Handbook for Current Volunteers

STARTER PACK FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS

In this section, you will find must-know information for successful and efficient sessions

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• Program Logistics

Guide to Communicating with ENGin

Scheduling and Communication

Managing Student Attendance Issues

Your First Session

Rematches and Reasonable Expectations for ENGin Sessions

Guide To Ending Your ENGin Sessions

1-year ENGin Program Participation Policy for Students– Instructions for Volunteers

• Curriculum

ENGin Session Plans

Planning Your Own Session

• ENGin Pro Learning​​

                  Learn more about Pro Learning with Coursera & Udemy here​

• Technology

Zoom Tutorial

Google Meet Tutorial

Skype Tutorial

• ENGin Platform

Scheduling Sessions

Updating Your Profile

Leaving the ENGin Program

• Guides

Working with Beginner Students

Working with Young Learners (up to 12 y.o.)

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PROGRESS TRACKING

ENGin's comprehensive progress tracking system

• Progress Tracking Guide for ENGin Volunteers

• Guidelines For Oral Check-Ins With Students

 

TECHNIQUES FOR PRODUCTIVE SESSIONS

Tips on helping your learners improve

• Error Correction & Feedback

  • Errors Tracking Log (a template)

• Keeping the Conversation Going

• Encouraging Your Buddy

• Pronunciation Guide

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WORKING WITH UKRAINIAN LEARNERS

Tips on cultural differences and important information to know when working with Ukrainians

• What is Ukraine?

• Resources to learn more about Ukraine

• 10 Big Differences Between the Ukrainian and English Languages

• 6 Rules for Talking with a Friend Who Has Experienced Trauma

• Resilience in Stressful Times: Tips for ENGin Volunteers

• Tips For Sessions Affected By Electricity Outages

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CASE STUDIES

Peek into ENGin sessions (interaction, positive feedback, error correction)

• Student-Volunteer Interaction - Beginner level

• Student-Volunteer Interaction - Intermediate level