Brief Introduction
Explore 21st-century skills, ICT and multilingual approaches with this English language teaching professional development course.Course Summary
Learn effective English language teaching strategies and techniques to improve your classroom performance with this comprehensive course.Key Learning Points
- Discover unconventional language teaching approaches and techniques that are not found in traditional teaching methods.
- Understand the importance of student-centered teaching and how it can enhance the learning experience of your students.
- Develop your skills in creating engaging lesson plans that focus on the practical application of the English language.
Related Topics for further study
- Language Teaching Strategies
- Student-Centered Teaching
- Lesson Planning
- Language Acquisition
- Classroom Management
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a range of effective language teaching strategies and techniques to improve your classroom performance
- Understand the importance of student-centered teaching and how it can enhance the learning experience of your students
- Create engaging lesson plans that focus on the practical application of the English language
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Intermediate level of English proficiency
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- English for Teaching Purposes
Related Education Paths
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
- Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL)
Notable People in This Field
- Scott Thornbury
- Jeremy Harmer
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
- Promoting 21st century skills Understanding 21st century skills Critical thinking Collaboration and communication Creativity Review Integrating ICT Technology and change Evaluating technology Technology, autonomy and collaboration Review Understanding educational policies and practice Educational policy and teachers Child protection Internet safety Applying policy Review Using multilingual approaches The languages we speak Other languages and learning English Multilingual teaching approaches World Englishes and the future of English Review
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews on FutureLearn's English Language Teaching in the Classroom course. Learn what other users have said about the course, including key aspects that they found helpful. Discover the pros and cons of the course to help you make an informed decision.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Many users found the course modules to be well-structured and easy to follow.Pros from User Reviews
- Good for beginners in English language teaching
- Lots of practical tips and activities to use in the classroom
- Engaging and interactive course material
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic and repetitive
- Limited opportunities for peer interaction and feedback
- Not enough focus on teaching grammar and vocabulary