
It’s estimated that over one billion people around the world are learning English as an additional language. But who are they?
Understand how students' cultural, linguistic, and educational backgrounds can impact English language learning.
As English language teachers we must consider the reasons why our students are learning English. Learners' reasons for learning English directly affects the lessons we plan and the materials we use.
An introduction to the variety of reasons learners have for studying English around the world.
English language lessons take place all around the world in a variety of different learning contexts.
Understand the contexts in which people learn English around the world and how this affect you as an English language teacher.
Not everyone learns in the same way. Understanding your students' learning styles will be beneficial for you in planning lessons that cater to all students.
In this video lecture you will eplore learning styles and understand how they can be used when teaching English
How can students’ first language affect learning English?
Understand L1 and how it can affect English language students.
Writing a learner profile is an important skill for teachers to possess.
Understand the importance of learner profiles and know how to write one.
TEFL Essentials: Teaching English as a Foreign Language is a comprehensive introduction to the field of TEFL.
It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of TEFL, the different approaches to TEFL, the needs of English language learners, and how to plan and deliver effective TEFL lessons.
In short, easy-to-follow video lectures, you'll learn everything you need to start teaching English to foreign language speakers.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will understand how English is taught to speakers of other languages and be able to plan your own English language lessons.
You will learn the background and theories of teaching English as a foreign language and become equipped with the knowledge you need to better understand and teach English language learners.
September 2024 New Lecture Update: How to plan lessons with AI
This newly added lecture shows you step-by-step how to plan English language lessons with ChatGPT. You'll learn how to use AI to enhance your lesson planning, plan full lessons, and adaprt lesson plans fo different levels and ages.
2023 Update: Now includes 21 PowerPoint Games & Activities for Teaching English
You'll learn how to use a variety of games & activities with students of all ages and levels. Each game and activity includes a PowerPoint download so that you can use them in both online and face-to-face lessons.
2021 New Lecture Update: Teaching Post-Covid19