Acttion Plans for international students

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delivered by University of Maryland Baltimore County


Action Plan Template
Part A: Gathering resources and ideas
1. Review the resources and ideas you learned in each module, and the discussion board posts and assignments you submitted.
2. Identify the ideas and resources that are most useful to you.
3. Identify the ideas and resources that you think are most useful to your colleagues.
Use your Cascading New Knowledge Resource Organizer to remember these resources as you plan.
List resources or big ideas
that you want to use in your
class. (i.e. use a fluency circle,
increase use of communicative
activities, reading strategies
checklist.) [Add at least 3]

1. Teaching English Across Cultures
2. Instructional Strategies for Teaching Reading, Writing & Vocabulary
3. Instructional Strategies for Teaching Listening & Speaking
List resources and big ideas
you will share with
colleagues.
(i.e. What is learner-centered
teaching? How to increase student
interaction.) [Add at least 3]


1. Lesson Planning Using Backwards Design
2. Learning Styles, Strategies, and Critical Thinking
3. Focus on the Learner

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Part B: Planning to continue your own learning
Think about the following questions:
• What have you learned that you want to implement in your teaching practice?
• What would you like to change, or try?
• What would you like to know more about?
• How can you find the information?
Make a plan to continue your
learning beyond the course
1. List 3 activities or strategies
you will use from this course
(include any course resources
you can use).

1. Managing the Learner-Centered Classroom
2. Metacognition and Critical Thinking in Second Language Teaching & Learning
3. Reflective Teaching and Continuous Professional Development

2. Write 3 important things you
want to remember.
1. Metacognition and Critical Thinking in Second Language Teaching & Learning

2. Implementing Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Task-Based Language Teaching (TBL)

3. English as an International Language (EIL) and Levels of Culture

3. Write 3 ways you will
continue your learning
beyond this class (reading,
self/peer observations, action
research, etc.)

Three ways I plan to continue my learning beyond the TESOL Methodology course:
1. Reading Professional Literature: I will frequently read books, articles, and journals related to language
teaching, TESOL, and instruction in general. Staying updated on the latest research and teaching
strategies will help me refine my practice and join innovative approaches.
2. Self and Peer Observations: I will continue observing both my own teaching and that of my peers. By
reflecting on what works well and areas for development, I can adapt my methods. Peer observations
also offer new viewpoints and ideas that I might not reflect otherwise.

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3. Engaging in Action Research: I plan to implement small-scale action research plans in my classroom. This
will include classifying specific teaching challenges or goals, investigating with new strategies, and
methodically collecting data to evaluate the influence of these changes on student learning.

Part C: Sharing with others
1. Consider the resources you identified as important to share w/colleagues, and possible ways you can share it (ie: workshops, conference
presentations, conversations, online communities, social media, study groups).
2. Design your plan for cascading new knowledge with your colleagues. Include the following information:
AUDIENCE: Who: Who will be your intended audience
(teachers, teacher educators)? Who are the students (age/
grade/ proficiency levels and context) where they teach?

I will select English language teachers, teacher educators, and administrators who work with
students of several age groups, proficiency levels, and teaching backgrounds. The teachers
will primarily be those teaching in middle and high schools with intermediate to advanced
proficiency learners in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) background.
TOPIC: What: What topics or activities will you share? (i.e.
Activities to increase speaking in class, student-centered
teaching, etc.) What are the goals of sharing this?

Topic will be "Implementing Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Task-Based
Language Teaching (TBL) for Improving Speaking Skills." The goal is to introduce and share
strategies and activities that promote student-centered learning, enhance communication,
and foster critical thinking skills. This includes fluency circles, communicative activities, and
reading strategies checklists to engage students more effectively.
LOCATION: Where: Where will you share this (in your own
school, online, at a local institution, in the community)?

I plan to share this knowledge within my own school and potentially expand to a broader
audience through online workshops. This could also be extended to local institutes or
community centers that support teacher professional development.
DATES: When: What date(s) or range of dates will you
share this information? Will it be once? Multiple sessions?
Ongoing?

The initial workshop will take place in November during a teacher training session. After that,
there will be a follow-up session two months later in January to reflect on the
implementation and provide further support. Other sessions can be scheduled as needed,
making this an ongoing initiative based on demand and interest.
PURPOSE: Why? Why did you choose this topic? Why is it
important or useful? How do you think it will help your
colleagues?

I chose this topic because communicative teaching methods and task-based learning are
proven to be highly effective in promoting real-world language use. Many teachers might still
rely on more traditional methods, so introducing these techniques can help shift classrooms
towards more dynamic, student-centered environments. The goal is to help colleagues create
more engaging lessons that result in greater student involvement and improved speaking
skills.

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FORMAT: How? How will you share it? (Presentation,
informal networking, online blog, web page, social media,
in a class, video, etc.).

I will deliver this through a combination of in-person workshops and online presentations.
The format will include hands-on activities where teachers can experience CLT and TBL
strategies, followed by reflective discussions. Resources such as lesson plans, worksheets,
and checklists will be shared via a Google Drive folder, and I will also create a private
Facebook group for continued discussions and resource sharing.
REACH: Goals- How many teachers will you reach? By what
date?

I aim to reach at least 50 teachers in the first session, with a goal of expanding this number
through online formats to reach 100 teachers by the end of the year. The reach will extend
beyond my immediate colleagues to a wider community of teachers who are interested in
professional growth and innovative teaching methods.
Submit: Submit your plan as an attachment or type it in the text box in Canvas. You can also upload any related materials (if you created a PPT or a
handout). Save this any attachments with your name and the activity: JoeSmith_ActionPlan.doc