Developing English Language Teaching Skills
Location: Online
Dates: 10 – 25 December 2024 / 10 – 25 January 2025 / 1 – 15 February 2025
Fee: € 500
Learn how to develop effective instructional content, engage students with innovative methods, and manage training sessions efficiently.
This intensive two-week course is designed to equip English language teachers with practical strategies to enhance their teaching methods, focusing on student-centered learning and communicative language teaching. Participants will gain skills in classroom management, lesson planning, and using technology to improve engagement and learning outcomes. The course emphasizes reflective practices and modern pedagogical approaches to meet the diverse needs of learners in various educational contexts.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Develop a deeper understanding of various English language teaching methods and their applications
- Design effective lesson plans that incorporate interactive activities and technology
- Enhance classroom management techniques to foster an inclusive and dynamic learning environment
- Apply strategies to improve students’ speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills
- Reflect on their teaching practices and develop self-assessment techniques to continually improve
Duration: 2 weeks, every day from 9 PM to 11 PM
Who is the Coach?
Saad Ahmed Abdullah is a specialized English language teacher with 5 years of experience, currently focused on improving teachers’ skills through innovative training courses.
Schedule
Day 1: Introduction to English Language Teaching
- Overview of teaching methods (traditional vs. modern)
- Key challenges in teaching English in different contexts
Day 2: Lesson Planning Essentials
- Components of an effective lesson plan
- Planning for various proficiency levels
Day 3: Student-Centered Learning
- Encouraging learner autonomy
- Engaging students in the learning process
Day 4: Classroom Management Techniques
- Strategies to maintain discipline and encourage participation
- Dealing with common classroom issues
Day 5: Teaching Speaking Skills
- Techniques to enhance fluency and accuracy
- Interactive activities for oral communication
Day 6: Teaching Listening Skills
- Effective listening exercises and assessments
- Using multimedia resources to improve listening comprehension
Day 7: Teaching Writing Skills
- Methods to improve students’ written expression
- Writing workshops and feedback techniques
Day 8: Teaching Reading Skills
- Developing reading comprehension strategies
- Designing tasks for different reading levels
Day 9: Integrating Technology in Language Teaching
- Tools and apps to enhance language learning
- Blended learning strategies
Day 10: Reflective Teaching Practices
- Self-assessment and peer feedback techniques
- Continuing professional development
Day 11: Language Testing and Assessment
- Designing fair and accurate assessments
- Using formative and summative assessment strategies
Day 12: Teaching Grammar in Context
- Methods to teach grammar through communication
- Error correction techniques
Day 13: Teaching Pronunciation and Phonology
- Techniques for improving pronunciation
- Incorporating phonology into lessons
Day 14: Final Project and Presentations
- Participants present lesson plans and teaching strategies for feedback
Day 15: Closing Session and Course Reflection
- Reflection on key learning points
- Q&A and course feedback