News & Media / Registration open for 2011 Summer Language Camp
Press Release
NEWS RELEASE
February 11, 2011
Contact: slc@oneworldnow.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Summer Camp 2011 registration is open!
OneWorld Now! is pleased to announce that we will be offering our summer language program for the fifth year. Register today!
The 2011 STARTALK Arabic and Chinese for OneWorld Now! is July 11 to July 29, 2011, from 9:00am to 3:00pm (weekdays only), at Seattle University.
Students can enroll in either Arabic classes or Chinese classes at the summer program. The program is open to incoming 9th–12th grade students in the Seattle area.High school students from outside Seattle are welcome to apply and attend, if they can arrange their own housing, transportation, and meals outside of the camp. The summer camp is FREE for accepted students, thanks to STARTALK scholarships.
Camp will include two levels of Modern Standard Arabic and Mandarin Chinese. The camp focuses on fostering language acquisition, intercultural understanding, and a desire for international travel. During the camp, Level 1 students will learn basic writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills. Level 2 students will build on and apply their language skills and cultural knowledge in realistic simulations. The camp will introduce students to practices and perspectives of the Arab-speaking and Chinese-speaking world. Classes and activities during the camp will emphasize student-centered learning. Language will be reinforced through skits, role playing activities, cultural games, music, lessons from guest speakers, and technology. The last day of the camp will feature student performances in a culminating showcase for classmates, family, and community members.
