Many employers prefer their teachers to have some form of additional specialized qualification in addition to their standard TESOL certificate.

Many teachers also want to gain some form of specialized qualification in the teaching of different categories of students.

For this reason, International TESOL Teacher Training developed a number of years ago, two specialized courses aimed at the Teaching of Business English (CTBE) and the Teaching of English toYoung Learners (CTEYL).

Both courses are completed entirely online and result in their own 50-hour certificate.

• Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners course: CTEYL

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  • CTEYL Target Group

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    • This course has been designed for TESOL certified (or equivalent) teachers or for those planning to become certified.
    • It is assumed that participants intend to be able to specialize in the area of teaching English to young learners now or in the future.
    • Previous experience teaching young learners is not a requirement to complete this course.

  • CTEYL Structure

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    • The CTEYL is a five unit 50-hour course which aims to cover as many theoretical and practical aspects as possible within the time available.
    • The first module/ considers ideas of teaching and learning. This initial unit follows a progression from general learning and child development theories, through to language acquisition theories of both L1(native language) and L2 (second language).
      We will then develop and adopt an idea of how approach the teaching of young learners and give due consideration to the creation of the optimum learning environment. We will also cover ideas on how this might change as the students mature.
      Finally, in unit 1, we look at the varied types of skills our students need to learn.
    • In Module/unit 2 we look at the development of a suitable course, from level testing at the first meeting, through to analysis of the student’s needs and then onto the design of an appropriate syllabus. We then cover why, how, and when to test the effectiveness of our program.
    • Module/unit 3 covers the types of materials available for teaching English to young learners. The uses and effectiveness of the materials available that aid the teaching process and how to locate materials and how to create materials.
      We will also consider the use of materials in the context of the learning environment especially in relation to order and behavior in the classroom.
    • Module/unit 4 identifies and considers different learning strategies and shows through clear examples how they can be utilized in the classroom. This final detail will be realized in the form of actual lesson plans.
    • Module/unit 5 considers personal, professional development in a number of areas such as: what can be done to keep your teaching career moving forward.
      How to structure and compose a resume and how to apply for teaching posts.
      Finally, we look at useful organizations and associations you can join.

  • CTEYL Objectives

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    Upon completion of the CTEYL online certification course, participants will be able to:

    • Consider and discuss, using terminology that is standard within the industry, the role of teaching English to young learners.
    • Create a suitable and appropriate teaching syllabus. Have realistic ideas for the creation of lessons and also have clear ideas on how to deliver the lessons to a range of target groups.
    • Locate and create teaching materials.
    • To Create and apply assessment procedures, pre-course, course and post course.
    • Understand the role of an English for young learners teacher in a wide variety of situations.
    • Be aware of professional development opportunities.

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