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Practical Courses for Teaching English

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Facts about the English language

Where did theEnglish come from?

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Is English the most spoken language in the world?

Where did the English alphabet come from?

Has Italian influenced English?

Has English always been so popular?

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Online TESOL Courses

VirtuKno currently offers three quality TESOL courses which follow the guidelines as set down by ACTDEC, the leading accreditation body for distance learning programs in the world. The courses are designed to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills to deal with typical learning tasks and issues in the contemporary TESOL classroom. The details of the courses are as follows.

Preliminary Certificate of Education in TESOL

The Preliminary Certificate in TESOL is a great course for those who wish to experience the world of teaching English without having to go to great expense or undergo intensive study. The course give a sound introduction to the principles of teaching English as a second language. Students are given assistance in how to plan and organise their time as well how to find TESOL employment and write a TESOL resume. The course gives the student a solid introduction into the intracacies of grammar and language principles. It presents language points in an accessible way as well as explaining with practical examples of how to teach these points in the classroom. This course lays a sound foundation can be built upon and graduates can gain 50% credit if they wish to continue their studies in the Certificate of Educational Studies in TESOL course.

(Australian Dollars)

Certificate of of Education in TESOL

The Certificate of TESOL is the course that will give new teachers a more indepth knowledge of how to teach English as a second language. It covers similar topics as the Preliminary Certificate yet goes into much more depth and analysis. The course covers everything a new teacher wish to know when entering the class with practical and helpful examples that the teacher can use in the classroom. It also gives the students a more comprehensive knowledge of grammar and language principles as well as showing teachers how they can prepare lessons and plan for successful outcomes. This course is gives graduates the formal recognised status of and Associate Teacher in TESOL and will enhance the prospects of ascertaining a job as a TESOL teacher considerably.

(Australian Dollars)

Advanced Certificate of Education in TESOL

The Advanced Certificate of TESOL is the course gives you a competive edge in attaining better employment. The course investigates linguistics at a much deeper level and gives you a more comprehensive understanding of applied linguistics, psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics. It also equips you with the ability to understand and employ the structures and functions of language. The Advanced Certificate covers the critical areas of testing and assessment which gives you a competitive edge when attaining more senior positons within the TESOL field. This course is gives graduates the formal recognised status of an Accredited Teacher in TESOL and will command a greater level of respect amongst employers. If you're serious about getting the better jobs this course is for you.

(Australian Dollars)

Certificate of English Grammar

The Certificate of English Grammar is designed to help teachers or in fact anyone who wants to improve their knowledge and application of English grammar. The course investigates grammar at a deeper level and gives you a more comprehensive understanding of its application and usage. It also equips you teach the more difficult areas of grammar with confidence. Each learning point also gives learners practical tips on how to apply the various grammar points to their lessons. Areas covered includethe form and function of English tenses, word classes, morphemes, prepositional and adjective phrases and more. Students who wish to continue on to study any of ViruKno's TESOL courses can apply for formal recognition of prior learning.

(Australian Dollars)

 

 

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