Lecture Notes: English Conversation Practice

Introduction

• Engaging in English conversation for teaching purposes.
• Speaker expresses a passion for teaching.

Speaker Background

• From Australia, specifically Adelaide.
• Age: 36, married with three children (2 sons, 1 daughter).

Questions and Answers

• Prime Minister of Australia: Morrison (serving for 3-4 years more).
• Education System Comparison:
  • Australia: Kindergarten (2 years) -> Elementary School (6 years)
  • Similar structure to Indonesia.
• Job: Exporter of coconuts.
  • Exports primarily to Australia and globally.

Teaching Experience

• Headmaster for 12 years, total of 32 years teaching experience, primarily in English education.
• Senior High School students aged 16-19.

Cultural Exchange

• Discussion on possibly visiting the speaker's school for English practice with students.
• Importance of practical conversation in language learning.

Family Background

• Four children:
  1. First child: Doctor at a public hospital.
  2. Second child: Engineer (consultant).
  3. Third child: unspecified profession.
  4. Fourth child: Young girl, engaged in promotion.

Interaction with Students

• Encouragement for students to practice English through conversations.
• Interest in organizing activities for language practice, such as bicycle riding.

Conclusion

• Speaker enjoys teaching and values interactions for language development.
• Emphasis on the joy of sharing cultural experiences and language skills.