LSI English for Teaching Course 2013

Aimed at speakers of other languages, this course equips students with the basic tools required to teach English as a Foreign Language and is also an excellent refresher and development course for established teachers of English. It is also suitable preparation for the Teaching Knowledge Test. Option 1: For Individuals Standard 20 plus 5 or 10 individual lessons per week Intermediate to advanced levels Tailored to the individual Option 2: Closed Group tuition Afternoon option on LSI Intensive 30 course Intermediate to advanced levels Minimum class size: 10 TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) exam preparation offered covering 3 TKT modules over 4 weeks Topics covered Language analysis Lesson planning Teaching the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking Classroom activities Using resources and materials Lookingatlearners needs Dealing withlearnersmistakes The Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) is produced by Cambridge ESOL to prepare teachers to teach English to speakers of other languages. It aims to increase teachers' confidence and enhance job prospects by developing the knowledge needed by teachers of primary, secondary, or adult learners, anywhere in the world. The TKT is not a teaching qualification. TKT modules Language and Background to Language Learning and Teaching Lesson Planning and Use of Resources for Language Teaching Managing the Teaching and Learning Process Cambridge requirements are that the TKT exam will not be held in any centre around the world if there are not 10 examination candidates booked for each exam. Please contact the LSI centre to confirm if it is possible for your student(s) to sit the TKT exam at the end of their course. Any student wishing to prepare for and take the TKT is strongly advised to have at least an intermediate level of English. Students will be required to keep a portfolio. Starting dates: Please contact relevant LSI school for start dates and further details. Language Centres: All LSI schools in Canada, USA, New Zealand and Australia. In the UK: Cambridge.