Our Language Experience method encourages group reading of daily personal journals by using the level of language and words of the learner for the composition of reading texts.  They can then use this method for reading and writing practice. Participants read and experience an historical fiction book sited in Providence, Rhode Island. They have the opportunity to read authentic materials and primary resources as well as learn about their classmates’ experiences through the sharing of their daily journals.

The writing component we use – a daily journal – integrates the view of writing as a fluid process. Through pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing and publishing, rather than a final product isolated in the integrated approach, writing becomes a process which correlates other domains as well. The Language Learning Experience is valuable for one to develop self-confidence through validation of each student`s creative process within their vocabulary, communication and writing needs.

Student engagement with academic institutions and community organizations offers content for activities related to the productive domain. These organizations support HEIP participants in their language development and social interaction. The students discuss field trips content in small groups which provide opportunity for further written and oral interaction.

When students become more familiar with their classmates’ stories they will be more receptive to taking the risk of sharing their own and thus produce meaningful work. This is one of the most important factors in second language acquisition. During the final stages of such comprehensive skills, students can listen to the reading of other students’ papers which will allow them to give both oral and written responses to their interpretation and feedback. This will enhance the rewriting process for the final product.