The document provides information about Teach on the Beach (TOTB), a volunteer program that aims to prepare youth in developing nations to be leaders. TOTB runs educational programs like NewsHour for discussion and debate, primary/junior high tutoring, and computer classes. Volunteers act as mentors and facilitators to help students succeed academically and gain broader understanding. The document outlines expectations for volunteers and students in Ghana, as well as cultural norms and safety information to prepare volunteers.

1. Welcome to
Teach on the Beach
Volunteer Training

2. Intro to TOTB
Mission
• Our mission is to prepare the youth of
developing nations to be active and responsible
leaders for change.
• Exposing students to a variety of experiences
both in and out of the classroom builds a
broader social and cultural understanding. The
confidence students gain from this
understanding enables them to critically and
creatively examine solutions to long-standing
problems.

3. Our Programs
• NewsHour
– Provides students the opportunity to learn about the world in an
environment of discussion and free thinking
– Students share their thoughts with others around the world
– Open discussion and debate on issues provides to opportunity for
creative solution
• Primary and junior high tutoring
– Individualized help from volunteers helps students excel in their studies
• Computer Classes
– We provide computers, software, internet and guided exploration
• Sports & Games
– Team building, self confidence, problem solving skills
– Cultural expansion, connection to our visitors

4. The Students
• Primary ( Ages 6-11)
– Educational Game
– After school tutoring
• JSS (Ages 12-16)
– Newshour
– Homework help
– Test prep
• In Between JSS and SS (Ages 16-18)
– NewsHour
– Research projects
• SS (Ages 18-20)
– NewsHour
– Homework Help

5. Goals of Programs
• After School Programs:
Educational and social development support.
– Elementary focus:
Developing reading comprehension and basic math skills
– JSS & SS focus:
Computer skills, reading comprehension, reflective writing
and higher order mathematical thinking
• NewsHour Program:
Developing global perspective, analyzing events,
understanding why, discussing thoughts & feelings,
potential solutions or future developments

6. Volunteers
• General Volunteer activities
– Educational
• School visits
• After-school tutoring
• NewsHour or reading/game time
– Data and Assessment collection
• Journal
• Monitoring programs
– Exit interview
• Code of Conduct for Volunteers

7. Expectation of Our Students
• Code of Conduct
– Expect students to have active participation &
regular attendance
– Report any issues to trip leader
• Rubric

8. Your Role
• To act as an advisor to the students
• Mentor & role model your actions are
being observed by those children. Act
accordingly
• Facilitator of learning by being inquisitive
• Let students make discoveries on their
own, your role is to guide and make sure
they are looking for answers- ask Why?

9. Ghana:
Things to know
• Gifts: It is rude not to accept a gift someone tries to give you. That
being said, sometimes there is a fine line between a gift and
someone trying to sell you something.
• Right Hand: Eat, greet, and do everything else with your right
hand. It is very disrespectful to eat, exchange money, wave, or
accept something with your left hand, so keep this in mind!
• Thumbs up: The thumbs up sign is not exactly “cool” in Ghana
where the gesture is similar to giving the middle finger.
• Respectful words: As a sign of respect, certain prefixes like
“Mama”, “Nana”, or “Auntie” are used when speaking to older
peopel or authority figures.
• Petty crimes like pickpocketing are minor problems. Do not walk
around at night, try to stay in groups. Girls should try not to wear
purses that can easily be snatched.

10. Preparing
• What to bring
• Supplies to bring for TOTB
• Supplies for Projects

11. Ben
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Meet Our
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Students! Anthony
Divine
Henrietta

12. Our Pledge to Service
Our volunteers are an integral part of the
success of Teach on the Beach. Their
knowledge and hard work is the catalyst behind
the success of our educational programs.
Through day-to-day life on the beautiful coast of
Ghana, volunteers will gain unique
understanding of the country's culture, our
excursions around the country will provide a
lesson in history, and their work as member of
the Teach on the Beach team will provide them
the opportunity to change a child's life.

13. Questions?