TEACHER TRAINING

Introduction to TESOL - Launceston

This is a four day introduction to the profession of TESOL. It is not a formal, recognised TESOL qualification, but simply a "taster" course offered for people who might want to enrol in a longer, more formal course (such as the Cambridge CELTA). It will include:

  • the basics of English grammar and pronunciation
  • an introduction to developing listening, speaking, reading and writing skills
  • an opportunity for peer teaching and classroom observation
  • information on further TESOL teacher training options and TESOL teaching opportunities in Australia and overseas.

Aims of the Course

  • to raise awareness of issues that impact on the teaching-learning relationship
  • to consider the impact on successful learning the teacher has as a result of what and how he/she facilitates the learning process
  • to raise awareness of language systems and to consider best practice in helping students develop their understanding of meaning, pronunciation, form and use of the language
  • to raise awareness of language skills, of what is involved, and how best to help students develop these skills
  • to increase appreciation of the fact that there is more to English language teaching than simply the language itself.
Course dates

2009 dates to be advised

Course times

9am - 3pm Monday to Thursday

Where

English Language Centre, Building F, UTAS, Newnham campus, Launceston

A similar course is held throughout the year at the Sandy Bay campus, Hobart, but it is administered and organised through Adult Education. For further details please telephone 03 6233 7237.

Application & Payment Information

Application form

Online payment - Do not pay for your course until advised.

Discount available

Participants in the Introduction to TESOL and/or Exploring English Grammar courses who enrol for the Cambridge CELTA course at the ELC within two years will be eligible for a discount - one of the short course fees paid can be deducted from their CELTA fee. Note: Currently enrolled UTAS students who have participated in the course(s) are eligible for a 10% discount off CELTA fees and may choose between this discount or the short course fee discount. Please email Christine Brown or Amy Richards for further details on the course.