Registration Confirmation
Writing Emails
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Bae
Date: May 10th, Friday.
Time: AM10:30~ 12:00
Place: College A-105
Max: 20 students
How do I write a polite email?
What is the correct address to my professor?
LEC recommends this workshop!
Registration Period : 2024-04-15 1:00 ~ 2024-05-09 1:00
Class Size : 20
2023 Fall English for SMS & emails
English for SMS & emails Workshop
Instructor: Mr. Daniel Jones
Date: December 1st, Friday.
Time: 1PM~
Place: College A-108
Max: 15 students
Do you hesitate when sending professional emails in English?
What concerns do you have when sending text messages in English?
LEC recommends this workshop!
Registration Period : 2023-11-15 9:00 ~ 2023-11-30 18:00
Class Size : 15
Impromptu Speaking Workshop
Impromptu Speaking Workshop
Instructor: Mr. David Wills
Date & Time: November 30(THU) 2023 @ 4PM
Place: GIST College A-226
Max: 20 Students
Purpose: In academic and professional life, we are often called upon to speak with little time to prepare. Class discussions, surprise questions, interviews, or mingling at a conference are all common occasions where critical thinking, timely adaptations, and strong communication skills are needed. This workshop aims to help students learn and use effective strategies for managing impromptu speaking situations. Students should leave the workshop with tools and practice strategies useful for confidently speak when there is no time to think.
Registration Period : 2023-11-09 17:00 ~ 2023-11-29 18:00
Class Size : 20
Cover Letter Workshop: By popular demand — You asked for it; you
Title: Cover Letter Workshop: By popular demand — You asked for it; you've got it!
Instructor: Ellis Lee
Date: October 13, 2023 (Friday) @ 2:00 pm
Place: GIST College A-112
Max: 25 students
This workshop will cover:
• The basics of effective cover letters
• A brief overview of persuasive writing
• Writing cover letters for a specific purpose (jobs, post-doc position, etc.)
• Writing cover letters for manuscript submission to a journal (primary focus)
• Case studies of GIST students and even a professor or two
• Tips, suggestions, and a template guide
Note: The primary focus of this workshop will be on writing effective cover letters for manuscript submission to journals. So, if you are tired of professors handing you last year's cover letter and saying, "Make your cover letter look like this one," then this workshop is for you... by popular demand!
Registration Period : 2023-09-25 12:00 ~ 2023-10-12 18:00
Class Size : 25
Money Talks!
Title: Money Talks!
Instructor: John Wills
Date: September 26, 2023
Time: 4:00 pm
Room: College A-226
Max number of students: 16
Description: Cash. Moola. Dinero. Capital assets. Money talks and people love talking about money. However, it takes practice to discuss this complex subject in English. This workshop is your chance to learn financial vocabulary and to share your own ideas about budgeting, investment, and your financial philosophy through English conversation. Sign up now to discuss your opinions, improve your English skills, and have some fun.
Registration Period : 2023-08-31 1:00 ~ 2023-09-26 12:00
Class Size : 16
CV Workshop: Prepare for your future today by having an awesome CV (이력서)!
CV Workshop: Prepare for your future today by having an awesome CV (이력서)!
This workshop will cover:
• The basics of a curriculum vitae (CV)
• Differences between a CV and a résumé
• Suggestions for organizing your CV
• Qualities/skills companies want
• Case studies of GIST students
• Tips & suggestions
Scheduling: September 15, 2023 (Friday) - 2:00 pm
Estimated time 1:15
Attendance: Max 25
Classroom: College A-112
• Suggested viewing (especially if you cannot attend the workshop):
• Related material:
https://www.training.nih.gov/assets/Guide_to_Resumes_and_Curricula_Vitae.pdf
Registration Period : 2023-08-25 13:00 ~ 2023-09-14 18:00
Class Size : 30
Research Reading Workshop
Title: Research Reading Workshop
Purpose: This workshop will attempt to persuade attendees to engage in frequent reading of academic research relating to their daily lives, such as health, sleep, exercise, appreciation of art and media, hobbies, and other recreational interests. To accomplish this, the need will be identified and linked to the students’ experience. Newsworthy stories and anecdotes of this reading strategy will be shared, highlighting the potential success and skill improvement student can aspire to. Then strategies for implementing regular reading will be introduced, to better help them overcome the expected challenges
Schedule:: 5/26/2023 2:00 PM~3:15PM
Room: TBD
Instructor: David Wills
Registration Period : 2023-05-18 9:00 ~ 2023-05-25 18:00
Class Size : 20
Title: Movie English: Shrek Watch-and-Talk
Title: Movie English: Shrek Watch-and-Talk
Instructor: Daniel Jones
Date: May 19, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm
Room type: College A 106
Expected number of students: 15
Description: This course we will teach authentic English as it is actually spoken in media produced by and for native speakers, specifically Shrek (2001). We will watch several scenes and learn basic vocabulary and expressions, as well as cultural and context cues that are often lost in translation and can't be understood with just subtitles.
Registration Period : 2023-05-12 15:00 ~ 2023-05-19 12:00
Class Size : 15
How to Have Great Conversations
Title: How to Have Great Conversations
Instructor: John Wills
Date: May 19, 2023
Time: 3:00 pm
Room: College A 107
Max number of students: 16
Description: This workshop is a crash course in social skills needed to have great conversations: from breaking the ice, to non-verbal communication, being a good listener, confidence, humor, keeping a conversation going through those awkward silences, and building from small talk to deeper more meaningful topics. Contents include a lecture portion, video examples, and conversational practice with your peers.
Registration Period : 2023-05-01 9:00 ~ 2023-05-19 12:00
Class Size : 16
2022 Fall Teamwork Workshop
Title: 2022 Fall Teamwork Workshop
Thrive in Group Prjects
Strategiest for:
Project planning
Conflict Management
Problem Behavior Avoidance
Based on the work of Prof. Keith Rollag (2016), the workshop will cover important tasks for the first meeting that prepare a group for success such as setting expectations, assigning roles, developing timelines, scheduling meetings, and strategies to avoid procrastination. Conflict will necessarily arise in group work, so the workshop will identify types of conflict, 5 common conflict styles, and share 4 effective conflict resolution strategies. Lastly, 9 types of problematic behavior will be discussed and the audience will self-assess if, and how much, they engage in these behaviors. A special contest will be done to conclude the workshop, with the winning team of 3-4 each getting a prize.
Date: November 24(Thur.)
Time: 16:00pm~17:30pm
Instructor: David Wills
Registration deadline: November 23, 2022
Class size: 20
Classroom: College A 225
Registration Period : 2022-11-14 16:00 ~ 2022-11-23 24:00
Class Size : 20
Illness and Injury Workshop
Title:
Illness and Injury Workshop
When we visit a doctor or talk with friends, sometimes we need to express how we feel when we get sick or hurt. In this workshop, students are introduced to vocabulary and expressions related to common illnesses and injuries that people may experience in daily life. Students also have opportunities to practice what they learn through activities and discussions.
Date: November 25, 2022 (Friday)
Time: 10:00AM-11:30AM
Classroom: GIST College Building A, Room 225
Instructor: David Patrona
Registration deadline: November 24, 2022
Class size: 16
Registration Period : 2022-11-07 12:00 ~ 2022-11-24 24:00
Class Size : 16
[2022 Fall/ Offline] Cursive Handwriting Workshop
◾ Title: Cursive Handwriting
We ask that only those who can attend 80% or more of the lectures apply.
◾ Instructor: Rebecca Bae
◾ Date: Friday, October 14th
◾ Time: 10:30 am
◾ Teaser: When traveling abroad, it is necessary to sign your name on official documents and paperwork, especially when passing through immigration. However, has anyone ever taught you how to sign your name using English cursive script? Come to this workshop to practice the basics of cursive writing and develop your own unique signature.
** Classroom: College A-225
Registration Period : 2022-09-19 9:00 ~ 2022-10-12 18:00
Class Size : 20
2022 TOPIK Preparation Workshop: TOPIK I (Offline)
We ask that only those who can attend 80% or more of the lectures apply.
◾ Instructor: Jeongseon Im
◾ Who can take the course:
- TOPIK Ⅰ (beginner): Foreign students who have studied Korean for at least 6 months
◾ Lesson Objectives:
1. Understanding the types of questions in each area of listening, reading, and writing through solving TOPIK previous questions
2. Learning grammar and vocabulary from TOPIK exams
◾ Course content:
- TOPIK Ⅰ: Solving previous questions from the 64th TOPIK Ⅰ
** Classroom: College A-223
Registration Period : 2022-07-18 9:00 ~ 2022-08-05 18:00
Class Size : 15
2022 TOPIK Preparation Workshop: TOPIK II (Offline)
We ask that only those who can attend 80% or more of the lectures apply.
◾ Instructor: Jeongseon Im
◾ Who can take the course:
- TOPIK Ⅱ (intermediate and advanced): Foreign students who have studied Korean for at least 1 year
◾ Lesson Objectives:
1. Understanding the types of questions in each area of listening, reading, and writing through solving TOPIK previous questions
2. Learning grammar and vocabulary from TOPIK exams
3. Understanding how to write a written answer
◾ Course content:
- TOPIK Ⅱ: 64th TOPIK Ⅱ previous questions solving, manuscript writing practice and correction guidance
** Classroom: College A-223
Registration Period : 2022-07-18 9:00 ~ 2022-08-05 18:00
Class Size : 15
[2022 Spring] Online Food Workshop
Title: Online Food Workshop
Description: If you like talking about food and meeting new people, join our Online Food Workshop! Food is tied to our cultures and identities, so talking about food is a common way to get to know other people. In this workshop, participants are introduced to vocabulary and expressions that are useful for conversations about food and practice using what they learn through activities and discussions.
Date: April 8, 2022 (Friday)
Time: 10:00-11:30
Presenter: David Patrona
After registering, participants will receive an email with:
(1) Zoom link for the workshop
(2) Worksheets
Registration deadline: April 6th (Wednesday), 18:00
Class size: 16
Registration Period : 2022-03-23 12:00 ~ 2022-04-06 18:00
Class Size : 16
[2022 Spring] Netflix, Watcha, Disney+: Let
Title: Netflix, Watcha, Disney+: Let's Talk About Streaming
Date and Time: March 18th Friday at 10:30am
Presenter: Rebecca Bae
Come to this online workshop to chat about your favorite movies and dramas. We'll cover useful vocabulary, but we'll also discuss how streaming has revolutionized television. Come to this workshop for a relaxing time to practicing speaking English!
Registration deadline: March 17th Thursday
Class size: 20
Registration Period : 2022-02-21 1:00 ~ 2022-03-17 18:00
Class Size : 20
[2021 Fall] Online Pronunciation Workshop
Title: Check your "Pronunciation Profile"
Date: Friday, November 19th
Time: 16:00-17:30
Presenter: Ms. Martinez
Want to improve your English pronunciation? In this workshop, students will have a chance to learn about the various elements of clear pronunciation, including word stress, intonation patterns, word endings, thought groups, and more. They will also have the opportunity to take a diagnostic test to set individual priorities for improvement! This test involves both listening and speaking, so registrants will be asked to email an audio file before or after the workshop (more details upon registration).
Zoom Meeting ID: 821 2662 2920
Password: english
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82126622920?pwd=aTMvUktaQ21MUnVVemJJckh6aWxqUT09
* Due to the high popularity, this workshop has been closed for registration. Sorry.
Registration Period : 2021-11-10 1:00 ~ 2021-11-18 24:00
Class Size : 15
[2021 Fall] Online Music Workshop
Title: Youtube, Melon, Spotify: Let's Talk About Music
Date: Friday, November 5th
Time: 13:00-14:30
Presenter: Ms. Bae
Come to this online workshop to chat about your favorite kinds of music. We'll also cover useful vocabulary, discuss cultural differences, and even listen to some music samples.
If you like music, this is the English workshop for you!
Zoom Meeting ID: 842-5547-8464
Password: LEC
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84255478464?pwd=c2E5TDZ3ZVZqTEpFMStRWXpHZkpGQT09
Registration Period : 2021-10-13 1:00 ~ 2021-11-05 1:00
Class Size : 24
[2021 Fall] Online Workshop: Illness and Injury
Title: Online Workshop <Illness and Injury>
Date: October 1st Friday
Time: 10:30-12:00pm
Presenter: David Patrona
When we visit a doctor or talk with friends, sometimes we need to express how we feel when we get sick or hurt. In this online workshop, students are introduced to vocabulary and expressions related to common illnesses and injuries that people may experience in daily life. Students also have opportunities to practice what they learn through activities and discussions.
After registering, participants will receive an email with:
(1) Zoom link for the workshop
(2) Handouts/Materials
Registration deadline: September 30th
Class size: 16
Registration Period : 2021-09-13 1:00 ~ 2021-09-30 24:00
Class Size : 16
