LIIP Courses

Complementary Courses

(1-2 times a week)

 

ICT AD AS

Mr. Millar

The information and communication technology (ICT) course begins in grade 1 with an emphasis on vocabulary and the basic skills of using a mouse and a keyboard. We continue to develop these skills while exploring the role of technology in modern life and learning progressively more abstract computing concepts. Grades 1 and 2 focus on vocabulary and the exploration of various ways of using a computer. The concepts cover data, algorithms, sequencing, attribution, computer history, and cybersecurity. The skills include drawing pictures, managing files, word processing, and coding visually with blocks. Grades 3 to 5 complete increasingly more independent project work which grows steadily more frequent and sophisticated. Project topics address symbolic representation, research methods, analysis of systems, intellectual property, controversies, diversity, and accessibility. Skill work continues in the form of regular touch-typing tests and programming in JavaScript.

 

Korean Studies AD

C&A 씨엔애이논술

Students read selected books provided by teachers every week and engage in post-reading discussions, allowing their thoughts to grow alongside their reading. Korean Studies is meant to be as enjoyable as it is enriching. By showing students their opinions have value, the teacher's guide them to develop a self-directed learning attitude. Students are taught to write their Korean essays with a historical consciousness to show each book was read faithfully and critically. Logic and ethics are also a part of the classes to have comparable comprehensive reasoning skills to the English part of LIIP.

 

Library AD AS STEAM

Ms. Dillon

The library is a place for students to discover their independence. Students are able to read, do quizzes, do reading log pages, play literacy and board games, practice their phonics and sight words, do their homework from other classes, practice their typing skills, draw, or even come up with their own ideas! The library is different from other classes in that it is largely independent. The goal is to teach students how to use their time productively. They are given a framework, or list of things that they can do, and are allowed to pick and choose what they want to do during their time in the library. If they choose to read a book, which they often do, there are over 3,000 books that students can search for using COLAT’s Koha server, read, and complete activities about.

There are more traditional classes as well, focusing on things such as reading skills, research, or story elements. LIIP’s approach to the library is to have a place where students can use the skills they are learning in other subjects and begin to understand the material from those other subjects in different ways.

 

Music AD STEAM

Mr. Millar

Lessons in music develop various creative and physical skills and increase knowledge of culture and history of countries around the world. Students study both music-specific vocabulary and concepts in addition to those related to mathematics, ESL, science, and social studies. Students learn creativity first through rhythmic and melodic improvisation, then through deliberate composition. Students then engage in reflection on and discussion of their work, which informs revision and improvement of their creations. Physical abilities are developed through musical activities that include gross and fine motor skills. This is achieved through the use of percussion instruments, singing, and by playing games that involve the entire body. Students gain an appreciation for music and creativity not only in music but in all subjects. They learn counting, addition and subtraction, and fractions through the study of rhythm and meter. They use English vocabulary to describe sounds, music, cultures, creativity, and patterns. They learn about physics and technology as we discover how sounds are made physically and through the use of technology.

 

Physical Education AD STEAM

Sports Mania 스포츠매니아

In a separate facility, LIIP students learn various sports such as gymnastics, basketball, soccer, and jump rope. Sports Mania provides children with new and exciting experiences with a qualified staff of physical education professionals who deliver a systematic education.

 

Project Class AD AS

Mr. Cook, Ms. Dela Merced, Ms. Pairrett (other teachers to be announced)

In project class, students apply the concepts and themes from a core course such as language arts or social studies into an activity, project, or worksheet. This work can be independent, small group, or whole class endeavors. collaborative works or team objectives. Project class allows students to bridge their background knowledge to course content. This synthesis strengthens the lesson and provides opportunities for practical application and real-world uses for what was learned. Examples of projects include:

  1. Making a shopping list, setting a budget, then going to a store to make purchases (culture, economics, mathematics).
  2. Creating a 3D map of your neighborhood (art, geography, technology).
  3. Using recycled materials to build a model of a government or industry building, then writing a placard for its display (art, civics, language arts).
 

SEL AD

Ms. Dillon

SEL is a vital educational approach which focuses on developing students' emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and well-being. Through this class, students learn to understand and manage their emotions, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. SEL is based on the five core competencies identified by CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning):

Self-awareness
Students explore their emotions, strengths, and areas for growth, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and their feelings.
Self-management
Students develop skills to regulate their emotions, set and achieve goals, and persevere in the face of challenges.
Social awareness
Students cultivate empathy and learn to understand and appreciate the perspectives and feelings of others, promoting a compassionate and inclusive environment.
Relationship skills
Students acquire effective communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution abilities, enabling them to build and maintain healthy relationships.
Responsible decision-making
Students learn to make thoughtful and ethical choices, considering both the well-being of themselves and others.

LIIP’s SEL class provides a supportive and nurturing space for students to grow emotionally, socially, and academically, empowering them to succeed not only in school but also in life beyond the classroom.