TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

TESOLThis part-time 4-week program includes a study of various teaching methodologies, classroom management skills, lesson planning and development, practical correction techniques, student and textbook assessment, and motivation skills. It is designed specifically for students who want to be able to recognize their own mistakes, teach or tutor English in their own countries, and improve their public speaking skills.

Students have the opportunity to make classroom observations and practice teaching. The diploma program also requires students to give numerous individual and team presentations.

CSLI TESOL DIPLOMA PROGRAM (Sample)

Week I

* Introduction Activities
* Ice Breakers
* Warm-up Activities
* Classrooms Dynamics
* Typical Classrooms
* ESL Resources (I)
* Different Kinds of Teachers
* Different Kinds of Students
* Group Management Strategies
* In-Class Teaching Practice

Week II

* Lesson Planning
* Time Distribution
* Identifying Learning
* Disabilities
* Body Language
* ESL Resources (II)
* In-Class Teaching Practice

Week III

* Student Assessment
* Review of Grammar
* Grammar Games
* Evaluating Written
* Assignments
* Phonetic Alphabet
* How to Teach Pronunciation
* Keeping Learners Motivated

Week IV

* Improving Memory Skills
* Vocabulary Acquisition
* Vocabulary Games
* Encouraging Discussion
* Discussion / Debate Topics\Using Videos
* Using Music
* Internet Resources

TESOLWhile taking TESOL Diploma program, students are encouraged to take our Grammar Review class and Public Speaking class that are offered to compliment the skills covered in this program. Grammar Review class helps students explain variety of grammar structure with confidence, while Public Speaking Class covers topics such as How to lead a discussion, Persuasive language and Body language.