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TESOL is a widely recognized qualification for the teaching of English abroad. If you are hoping to travel to the far flung corners of the globe and want to earn as you go, then a TESOL course is exactly what you need. Starting with the basics, this course is suitable for beginners and will equip you with the skills you need for an amazing time overseas. Featuring 10 modules of easy-to-follow content, you'll learn everything from the basics of linguistics to pedagogical techniques and classroom management strategies. Here's a full list of what lies ahead:
Module 1: Teaching and Learning
- Motivation
- Understanding cultural backgrounds
- The importance of first language
- Getting started
Module 2: Linguistics
- Phonology
- Lexicology
- Morphology
- Syntax
- Phonetics
- Semantics
Module 3: Reading
- Developing reading skills
- Auditory and visual discrimination
- Forming associations
- Decoding
- Reading for purpose
Module 4: Writing
- Sentence structure
- Grammar
- Creating new knowledge
- Informative and explanatory writing
- Persuasive writing
Module 5: Speaking
- Sounding out words
- Reading out loud
- Responding to questions
- Presenting new ideas
Module 6: Listening
- Decoding sounds
- Repeating what you hear or transcribing
- Paraphrasing what you hear
- Conversational English
- Using what you hear to present new ideas
Module 7: Pedagogy
- Understanding motivation
- Exposition
- Know where you’re going
- Constructive criticism
- Modelling
Module 8: Lesson planning
- Standards and objectives
- Following a curriculum
- Varying instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Meaningful assessments
Module 9: Classroom management
- Setting expectations
- Respect
- Accountability
- Choosing your battles
- Unique strategies
Module 10: Getting a TEFL job
- What do you need?
- Building a resume
- Possible destinations
- Interview techniques: What are they looking for?
- Preparing to join a different culture