooperation for the use of the village hall

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can also be obtained through a meeting with the village education committee

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Children must be selected from the local area

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Among many children, it is recommended

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to give priority to those who are particularly interested in studying

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or the children of parents who are passionate about educating their children

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It is also a good idea to charge an appropriate tuition fee

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to encourage active student participation and create a sustainable microschool

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This time, I will talk about the actual operation of microschools

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You must register each tablet PC via the Internet

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The Enuma program does not require the Internet,

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but you must initially register each tablet using the Internet

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User ID and password are provided through the GETT Secretariat

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Additionally, various educational contents used in Micro School

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can be downloaded from Google Drive

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Microschool's content includes English, math, character,

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the Bible, and in the future, content related to Korean language education will be produced

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Each content is produced in English,

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but footnotes are provided in the language used in each country

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When you enter the drive, you will find the following folders:

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It also contains character, English, math, and study guide materials

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that help students effectively convey these various contents

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In addition, various contents contain footnotes

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in various languages

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For example, Hindi, Indonesian, Khmer, Spanish, etc

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You can easily conduct classes with the PPT provided in Microschool

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PPT includes class guidance, videos, audio, homework, etc

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Please pay attention to the following points during class

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Show the video and ask the children to sing along with the actions

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In the standard model, give the same tablet

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PC to the same student each class period

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Please guide students to use their tablets safely

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and safely collect them

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The study instructor must check the assigned homework each time

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Check attendance every class time and encourage students not to be absent

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Please embrace all children with love and always encourage them

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As we have run microschools in the field,

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we have found that microschools are truly a blessing

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to children in underprivileged areas

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thank you for listening

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We pray that God will greatly bless each microschool

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operating in your area. thank you

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