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What is TESOL?
This question is probably the one we find we are asked the most frequently. The use of the acronyms below (amongst others) can be somewhat confusing, especially as they are often used interchangeably. The list of definitions below should, hopefully, clarify their meanings:
¡¤ TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This term theoretically encompasses both TEFL and TESL.
¡¤ TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language. This term is most often used when English is being taught in a country where it is not the native language (teaching English to Spanish people in Spain, for example).
¡¤ TESL - Teaching English as a Second Language. This is where English is being taught to non-native speakers of English in a country where it is the native language (teaching immigrants to the UK/USA, for example).
¡¤ ELT - This stands for English Language Teaching and is mostly used by bodies in the UK.
Whilst there are some minor differences in theory, these acronyms are used interchangeably. Employers will generally accept TESOL, TEFL and TESL certificates equally as teaching English qualifications.
The demand for knowledge of the English language, and the ability to use this language in many forms of communication, continues to increase throughout the world. The ability to use the English language is quickly becoming a valuable global commodity and as a result the requirement for English teachers all over the world continues to grow.
Currently there is a huge demand for teachers who are skilled, trained and certified in teaching English, due to the fact that there is a great worldwide desire to communicate in English. The standard, international qualification for teaching English to speakers of Other Languages / teaching English as a foreign language is a TESOL certificate. With a TESOL certificate you would be able to put your English teaching skills to good use teaching English in countries around the world.
ATTI TESOL certificate course will provide you with all the necessary English teaching skills, techniques, knowledge and training to be an effective modern teacher.
Certificate in TESOL / Diploma in TESOL
Course overview
By completing this course you will:
- acquire the basic skills necessary for teaching English
- develop further awareness of English grammar
- be able to apply this awareness in the TESOL classroom
- develop a knowledge of the principles of teaching English
- develop management skills for the classroom
- develop an understanding of the theories behind English teaching methodologies
- understand and apply the principles of English language testing
- be able to design and prepare teaching materials
Course description
The course is a highly practical education programme allowing you to develop the skills and techniques needed in classroom teaching. It examines in some detail the theoretical issues behind the practice and principles of teaching and reflects current methodologies and research into TESOL. The testing of English and the preparation of teaching materials are explored in some depth. The course is intended for both native speakers and non-native speakers of English.
This course leading to the Certificate/Diploma in TESOL is primarily designed for people who are:
- seeking a career in teaching English ¨C no previous teaching experience is needed
- working in a TESOL or TEFL post without a formal teaching qualification
- looking for a more solid grounding in TESOL/TEFL
- teaching other languages but looking for new approaches in the classroom
Course Topics
¡¤ Teaching styles and techniques (methodology & implementation)
¡¤ Managing your classrooom
¡¤ Lesson planning
¡¤ Teaching grammar and expanding vocabulary
¡¤ How learners learn
¡¤ Teaching different levels of English
¡¤ Teaching Young Learners
¡¤ English for Business
¡¤ Phonology
¡¤ Using materials, games, activities and role-plays
¡¤ Coursebook analysis
¡¤ Teaching Reading and Writing
¡¤ Listening and Speaking activities
¡¤ One-to-one lessons
¡¤ Accessing students' needs
¡¤ Preparing and evaluating tests
What's the difference between a Tefl / Tesol certificate and a diploma?
The wide range of different titles of TESOL/TEFL qualifications that you might come across can be confusing. Some courses carry the title Certificate, while others are called Diploma courses. A certificate-level course is the initial teaching qualification, while entry on to a diploma course usually requires a minimum of a certificate-level qualification plus two years¡¯ teaching experience.
Upon completion, students will receive:
1. ATTI TESOL Certificate/Diploma
2. TESOL Awards issued by EDI UK at NVQ Level 4
3. CCELT Accreditation Certificate with Teacher Status at: Entrant, Associate or Senior Level
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