There are 12 modules. Those marked with an * are compulsory.

You should also select any 1 of the Optional units.

We shall also be sending via DHL a DVD with three hours of lectures -Task based theory and English as an International Language

Compulsory

1.Theories in Second Language Acquisition *

2. The Impact of Culture in SLA *

3. Linguistic & Communicative Competence *

4. Video component ( 6 hours of training videos)

5. Task Based Language Teaching *

Optional

6. Research Protocols in TESOL

7. English Only in the Classroom

8. Teaching Business English

9. Games in the TESOL Classroom

10. Lesson Planning

11. Grammar for TESOL

12. Communicating effectively with Chinese learners in ESL/EFL classrooms

View Modules in Detail

Requirements to complete 120 Hour course.

(a) Submit one written work from the Compulsory topics (1,000 - words upwards - no upper word limit)

(b) Readings - 3 PDF files will be given to you which form the basis of the work.

(c) Your final assignment is a one hour on-line meeting to discuss various aspects of the course from Modules 6-12

Alternatively:- However, you may opt to chose just one topic from the Units you have a special interest in and present a paper of of greater than 2800 words with an on-line discussion (c)

These works will be considered for Journal or Journal Teaching Article publication in the TESOL Journal.

Recommended Books.
Nunan. D. (2004).Task Based Language Teaching. CUP
Ellis. R. (2004). The Study of Second Language Acquisition. OUP

Course Fee
U.S.$310.00 (pay)
includes
2 TESOL Certificates (delivered by DHL)
Letter of Course completion (delivered by DHL)
DVD (delivered by DHL)
PDF files
on-line tutor segment.

We believe you should complete the course within 5-8 weeks of commencement or earlier.

*This course is mostly theory and therefore not suited to the beginner unless you have an Educational background