Foundational TESOL Certification (TESOL-100)
The TESOL-100 course is designed for new teachers with theoretical knowledge of English but limited classroom experience. It bridges academic foundations (e.g., grammar, literature) with practical pedagogical skills, emphasizing learner-centered methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. This course prepares graduates for teaching roles in language schools, private institutions, and online platforms, ensuring compliance with international TESOL standards.
The TESOL-100 course is designed for new teachers with theoretical knowledge of English but limited classroom experience. It bridges academic foundations (e.g., grammar, literature) with practical pedagogical skills, emphasizing learner-centered methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. This course prepares graduates for teaching roles in language schools, private institutions, and online platforms, ensuring compliance with international TESOL standards.
Overview
The TESOL-100 course is designed for new teachers with theoretical knowledge of English but limited classroom experience. It bridges academic foundations (e.g., grammar, literature) with practical pedagogical skills, emphasizing learner-centered methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. This course prepares graduates for teaching roles in language schools, private institutions, and online platforms, ensuring compliance with international TESOL standards.
Duration: 100 hours
Target Audience: Graduates with a Bachelor’s in English transitioning into ELT (English Language Teaching).
Certification: Meets global employment requirements for entry-level teaching roles.
Course Benefits
- Meets global employment requirements for entry-level teaching roles: English teacher in language schools, Online ESL tutor, Assistant teacher in private institutions.
Recommended Experiences
- Requirement: Bachelor's degree in English
What You Will Learn
- Foundations of ELT (TESOL-100-M1) - 10 hours
- Lesson Planning (TESOL-100-M2) - 15 hours
- Classroom Management (TESOL-100-M3) - 10 hours
- Teaching Language Skills (TESOL-100-M4) - 20 hours
- Grammar & Vocabulary Instruction (TESOL-100-M5) - 10 hours
- Assessment & Feedback (TESOL-100-M6) - 10 hours
- Teaching Practice (TESOL-100-M7) - 35 hours
Skills You Will Gain
- Apply ELT Methodologies: Demonstrate understanding of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), Task-Based Learning (TBL), and other frameworks.
- Design Lessons: Create structured lesson plans using ESA (Engage-Study-Activate) and align activities with CEFR proficiency levels.
- Manage Classrooms: Foster inclusive, engaging environments using behavior management and differentiation strategies.
- Teach Integrated Skills: Deliver effective instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary.
- Assess Learners: Develop formative and summative assessments and provide constructive feedback.
- Practice Teaching: Conduct observed lessons with real or simulated students and reflect on feedback.
Course Features
Assessment & Certification
• Quizzes (15%): Module-specific knowledge checks.
• Lesson Plan Portfolio (25%): 5 detailed lesson plans.
• Teaching Practice Evaluation (50%): Feedback from trainers and peers.
• Reflective Essay (10%): 500-word analysis of teaching growth.
• Certification Requirements:
• 100% attendance.
• Minimum 80% score in assessments.
• Completion of teaching practice.
Delivery Formats
Online: Self-paced (6–8 weeks) or guided (4–6 weeks).
Resources Provided
• Textbooks: How to Teach English (Jeremy Harmer), Grammar for English Language Teachers (Martin Parrott)
• Digital Tools: Editable lesson templates, grammar guides, and activity banks.
• Job Support: Resume workshops, interview prep, and job board access.