Thank you so much for this VERY amazing video! I am starting with 2 foundation courses this term and I am very scared to go back to study after 20 years of teaching! You are amazing and by watching your video, I feel more confident. Thank you thank you thank you!
@@Yelbasse I'm from Venezuela but currently living in Madrid 🇪🇸 I teach preschool and I'm terrified about being able to survive the first 2 foundation courses! I hope that by some point I get a hang of writing so much! Thanks again, you're awesome!!!
Wow! What is it like to live in Madrid? I'm sure you will be fine! I've learned to be more conscious with my time.. 2 classes can be stressful. I'm only taking 1 since ill be on vacation for 2 weeks in December
Thank you so much for this! I have just started this program while teaching FT (even in the summer) and was a bit lost as I graduated in 2014 and it has been a while. I am trying to get back into the "swing of things" during the week I have before summer school so that I can deal when I have 3 days off, and later just two days over the weekend to complete the work as all my time during the week usually goes into prep for teaching.
Yet another extremely helpful video! I would love to see a Grade With Me video where you actually look at someone's paper and do the grading. Do you find that being bilingual yourself helps you to grade more fairly for students who are emerging in their academic English proficiency? I think a lot of monolingual English only students end up being quite harsh on grading as they're focusing less on content and more on grammar.
I noticed you just watch it lol!! Omg that is an excellent idea! You know what, I hadn't thought about that... I'm bilingual and I don't think I'm an easy or harsh grader. I base myself on the rubric... what I don't understand is some people grade TOO harshly... they take the job of a grader too seriously! I once had someone print out my paper and make comments and annotations on there. They uploaded the pictures on the portal.. That's totally unnecessary!! Even my professor saw that the grade they gave me was unfair (it was a 60/90... she changed it to 80/90). Anyways, hope it helped!!
@@Yelbasse Yeah, sorry for any spam! I've been waiting years to start a Master's so I'm digesting as much UoP content as I can right now to kind of celebrate. I'm hoping I don't become too focused on the grades from others, except when there are those occasional harsh grading situations. How often have you had to dispute grades given by other students?
@@TheKPopNerd I only did it twice in the past two terms but it's very unusual. Professors are very understanding and are quick to address those issues. As long as you follow, the rubric you should be fine. Don't worry about the spam, I encourage it!! Lol just curious, where are you located? And why did you decide to get a master's at uopeople? Are you teaching?
@@Yelbasse While I am American, I'm currently teaching at an international school in Malaysia. I teach 6th grade ESL, provide language support push in, and also teach 7th grade ELA. UoP popped up at a perfect time for me. I wanted to do Western Governor's University, but they don't accept non-military students living abroad. So, I tried to apply to a Malaysian university, but they're not allowing international students now due to Covid19. UoP started popping up on my RU-vid ads and I checked it out. As soon as I saw that the program was created in conjunction with IB, I applied immediately. My school is in the early process of potentially rolling out IB and I'm hoping to get involved. It's funny how doors closing led me to something that will actually open up more doors in international education.
Wow, what a cool journey you've taken. All the way to Malaysia! How do you like? How long have you taught abroad? I hope to teach abroad in the next couple of years as well. It will take you a while to get used to the weird navigation of the website but once you get the hang of everything, you will be just fine! And yes I agree, life is just that, takes us into unexpected directions.
Yelbasse! Your video is an awesome help. Watching this after my first week.... it now all makes sense and adds up! Thank you very much and keep up the good work! We need you all the way!
@@elsegee it's honestly a process and my organization has actually changed... find the organization process that works for YOU based on your context. The way I used to do things worked for me in that moment and time.
@@Yelbasse It's TRUE. Actually this is term 2 and I can see I am getting things done faster now than when I started. I tell you one aspect I need help with though. Evernote! Do u have any video on that?
Thank you for making this video am currently studying EFL teaching and pedagogy here in Mexico I also enrolled to the associates degree in business management program at U of the people
That's amazing news! You must share with us how the program goes? How is EFL teaching? Does it pay well? One of my goals in life is to live and teach in Mexico. Do you think it is worth it?
Appreciate your work on making the video. A few questions need your help. Does the master of edu program is based on essay or based on exam of each course like in bachelor degree? In total how many courses you need to take exam? Thanks ahead for your time and answer.
@@Yelbasse Thanks for making this video. One question need you help. Is the master of edu program based on writing essays or based on exams of each course like in bachelor degree? Thanks a lot.
Hey there! The portfolio is simply a reflection but make sure to include phrases like "the text illustrated to me", "the readings encouraged/inspired me to...". Anything that relates to how you can apply the readings into your own practice will get you a high grade! However, I encourage you to not worry so much about the portfolio. The writing assignment is far more important! Where and what are you teaching?
Hi Yelbasse, Thanks for sharing your video with very precised and detailed intention.It's very helpful particulary for new students like me at UoPeople, I'm very interested to learn more about your experience, do you always make videos?Btw, I've just subscribe to your channel. Keep it Up👍💯
I’m a teacher also but I only completed my AA degree. I just started at UoPeople and I had to choose a Bachelors in Business Administration just to finish faster. It is not in Education, but I’m planning just to take the required tests to get my teaching certification. What do you think?
Interesting. Your school doesn't require credentials? U of People only offers a Master's degree in Ed. I think you will be just fine. Where are you teaching?
Good organization skills with accurate examples and description of what to expect. But I have a question. How can I avoid the work overload, what's the minimum of classes per term/ per week the student can take in the master program?
Thanks and excellent question! You can take from 1-3 courses per term. For someone working full-time as a teacher, 2 classes can be difficult to manage at first BUT with a little time management & discipline, it is definitely doable (this is my case). When are you thinking of enrolling?
@@Yelbasse I thought of enrolling sometime soon like 1-2 months from now while I was checking on other Universities in terms of class, program structure, major, grades-credits transfer and total cost of the tuition, plus scholarships=which is all a scam and a rip off to lure students to take loans that can't never be repaid under the current economic circumstances.
Hi there! Oh, your video is extremely helpful! Thank you! I'm currently interested in study this Master in Education, because I might move to USA in a few years, so its seems to be a good fit for myself. I have a law degree (in Brazil), and a experience in teaching english here. Do you think this Major is essencial to work as a teacher in USA? Thank you so much ! I already subscribed in your channel to watch all your new videos :)
@@Yelbasse HI! So, I'm thinking about teaching history. I would love to teach Portuguese, but I don't know if I would find a good job position to do it. I might move to Florida, but it'll definitely depend on my husband's job! :)
@@carolinaxtsilva I think you will have better luck teaching history! Have you considered teaching ELs? English Language Learners? With UofPeople you are receiving a Master's of Ed but it's not a pathway to get credentialed. You would still need to enroll in a credential program. Where are you living now?
@@Yelbasse yes, I thought about ELS program too! I'm currently living in Brazil. What would you thinking is the best pathway for credentials? Here in Brazil is completely different! Lol
I don't think there is a meaning LOL. It was kind of random. However, using colors in the calendar could help categorize the type of tasks you need to complete throughout your day. Thanks for watching though!
Hi Yelbasse: Seeking your assistance again regarding the discussion forum. Must I post a 3-7 page document in the forum? I keep looking for a submission button. I write the discussion document but falter in how to post I to the forum.
The discussion forum should be no more than 500 words. You can type it directly on the forum. Click discussion forum--> reply. Ask your profesor for assistance, they would be happy to help!
Hello there! I'm a new student at university of people. I have my account on that with username and password but I couldn't login with my Gmail account. Im inrolled in foundation course but could make up with any class! Please guide me! I'm very worried because I don't know anything about virtual learning!
@@Yelbasse sorry to disturb you I never asked like that to anyone but I searched a lot and your videos were new one like you are active in RU-vid in recent times so that's why I asked you I hope you are doing well and don't mind that because I don't have any experience regarding international distance education so I faced a lot difficulties. You're female and understand me so that why I feel free to ask you.
@@Wifelife4709 try going onto this website to enter your account info: my.uopeople.edu/login/index.php Not sure why it doesn't guide you to the right website from that email... sorry.
