My first impression of the GEO program
When I got admitted to CUK after taking the Korean SAT, I saw the information about GEO. I just thought it is similar to high school classes so I registered but the special thing about it is that everyone should converse only in English. As part of the GEO Program, I also have to live with a roommate who is from the Philippines. Fortunately, the program started very well.
What are things we learn in GEO?
If someone asks me that question, I will answer immediately, "There are many opportunities for us to build our confidence through the individual and team presentation. Beyond learning English grammar, I really learned a lot about speaking English in everyday conversation. That's my major learning in the GEO.
Meet Professor Jason Ham
Our classmates interviewed Prof. Jason about teaching in GEO and some personal questions:
Student : What is your best experience in GEO?
Jason : When I taught 1-1 class in GEO 9, the class did better than the other not just individually but also as a team.
S : Who is the most impressive student in GEO 10?
J : In GEO 10, I was so busy and the time was too short to choose just one student. So I try to focus on my class and all the students are really good!
S : When was the happiest time in your life?
J : "Being a father" is the best time in my life. After becoming a father, I got more responsibility being the head of the household.
S : Why did you decide to teach in CUK?
J : If someone is an English major in the US, it is very hard to get a job. In my experience, I saw the advertisement in the newspaper. The ad says, "Wanna teach in KOREA? Apply to our university." So I did apply and I got the job! So I'm here now!
S : What is your first impression about teaching in CUK?
J : When I started at CUK, I didn’t have much University experience, so I tended to over-prepare and follow the textbook quite closely. It was a scary period of time…
S : What is your expectation of the students?
J : I want all students in CUK to gain more confidence and become leaders in the future.
S : What do you think about the Korean students' attitude?
J : I absolutely love working with Korean students. For the most part, they are phenomenal learners. Every once in a while, you get students in class who are overworked or apathetic. They can suck your energy out, but you try not to let it get to you too much. I like teaching students who smile a lot and apply themselves to tasks with a positive attitude.
And that is end of our class, 4-1. Thank you for your attention!
By: Kim, Sung Kyun from Class 4-1 (Prof. Victoria/ Jason and TAs Jinju/ Stephanie)
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