Question 1

Where do I meet my instructor online?

Accepted Answer

Students can sign in to meet instructors:
 
1. Go to www.lanalearn.com
2. Click on Sign in
3. Create an account
4. Join the conference room.

Question 2

How do I create an account?

Accepted Answer

Students can sign in to meet instructors:
 
1. Go to www.lanalearn.com
2. Click on Sign in
3. Create an account
4. Join the conference room with your instructor's room code.

Question 3

What digital content do you use for Corporate English?

Accepted Answer

Lana Learn's proprietary curriculum adapts the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) for non-native speakers in English to use in business. The ILR is a language leveling system that prepares U.S. diplomats to work in foreign countries. The system includes speaking and reading only. Lana Learn evolved this to include writing as well with a specific focus on workforce preparedness.

Question 4

What curriculum do you use for Corporate English?

Accepted Answer

Lana Learn's proprietary curriculum adapts the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) for non-native speakers in English to use in business. The ILR is a language leveling system that prepares U.S. diplomats to work in foreign countries. The system includes speaking and reading only. Lana Learn evolved this to include writing as well with a specific focus on workforce preparedness.

Question 5

What is the curriculum for young learners?

Accepted Answer

Our experienced teachers use a variety, often tailoring for individual student's needs. Common ones include:
RAZ Kids: Online guided reading program with interactive ebooks, downloadable books, and reading quizzes. The program delivers hundreds of interactive, leveled eBooks spanning 29 levels.
Writing A-Z: Online writing lessons, resources, and tools to meet the needs of every student, at every learning level.
FreeBooks: Free Kids Books is a growing library of unique children’s books, literary resources, and textbooks for children and young adults, available online and for download primarily in a user-friendly pdf format.
Jolly Phonics: Jolly Music uses multi-sensory activities to hone children’s musical skills through singing.
Super Simple Songs: A collection of kids songs, nursery rhymes, and more on Youtube. Kids learn and explore through song and movement with songs.
ESL Kids Stuff: Website with flashcards, worksheets, craft sheets, and downloadable songs for young learners.
ESL Games World: Interactive games and exercises for English as a Second Language fund for young learners.

Question 6

Do I need to download an app?

Accepted Answer

No need to download an add. You can use your own website browser. The team believes in making e-learning as easy as possible. You will need to use Chrome, Firefox, Safari 11 or greater, or Microsoft Edge Chromium.

Question 7

Reading Materials

Accepted Answer

RAZ Kids: Online guided reading program with interactive ebooks, downloadable books, and reading quizzes. The program delivers hundreds of interactive, leveled eBooks spanning 29 levels.
Writing A-Z: Online writing lessons, resources, and tools to meet the needs of every student, at every learning level.
FreeBooks: Free Kids Books is a growing library of unique children’s books, literary resources, and textbooks for children and young adults, available online and for download primarily in a user-friendly pdf format.
Jolly Phonics: Jolly Music uses multi-sensory activities to hone children’s musical skills through singing.
Super Simple Songs: A collection of kids songs, nursery rhymes, and more on Youtube. Kids learn and explore through song and movement with songs.
ESL Kids Stuff: Website with flashcards, worksheets, craft sheets, and downloadable songs for young learners.
ESL Games World: Interactive games and exercises for English as a Second Language fund for young learners.

Question 8

Do I need to download an app?

Accepted Answer

No. You can use a regular web browswer. We want to make things as easy as possiblefor you. Just make sure you use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari 11 or greater. We don't support other browsers currently.

Question 9

What web browser do I use to access the e-learning site?

Accepted Answer

Lana Learn supports Chrome, Firefox, Safari 11 or greater, or Microsoft Edge (Chromium) for all features.

Question 10

What about for slightly older students?

Accepted Answer

Our experienced teachers use different curriculum, depending on individual student's needs. Common ones include:​​​
School House Rock Grammar: Short videos that introduce new grammar topics. Most appropriate for middle school aged students.
Commonlit: CommonLit is a nonprofit education technology organization dedicated to ensuring that all students, especially students in Title I schools, graduate with the reading, writing, communication, and problem-solving skills they need to be successful in college and beyond.

Question 11

What about for slightly older students?

Accepted Answer

Our experienced teachers use different curriculum, depending on individual student's needs. Common ones include:​​​
School House Rock Grammar: Short videos that introduce new grammar topics. Most appropriate for middle school aged students.
Commonlit: CommonLit is a nonprofit education technology organization dedicated to ensuring that all students, especially students in Title I schools, graduate with the reading, writing, communication, and problem-solving skills they need to be successful in college and beyond.

Question 12

What web browser do I use to access the e-learning site?

Accepted Answer

Lana Learn supports Chrome, Firefox, and Safari 11 or greater.

Question 13

Why can't I see or hear my instructor?

Accepted Answer

Make sure you're use the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari 11 or greater, or Microsoft Edge (Chromium).
 
If you are and still cannot see or hear the instructor, make sure the camera, microphone, and sound are on. Here are detailed instructions:

Go to the top of your computer in the URL bar and click the lock symbol
Make sure your camera is set to allow
Make sure your microphone is set to allow
Make sure your sound is set to allow

Question 14

Do I receive progress reports after the online classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Lana Learn strongly believes in student results. Our teachers complete reports that include what students did, suggestions for improvement, and any homework before the next class. Here is a sample of some reports:
Corporate English Individual Student Report
Corporate English English Level Assessment
Individual Student Academic Tutoring (middle, high school students)
Individual Student English Reading and Writing (young learners)

Question 15

Do I receive progress reports after the online classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Lana Learn strongly believes in student results. Our teachers complete reports that include what students did, suggestions for improvement, and any homework before the next class. Here is a sample of some reports:
Corporate English Individual Student Report
Corporate English English Level Assessment
Individual Student Academic Tutoring (middle, high school students)
Class Session Notes General Students (middle, high school students)
Individual Student English Reading and Writing (young learners)

Question 16

Why can't I see or hear my instructor?

Accepted Answer

Make sure you're use the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, and Safari 11 or greater.
 
If you are and still cannot see or hear the instructor, make sure you the camera, microphone, and sound are on. Here are detailed instructions:

Go to the top of your computer in the URL bar and click the lock symbol
Make sure your camera is set to allow
Make sure your microphone is set to allow
Make sure your sound is set to allow

Question 17

Does Lana Learn provide in-person training as well?

Accepted Answer

While we focus on online learning, we do offer in-person classes for organizations. Please contact us for more information and to customize a program for you: info@lanalearn.com.

Question 18

Do students submit surveys?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We believe in student-centered classes. Here is a sample of some surveys:
Corporate English Student Survey (professionals)
Academic Tutoring Student Survey (middle, high school students)

Question 19

Does Lana Learn provide in-person training as well?

Accepted Answer

While we focus on online learning, we do offer in-person classes for organizations. Please contact us for more information and to customize a program for you: info@lanalearn.com.

Question 20

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

Contact us at info@lanalearn.com. We are here to help!

Question 21

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

Contact us at info@lanalearn.com. We are here to help!

Question 22

What teaching methodology does Lana Learn use?

Accepted Answer

Lana Learn classes focus on maximizing student engagement with the PPP model of instruction: Presentation, Practice, Production. We believe that interactive learning, particularly when online, advances student results.

The instruction method includes:
Presentation: Instructors present a new concept in a context that students that are familiar with in their professional or daily lives.
Practice: Students are given an activity that provides opportunities to practice the new concept while receiving limited and appropriate assistance from the instructor.
Production: Students will use the new concept in context, in an activity set up by the isntructor who will be offering minimal assistance.

Question 23

How long are the sessions and what does a class typically include?

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Lana Learn class lengths vary by age appropriate development levels.
 
Class Length:
1 hour - professional adult group classes
45 minutes - adult individual session; young learner group class
30 minutes - young learners individual session
Lana Learn uses the Presentation, Practice, and Production (PPP) teaching methodology for maximizing engagement for greater student success, particularly online. Each class follows a structure with content that can be personalized for the students:
 
Class Structure
Warm-Up & Review Homework Challenge
Presentation: Presentation of new concept in context
Practice: Activity for learners to practice new concept
Production: Use of the new concept in context
Review of New Concept
Assign Homework Challenge & Student Feedback

Question 24

Question 25

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

Contact us at info@lanalearn.com. We are here to help!

Question 26

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

Contact us at info@lanalearn.com. We are here to help!

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Writing Materials

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Math Materials

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I meet my instructor online?

How do I create an account?

What digital content do you use for Corporate English?

What curriculum do you use for Corporate English?

What is the curriculum for young learners?

Do I need to download an app?

Reading Materials

Do I need to download an app?

What web browser do I use to access the e-learning site?

What about for slightly older students?

What about for slightly older students?

What web browser do I use to access the e-learning site?

Why can't I see or hear my instructor?

Do I receive progress reports after the online classes?

Do I receive progress reports after the online classes?

Why can't I see or hear my instructor?

Does Lana Learn provide in-person training as well?

Do students submit surveys?

Does Lana Learn provide in-person training as well?

What if I have more questions?

What if I have more questions?

What teaching methodology does Lana Learn use?

How long are the sessions and what does a class typically include?

What if I have more questions?

What if I have more questions?

Writing Materials

Math Materials