Brief Introduction
Look at lessons, courses and resources with this continuing professional development course for English language teachers.Course Summary
This course is designed to help you develop your English language teaching skills and knowledge. You will learn about different teaching methodologies and techniques to enhance your teaching abilities.Key Learning Points
- Learn effective teaching strategies for English language learners
- Discover ways to improve your classroom management and lesson planning
- Explore the use of technology in teaching English as a second language
Related Topics for further study
- Effective teaching strategies
- Classroom management
- Technology in language teaching
- Lesson planning
- Language acquisition
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a range of teaching strategies and techniques to use in your classroom
- Improve your lesson planning and classroom management skills
- Confidently integrate technology into your language teaching practice
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Fluent in English
- Basic knowledge of teaching English as a second language
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Interactive learning activities
- Peer collaboration and feedback
Similar Courses
- Teaching English Online
- English for Teaching Purposes
Notable People in This Field
- Scott Thornbury
- Vicki Hollett
Related Books
Requirements
- The course is aimed at teachers of English as a foreign language at all levels. Intermediate level English (around B1 on the CEFR) is required.
Outline
- Planning lessons and courses Planning ahead Aims and stages Task: lesson observation Course planning Review Managing resources What's available? Using flashcards Using realia Using the board Review Managing the lesson Factors that influence learning Teacher language Alone, in pairs or in groups? Engaging learners Review Taking responsibility for professional development Your professional development Personal learning networks Peer observation Developing your reflective practice Next steps
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for the English Language Teaching course on FutureLearn. Users have praised the course for its comprehensive content and practical tips. However, some have found the course to lack interactivity and may not be suitable for experienced teachers.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Comprehensive content and practical tipsPros from User Reviews
- Course content is well-organized and covers a wide range of topics
- The course provides practical tips that can be applied in real-life teaching situations
- The course is suitable for beginners who want to learn more about English language teaching
Cons from User Reviews
- The course lacks interactivity and may not be engaging enough for some users
- Some users have found the course to be too basic and not suitable for experienced teachers
- The course may not be suitable for those who are looking for a more in-depth study of English language teaching