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Teacher Training
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CESL is proud to offer a range of programs to fit the needs of a diverse group of future EFL teachers. Any person interested in teaching EFL abroad can take the classroom-based 100-hour Full TEFL certificate in the summer. Depending on a potential teacher’s plans or needs, one can also take the online route, taking the 50-hour Online Basic TEFL, the 20-hour onsite practicum, followed by the 50-hour Online Advanced TEFL certificate for a total of 120 hours of TEFL certificates. Click below on the Professional Certificate Details for an overview. For more information: teachesl@email.arizona.edu Note that hours designated reflect contact time with instructor and do not include time spent on homework or other outside assignments.
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October 16-December 9, 2010 online The Online Basic TEFL program is intended for individuals who plan to teach English in a short-term capacity. It has been designed to provide the essential foundations in language teaching theory, methodology and practical classroom application. The course combines asynchronous powerpoint presentations, discussions and application activities with synchronous chat forums and streaming video clips of authentic ESL teaching. This program can be complimented with an optional 20-hr observational and guided teaching practicum at the Center for ESL and completed with the 50 Hour Online Advanced to total 120 hours of TEFL certificates. Add the 4.5 CEU For a 10% discount, apply and pay on or before September 1. |
March 20 - May 13, 2010 online The Online Advanced TEFL program is intended for in-service teachers with two or more years of experience or for those teachers who have completed the 50 Hour Basic and the 20 Hour Practicum and are interested in getting more advanced coursework towards 120 total TEFL hours. This online course is designed to provide advanced coursework in instructional methods of the four skills and classroom management techniques. The course combines asynchronous powerpoint presentations, discussions and application activities with synchronous chat forums and streaming video clips of authentic ESL teaching. For a 10% discount, apply and pay on or before February 15.
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July 12 - August 7, 2010 at CESL The Full TEFL program is an intensive, classroom-based course intended for individuals who plan to teach English professionally and in a long-term capacity. It has been designed to meet the needs of both novice and experienced teachers by combining comprehensive foundational coursework in language acquisition theory, teaching methodology and assessment with advanced instructional techniques and curricular frameworks. Coursework includes EFL teaching theory, methods & strategies, classroom management, and both formal and informal language assessment. The program also includes an integrated 30-hour observational and guided classroom teaching practicum for hands-on experience to complement and guide classroom instruction. 10 CEU For a 10% discount, apply and pay on or before June 1. |
Year-Round The 20-hour Practicum supplement can be added to any of our TEFL Certificate programs or simply taken alone as an independent component. The practicum combines classroom observations and debriefings with supervised teaching practice at the Center for ESL or an approved affiliate institution. Teachers interested in this program will observe 17 hours of classroom instruction and teach or assist a teacher for 3 hours of mentored instruction. The student caps this off by turning in a teaching/observing self reflection, outlining what they have learned and how to apply that to what they do. There are no discounts for this certificate.
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TEFL applicants can apply for up to 10% discount on tuition if paid before the discount deadline. For late registration on or after the first day of class, add 10% of tuition. |
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Focus on China: Global Teacher Training Initiatives A summary of CESL's teacher training intitiative. Please see our Customized Programs page. We can tailor a program to fit the needs of your teachers. Additional English Language Training at CESL Individuals or groups wishing to supplement their own personal English language skills may enroll in 4-16-week intensive English classes at CESL prior to starting the TEFL certificate program. Group discounts are available. |
Benefits of earning a TEFL certificate include
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CESL's Resources for Teachers Links University of Arizona Degree Programs Professional Advocacy http://capwiz.com/tesol/home/ |
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