Types of TEFL Courses.
There are three primary paths to achieving a 120-hour TEFL TESOL certification:
- In-class and Combined TEFL / TESOL Courses: These courses offer both theoretical instruction and practical teaching experience with English language learners. Typically conducted in countries where English is not the primary language, they require traveling abroad for a set duration.
- In-class TEFL / TESOL certification usually involve a four-week attendance at a single location.
- Combined TEFL / TESOL courses involve less on-site presence as theoretical components are covered online.
- 120-hour Online TEFL / TESOL courses: These courses provide comprehensive teaching theory without the need for travel, offering a solid understanding of classroom operation effectiveness.
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Course Content.
TEFL / TESOL courses generally cover two main areas:
Teaching Skills:
- Specialized teaching for different groups such as young learners, adults, business classes, one-on-one sessions, and large groups.
- Lesson planning, structure, and activity creation to foster English language conversation.
- Instruction on the four English language skills: speaking, writing, listening, and reading.
- Testing and evaluating students' progress
Language Awareness:
- Fundamental understanding of English grammar and its explanation.
- Topics include parts of speech, tense systems, modal verbs, conditional sentences, phrasal verbs, active and passive voice, and optionally, phonology.
Assessment methods vary based on course type, with online courses often featuring end-of-module evaluations and on-site courses culminating in a final examination.
Choosing the Right TEFL / TESOL course for You.
Your decision on the type of course to pursue depends on two primary factors:
Time Available: in-class courses typically require four weeks in-class training, combined courses around 5/10 days in-class training, while online courses offer flexibility and can be completed from home within six months.
Budget: In-class courses are usually the costliest, followed by Combined courses, while Online options are generally the most economical due to lack of travel expenses.
Consider your personal circumstances and goals when selecting the ideal TEFL / TESOL course type for your needs. If you have a specific destination in mind for teaching, an in-class course in that country may be advantageous, or an online course could be completed while visiting.
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