Mini Courses

Yet another example of the advantages to teaching abroad has come to light. For the last 3 days of school before Winter Break, the middle school had mini courses. These courses provide an opportunity for teachers and students to interact with others they might not normally have the chance to. Each teacher chooses the courses they want to teach and the student have 4 - 90 minute classes each day in place of their regular schedule. I chose to teach competitive card games and miniature golf!

During our card playing class, I taught the kids how to play Dutch Blitz, Spoons, Rummy 500 and several other games. Their favorite was Dutch Blitz. I got to play as well, and it gave me a good chance to meet some of the 7th and 8th graders that I do not normally teach.

My miniature golf mini course was something I had always wanted to do, but never had the opportunity. This course consumed me for 5 days. I loved every minute of it, but I spent my weekend preparing for it and even my off periods where I could have been catching up or planning ahead. The kids loved it and we even opened it up for the school to play when we had finished. All in all, it was probably the best 3 days before Winter Break I have ever had and I am sure the kids would agree.