2019, We really appreciate your feedback: what you did and how you did it
As a guide, attached are two sample tutor reports. They describe some of the activities learners complete and the tutor reports of their progress. 2019 Sample Tutor Comments a 2019 Sample Tutor Comments b
2019, our first tutors’ meeting
At our first tutor meeting in Febuary 2019, ‘Reading To Learn’ was discussed through an AV presentation written for us by Liz Leighton, a past coordinator at Literacy Network. For the past 4 or so years she has been working at ACU, teaching academic literacy to international students . ‘Reading to learn has been used…
Why is English so difficult?
Many people learning English have trouble with the nuances of the language. There is one two- letter word that has more meanings than any other and that is ‘UP’. Look the word up in a dictionary and you will find the definition takes up almost a quarter of a page, and can add up to…
Many Nationalities
Over the years our membership has included people from many different backgrounds and nationalities. In May 2018 we have students who speak English, Persian/Farsi, Tibetan, Turkish/Kurd, Nepalese, Arabic, Iranian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Croatian and Portuguese.
2018 Tutor Training
At the beginning of May 2018 we completed an eight-week training session. We welcomed seven new tutors to the organisation. Our tutors specialise in teaching adults to read and write on a one-to-one basis. They focus on individual needs and work with the student to plan a relevant and interesting program. Sessions may take place…
2017 Christmas Lunch
The Literacy Network celebrated the successes of 2017 with a wonderful lunch together on Friday 1st December. To all who could not join us, Happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
New Training Course in October 2017
The next training course for volunteer English tutors will run on Tuesday mornings between 10 October and 28 November. There are vacancies on the waiting list for new students, too. Call 0405 313 986. Time: 10am – 12.30 pm each Tues morning for 8 weeks Place: Level 1, 14 William St Brookvale Email: [email protected]
End of year party 2017
Please join us to celebrate the end of another successful year for the Literacy Network Manly-Warringah and meet our wonderful volunteers. All members welcome to attend for lunch, a drink or just to catch up. Where: Dee Why RSL Club – in the upper area When: 1st December at 12 Noon
New sponsors for Literacy Network in 2017
A big THANK YOU to the following Clubs in our area that have agreed to provide financial assistance to the Literacy Network through the 2017 annual ClubGRANTS program. Balgowlah RSL Memorial Club Harbord Diggers of the Mounties Group Dee Why RSL
New resources 2017
As a result of some restructuring and renovation, Dee Why Library has disposed of some of its print and digital resources. We were pleased to receive a substantial collection of ‘talking books’ on a number of topics and covering a range of ability levels. If you are tutoring a student, these books with accompanying CDs may be…
Notice of Annual General Meeting 2017
The Annual General Meeting of Literacy Network Manly Warringah Inc. for the 12 months July 2016 to June 2017 will be held at Northern Beaches Community College Training Room 5 William Street, Brookvale on Saturday 26th August, 2017 at 10.00am.
Lit Up! The 2017 Literacy Forum
State Library of NSW Monday 11 September 2017 This event is principally for librarians but anyone can attend. There is a very interesting morning program, with emphasis on teaching adults to read. We hope to have some tutors from Literacy Network attending. Tickets are free but bookings are essential: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lit-up-a-literacy-forum-2017-tickets-36574881455
New In Our Library
Learning Practical Tibetan shows you how your Tibetan student’s own language works and what they might find difficult about English.Explore tenses, word order, honorifics, question forms, expressions of time, all at a basic level. The book is based on tourist conversations. This book isn’t for loan. Just photocopy what you need and have fun with…
Meeting for Tutors of Tibetan Students
On March 6 a small group of tutors supporting Tibetan beginner students met informally to share resources and ideas, following a meeting last year. We were encouraged and inspired by one another’s experiences with the challenges and fun of teaching beginners. Next time we hope to meet with tutors of more advanced Tibetan students to…
Literacy Network’s Library Reviews
Resources for teachers! We’d love to have your reviews! Would also love your feedback on my reviews. – Lynsey Title Section Level Review Stars Roundabout1992. Mind maps and questionnaires for fluency practice Culture and Language Post BeginnerAnd above My Favourite, My Pet, My Photos, Eating Out, Leisure. Questions and openers for discussing a variety of…
It was good to see one of our Literacy Network members in the news recently supporting healthy eating on the Northern Beaches.
Join in fitness fun Health program to benefit children and parents A FREE, 10-week healthy lifestyle program that children can do with their parents is starting at North Narrabeen next week. Manly Vale’s Geiselle Rincon did the program with her son Santiago, 9. Picture: Annika EnderborgThe Go4Fun program teaches eligible children, aged 7-13 about exercise…
Article on Literacy Network in the Manly Daily
Service makes real impact on literacy THIS year marks the 30th anniversary of the Literacy Network Manly Warringah. Students and tutors benefit from working with each other.The service has existed to assist adults who experience difficulty with English. Lit Net is a community based organisation that trains volunteer tutors to help native speakers, as well…
Our first get together for 2016
Happy to New Year to all our members. Hope 2016 has started well for you. The committee has met and is planning events for the year. 1.Literacy Network get-together Date: Sat 13 Feb 2016 Time: 10am -12 noon Venue: Level 1, 14 William St, Brookvale Come and share morning tea and discuss your experiences with…
Our end of year Christmas party!
It’s nearly Christmas … time for you to sparkle … Please join us to celebrate the end of another successful year for the Manly Warringah Literacy Network Lunch, a drink or just catch up and meet our wonderful volunteers Where: Dee Why RSL Club – Bistro Reserved area in the Fishbowl When: 12…
Our newest tutors!
On Sept 1 we completed our 2015 tutor training with eight people enrolled. Three trainers shared the tutoring and the participants said they enjoyed the varied presentations. The next training session is planned for April/May 2016 and we are seeking volunteers.
Notice of AGM, September 19, 2015
AN INVITATION TO ALL LITERACY NETWORK STUDENTS AND TUTORS! AGM and Members Workshop. TIME: 10.00 am to 12 pm, Saturday September 19, 2015 VENUE: Literacy Network office, Level 1, 14 William St Brookvale Our Annual General Meeting is fast approaching! To be held in our new office at the Northern Beaches…
Thank you to our sponsors!
Literacy Network would like to thank Dee Why RSL for another generous donation in 2015. As a voluntary organisation, solely dependent on the work of volunteers, Literacy Network relies on the support of several local councils and service organisations. The money we receive enables us to purchase new student and tutor resources, update our computer technology,…
Our office has moved!
Literacy Network Office Move, April 2015 Due to the redevelopment of the Royal Far West complex in Manly, we have moved to a new office in the Northern Beaches Community College’s Brookvale Campus building. Our new address is: NBCC Brookvale Campus 14 William Street Brookvale NSW 2100 Our mailing address remains unchanged: The Literacy…
Our next Tutor Training Course begins on July 21st
Our next Tutor Training Course For more details, please contact us by phone or email.
Introducing a new resource
NALA is the National Adult Literacy Agency of Ireland, which is why there are Gaelic translations of key words and phrases. Some resources are ‘members only’, but the Reading and Writing Worksheets are free and can be printed via the print icon, and all exercises are in English! Click here to access the worksheets.