Foundation Course
Christine in China
Global TESOL College 's Foundation course has been developed for people who have never taught, teachers who want to break into the dynamic field of teaching overseas or for those who want to upgrade their abilities.
Course Description
The Foundation TESOL course is your practical, user-friendly yet comprehensive introduction to the exciting world of teaching English. The Foundation TESOL course is the first mandatory part of all of our certification courses (program 1, 2 and 3). This course involves 60 hours of study to complete. For example, if you choose to the 'In-Class' study mode for this course, the 60 hours of study can be broken down into:
- 35 hours - In class instructor-led lectures & teacher training
- 5 hours - Out of class creative lesson planning, presentation preparation, readings & exercises
- 20 hours - Readings plus Exam (to be completed after course at student's convenience)
Study Modes
We understand everyone's lifestyle is different, so we have designed our programs and courses to suit everyone's schedule and educational budget. You have the three (3) study mode options for the Foundation TESOL course:
- Online
- In-class (Intensive 5-Day program)
- Correspondence (at home, at your own pace)
The Foundation TESOL Certificate you receive is exactly the same whether you study in-class, online or by correspondence. Also, students studying by correspondence are welcome to attend any of the in-class sessions anywhere, at any time in the future.
Course Materials
The Foundation TESOL course materials and services includes:
- 700 page textbook
- 300+ page workbook
- 200+ page Global Employment Handbook
- Access to our Graduate Cafe
- Lifetime career support
Topics Covered
Teach English Related Topics:
- How to Confidently Teach English in Any Situation, Abroad or Locally
- 40 Communication-Based TESOL Approaches and Methods
- Pronunciation, Conversation & Communication
- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- Lesson Planning and Teacher Preparation
- Phonology and Linguistics
- Grammar Review and Student Evaluations
- Communicative Approach
- Activity-Based Learning
- Promoting Dynamic Student/Teacher Interaction
- Pedagogy ? The Art and Science of Teaching
- Teacher and Student Role Reversal
- Video Training and Analysis
- Music, Song and Media for language Acquisition
- Internet in the Classroom
- Teaching Philosophy
- English for Specific Purposes
Employment Related Topics:
- Finding the Best English Teaching Job Overseas
- Employment Contacts and Connections
- Obtaining Tutoring Contracts in Addition to Your Regular TESOL Employment
- Hot Tips on How to Make the Most Money Possible with TESOL
- How to Avoid Common Contract Pitfalls
- Overseas Teaching/Work/Travel Information and Tips
- Culture Shock ? Leave Prepared
- Teaching and Tutoring English Locally
- Travel Safe and Secure Abroad Supplement
In-Class Schedule (5-Day Intensive Program)
- Day 1
Instructor Introduction
Introduction to the Course
Introduction to the Specializations:.
ESL/ EFL Acronyms
Approaches, Methods and Techniques
ESL/ EFL Student Levels: Characteristics of Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Students
Demonstration Lesson
Lesson Planning
Presentation Preparation & Topic Assignment
- Day 2
Using Games as Warm-ups & Ice-breakers
Philosophy of Teaching
How to Teach Children
How to Teach Adults
The Rassias Method
How to Teach English Vocabulary
Presentation Preparation
- Day 3
Using Music in the Language Classroom
Using Video for Language Learning
Teaching Listening Comprehension
The Total Physical Response Method
Teaching Linguistics
Challenges of Teaching Pronunciation Internationally
The International Phonetic Alphabet
- Day 4
Warm-Ups for Visual Learners
How to Teach Reading
Global Language Test
How to Teach Writing
ESL/EFL Student Assessment Techniques
TESOL Student Lesson Presentations
JET: A Year of Exploration
- Day 5
Warm-Ups for Tactile Learners
TESOL Student Lesson Presentations
Peer Evaluations
How to Teach English Grammar
Grammar Quiz and Resources
How to Teach Idiomatic Expressions
Overseas Job Guide Presentation
How to Write a Teaching R?sum?
How to Live Overseas
Online or Correspondence Schedule
The Foundation TESOL Certificate you receive is exactly the same whether you choose to study in-class, online or by correspondence. The correspondence students are welcome to attend any of the in-class courses anywhere, at any time in the future.
Online & Correspondence Assignments
- Assignment 1: Introduction Teaching Internationally
- Assignment 2: TESOL Teaching Approaches, Methods & Techniques
- Assignment 3: Lesson Planning and Curriculum Development
- Assignment 4: Presenting and Teaching Vocabulary
- Assignment 5: The Listening Comprehension Skill
- Assignment 6: Using Music in the Language Classroom
- Assignment 7: Linguistics and Pronunciation
- Assignment 8: Using Video for Language Learning
- Assignment 9: The Reading Comprehension Skill
- Assignment 10: The Writing Skill
- Assignment 11: Teaching English Grammar
- Assignment 12: Communication
- Assignment 13: ESL/EFL Student Assessment
- Final Examination + 6-hour Teaching Practicum
Our in-house tutors mark the online and correspondence students' assignments. Your work will be returned to you with your certificates upon successful completion of the course. Correspondence students have access to live tutors to be able to provide clarification while completing your courses. Contact us by e-mail or phone to be connected with a tutor!
Foundation Course
Christine in China
Global TESOL College 's Foundation course has been developed for people who have never taught, teachers who want to break into the dynamic field of teaching overseas or for those who want to upgrade their abilities.
Course Description
The Foundation TESOL course is your practical, user-friendly yet comprehensive introduction to the exciting world of teaching English. The Foundation TESOL course is the first mandatory part of all of our certification courses (program 1, 2 and 3). This course involves 60 hours of study to complete. For example, if you choose to the 'In-Class' study mode for this course, the 60 hours of study can be broken down into:
- 35 hours - In class instructor-led lectures & teacher training
- 5 hours - Out of class creative lesson planning, presentation preparation, readings & exercises
- 20 hours - Readings plus Exam (to be completed after course at student's convenience)
Study Modes
We understand everyone's lifestyle is different, so we have designed our programs and courses to suit everyone's schedule and educational budget. You have the three (3) study mode options for the Foundation TESOL course:
- Online
- In-class (Intensive 5-Day program)
- Correspondence (at home, at your own pace)
The Foundation TESOL Certificate you receive is exactly the same whether you study in-class, online or by correspondence. Also, students studying by correspondence are welcome to attend any of the in-class sessions anywhere, at any time in the future.
Course Materials
The Foundation TESOL course materials and services includes:
- 700 page textbook
- 300+ page workbook
- 200+ page Global Employment Handbook
- Access to our Graduate Cafe
- Lifetime career support
Topics Covered
Teach English Related Topics:
- How to Confidently Teach English in Any Situation, Abroad or Locally
- 40 Communication-Based TESOL Approaches and Methods
- Pronunciation, Conversation & Communication
- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- Lesson Planning and Teacher Preparation
- Phonology and Linguistics
- Grammar Review and Student Evaluations
- Communicative Approach
- Activity-Based Learning
- Promoting Dynamic Student/Teacher Interaction
- Pedagogy ? The Art and Science of Teaching
- Teacher and Student Role Reversal
- Video Training and Analysis
- Music, Song and Media for language Acquisition
- Internet in the Classroom
- Teaching Philosophy
- English for Specific Purposes
Employment Related Topics:
- Finding the Best English Teaching Job Overseas
- Employment Contacts and Connections
- Obtaining Tutoring Contracts in Addition to Your Regular TESOL Employment
- Hot Tips on How to Make the Most Money Possible with TESOL
- How to Avoid Common Contract Pitfalls
- Overseas Teaching/Work/Travel Information and Tips
- Culture Shock ? Leave Prepared
- Teaching and Tutoring English Locally
- Travel Safe and Secure Abroad Supplement
In-Class Schedule (5-Day Intensive Program)
- Day 1
Instructor Introduction
Introduction to the Course
Introduction to the Specializations:.
ESL/ EFL Acronyms
Approaches, Methods and Techniques
ESL/ EFL Student Levels: Characteristics of Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Students
Demonstration Lesson
Lesson Planning
Presentation Preparation & Topic Assignment
- Day 2
Using Games as Warm-ups & Ice-breakers
Philosophy of Teaching
How to Teach Children
How to Teach Adults
The Rassias Method
How to Teach English Vocabulary
Presentation Preparation
- Day 3
Using Music in the Language Classroom
Using Video for Language Learning
Teaching Listening Comprehension
The Total Physical Response Method
Teaching Linguistics
Challenges of Teaching Pronunciation Internationally
The International Phonetic Alphabet
- Day 4
Warm-Ups for Visual Learners
How to Teach Reading
Global Language Test
How to Teach Writing
ESL/EFL Student Assessment Techniques
TESOL Student Lesson Presentations
JET: A Year of Exploration
- Day 5
Warm-Ups for Tactile Learners
TESOL Student Lesson Presentations
Peer Evaluations
How to Teach English Grammar
Grammar Quiz and Resources
How to Teach Idiomatic Expressions
Overseas Job Guide Presentation
How to Write a Teaching R?sum?
How to Live Overseas
Online or Correspondence Schedule
The Foundation TESOL Certificate you receive is exactly the same whether you choose to study in-class, online or by correspondence. The correspondence students are welcome to attend any of the in-class courses anywhere, at any time in the future.
Online & Correspondence Assignments
- Assignment 1: Introduction Teaching Internationally
- Assignment 2: TESOL Teaching Approaches, Methods & Techniques
- Assignment 3: Lesson Planning and Curriculum Development
- Assignment 4: Presenting and Teaching Vocabulary
- Assignment 5: The Listening Comprehension Skill
- Assignment 6: Using Music in the Language Classroom
- Assignment 7: Linguistics and Pronunciation
- Assignment 8: Using Video for Language Learning
- Assignment 9: The Reading Comprehension Skill
- Assignment 10: The Writing Skill
- Assignment 11: Teaching English Grammar
- Assignment 12: Communication
- Assignment 13: ESL/EFL Student Assessment
- Final Examination + 6-hour Teaching Practicum
Our in-house tutors mark the online and correspondence students' assignments. Your work will be returned to you with your certificates upon successful completion of the course. Correspondence students have access to live tutors to be able to provide clarification while completing your courses. Contact us by e-mail or phone to be connected with a tutor!