TESOL
Teaching
English To Speakers of Other Languages
Will
you teach us English?" English-speaking Christian workers are often asked
this question. English has become the world's common language, and
throughout the world, non-English speakers are anxious to learn. Many
English-speaking workers have attempted to teach English, only to discover that
being a native speaker does not in itself make one a good teacher of English.
So...learn to TEACH English!
Our TESOL course includes four weeks of
intensive training in basic theories and methods of teaching English,
intercultural communication for teachers, classroom management, how to work
with different learning styles, testing, principles of language acquisition, as
well as the sounds and grammar of English. An integral part of the training is
the opportunity to practice teach on campus during the
course.
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will receive a TESOL certificate which will become the key for opening opportunities
to teach English in many settings, worldwide.
MEET
REAL NEEDS... of internationals within
English-speaking countries... of residents in non-English speaking nations
worldwide.
ACQUIRE
A JOB SKILL... one that opens
doors to hard-to-enter countries... one that reaches people with whom you are
already working.
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PREREQUISITES:
1. A sufficient level of proficiency with
both written and spoken English to be able to teach others. You do not need to
be a native English speaker. There is no formal testing requirement; we
expect that you will know if your English is adequate to be a teacher. Some
non-native English speakers do well in TESOL; others struggle. We will work
with you as much as possible to help you to succeed.
2. Completion of a Discipleship Training School (DTS) IS NOT required.
COMMUNITY
LIVING: Community living is part
of the YWAM tradition. We live together and eat together. Everyone participates
in the work duties of the community. We expect our students and staff to
participate in the life of the community and to respect one another, giving
preference to one another in love.
COST: The cost of the TESOL course is $1000, plus a
non-refundable $35 registration fee. The tuition includes text books and other
materials, lectures, housing, meals, and all local group transportation for the
four weeks of the course.
January 7 – February 1, 2008
For more information or to request an application e-mail: tesolinalaska@gmail.com
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