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The First Year of an ER School in China: Curriculum Design, Program Implementation, and Progress
This presentation aims to share insights from the establishment and operation of an extensive reading school in China, focusing on curriculum design and student engagement strategies. Through a series of regular and short courses, tailored reading plans, and ongoing feedback mechanisms, the program addressed diverse learner needs—from young beginners to exam-focused older students. Findings revealed that structured yet flexible ER plans, coupled with consistent feedback for students and parents, significantly improved reading engagement and reading ability across age groups. Younger learners developed language foundations through guided reading, and older students balanced ER with exam prep through strategically curated texts. The program’s progress highlights the importance of adaptable curricula, personalized tracking, and interactive incentives in sustaining motivation. Practical takeaways will equip educators to implement ER effectively in varied contexts, emphasizing scalability and learner-centered design.
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I currently run an ER library in Wuhan, specializing in ESL courses featuring guided reading for K-9 students. My journey is characterized by a multidisciplinary background. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, followed by a Master’s in Spatial Data Analysis from UCL. Before starting my own business, I’ve worked as an urban planning consultant in a start-up and taught IB MYP Humanities courses in an international school. These experiences have significantly shaped my approach to program management and curriculum design, equipping me with the mindset and skillset required to tackle modern educational challenges. Language learning has always been a passion of mine. I’m self-learning Japanese and experimenting with ER methods. I also have a basic knowledge of Korean and have tried my hand at sign language. Each of these endeavors has enriched my teaching approach and made the journey incredibly rewarding.