Nineteen
EXCEL students from Tov, Bayankhongher, and Dornod Aimags gathered in Ulaanbaatar
Each day the
students prepared a personal interview and three-minute speech on topics such
as:
What are Mongolian schools like?
What are the roles of men and women in Mongolia
What is proper gift-giving etiquette in Mongolia
The funniest thing that ever happened to me was…
Smells that bring me happy memories are…
There was also a listening listen and
methodology lesson each class day.
Five native
English speaking teachers came from the United
States and Canada
Students and
coaches lived together in the dormitory of the Computer and Technical Management
School in Ulaanbaatar
The afternoon
of July 28 brought the exciting conclusion of the month’s hard work. Looking beautiful in their deels, the
students marched into the auditorium while guests looked on. The three
finalists for the competition were called one by one to the stage to give a
five minute personal interview. After
the awarding of the certificates to all students, the tension was ended for the
finalists. P. Battsteteg (Dornod) took
first place, Kh. Uranchimeg (Tov) took second place, and B. Zolzaya (Tov) took third
place.
While only
three students could take medals, everyone could take away new learning and new
memories. Here are some comments from
the students.
At the beginning of Summer English Olympics, the
English Language Institute Director said, “Seize the moment.” It was true.
You have to seize the moment.
Sometimes the activities were difficult, but it’s ok. The teachers will help you. At the beginning I couldn’t understand the
teacher completely. Now I understand her
completely.
B. Bayarmaa (Dornod)
Being involved in Summer English Olympics is a
huge opportunity to learn, to improve, even to feel and to imagine English in a
real situation. Our American teachers
were so friendly and helpful, and they were always ready to help us. It is an indisputable truth that nowadays we
can’t find any training in which everything is free. English Language Institute proved us food,
dormitory, and teaching materials the most important is a good English
environment with no cost. We lived
together and had meals together with the American teachers. It is an unusual chance for me to learn
English.
Kh. Uranchimeg (Tov)
All the activities that I have learned from
Summer English Olympics are valuable for me.
So I say, “Thank you very much,” to all the EXCEL teachers, especially to my Summer English Olympics
teacher, Norma. I will use the learning
activities and thoughts in my work and will pass them on to other English
teachers.
O. Enkhjargal (Tov)
The talent show was very nice and amazing. I admired my colleagues’ talents. All happy memories will be left in my heart
from Summer English Olympics.
Sh. Ganchimeg (Tov)
I can’t imagine missing this great opportunity to
improve my English skills by preparing and giving speeches, being interviewed,
and practicing my listening. Also, I had
a lot of fun. I had the opportunity to
watch Naadam and to meet the family of Brad and Ruth and their beautiful
children. Finally, thanks to our kitchen
girls. We never ate the same food twice,
and every meal was prepared with their heart.
P. Battsetseg (Dornod)
When I first came here, sometimes it was
difficult because I couldn’t understand my coach Gillian’s pronunciation. But I liked very much Gillian’s teaching and
her way of communicating with each student.
I understood that a teacher has to encourage the students to meet and to
talk everywhere. I also like to
dance. When I saw Marietta
Mart (Dornod)
As a result of participating in Summer English
Olympics, I have made many friends.
Also, I learned many things about culture from our American
teachers. I am glad for the delicious
food and would like to say thanks to the chef and her helpers. I’d like to say to all of ELI’s people who
organized this Summer English Olympics, “Thanks a lot for doing this for us.”
Tseegi (Tov)
I learned many important things about
methodology. Also, my pronunciation is
better than before. I will teach English
more effectively because of the things I learned at Summer English Olympics.
B. Tuystsetseg (Tov)
Summer English Olympics gave me and my classmates
a lot of practice. Our speaking and
other skills improved very much. Also, I
loved to play in the gym and to have movies nights.
Ganchimeg (Dornod)
I am so glad to be in Summer English
Olympics. Every day I improved my
reading, speaking, listening, and writing.
I enjoyed all the wonderful teachers and of course my own teacher,
Daisy. I will always remember Summer
English Olympics. Summer English
Olympics brings me a wonderful memory of smells forever!
Uugii (Dornod)
List of Competition Winners
S.E.O. 2006
First place: P. Battsetseg (Dornod Aimag)
Second place: Kh. Uranchimeg (Zuunmod)
Third place: B. Zolzaya (Tov Aimag)
Methodology: P. Battsetsteg (Dornod) and B. Otgonkhishig
(Bayankhongor Aimag)
Class with highest average, including
attendance:
Marietta Bell’s class—G. Odontsetseg
(Bayankhongor), R. Terbish (Bayankhongor), G. Oyungerel (Tov), L. Sarangerel
(Bayankhongor), B. Otgonkhishig (Bayankhongor), B. Zolzaya (Bayankhongor)
Best Journal Article: P. Battsetseg
Perfect Attendance:
Tov Aimag: Enkhjargal, Ganchimeg, Oyunjargal,
Tserendulam, Uranbileg, B. Zolzaya
Dornod Aimag: Bayarmaa, Baljmaa, P. Batsetseg, Ganchimeg,
Uugantsetseg, Mart
Bayankhongher Aimag: L. Sarangerel, B. Otgonkhishig, R. Terbish, G.
Odontsetseg
Congratulations to the winners and to
all the students for successfully completing the 2006 Summer English
Olympics!