Intensive English and Modern Methodologies for the Language Classroom TED12.1

Third-party on-site course

Intensive English and Modern Methodologies for the Language Classroom TED12.1

This course is of significant benefit to non-native teachers of English who:

• need to deepen their own knowledge of the language
• need to upskill their English language teaching techniques
• wish to familiarise themselves with international best practice in foreign
language training

Last updated: 21.07.2025

Next upcoming session:

17.11.2025 - 21.11.2025

Ireland , Dublin , Dublin

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Description

Objectives

To familiarise participants with recent pedagogical and classroom technology developments
To increase awareness of current trends in assessment for the language classroom
To provide opportunities for reflection on their own practice
To improve participants’ confidence in their own lesson delivery
To develop and consolidate participants’ own language skills
To promote awareness of contemporary Ireland
To establish contacts between teachers from a variety of European backgrounds and facilitate future networking among these professionals.
To improve their overall language skills

Preparation

Needs Analysis
Pre-course information on free on-line resources
Pre-course cultural information
Pre-Course general arrival information

Practical Arrangements

Course Tutor
Learning Materials
Individual Formative Feedback
Setting of learning objectives
Feedback on progress and areas needing special attention
Guidance and advice on homework exercises
24-hour emergency contact number
Accommodation service

Learning objectives

Increased confidence in teaching all aspects of English language
Greater understanding of students’ needs
Increased awareness of the use of technology in the classroom and the web as a teaching resource.
Increased appreciation of learner autonomy, speaking and reading skills
Increased awareness of current trends in assessment in the classroom and the implementation of self-assessment, peer assessment and self-reflection

Methodology & assessment

Course Content

The English language element covers all the language skills - speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar activities. Class work includes individual, pair and group work, discussions, debates, project work, presentations, written tasks and listening exercises.

Modern Methodologies involves a practical, hands-on participation for teachers. The input sessions are a blend of theory and practice in ELT using lecture format and practical activities based on Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) methodology.

Throughout the course, participants are encouraged to reflect on their own practice, consider alternative practices and try out a variety of classroom activities.

Materials, digital tools & other learning resources

Books and learning materials included
Administration for Erasmus+ enrolment included
Validation of Europass Certificate included

Certification details

In-house certificate of attendance and achievement

Europass Validation if required

Pricing, packages and other information

Price:

490

Euro
Course package content:

Tuition and related costs included

Accommodation (with or without meals) extra.
Cultural programme extra
Airport transfer extra

If your Erasmus+ National Agency has additional requirements not covered in our advertised course offers, please contact us and we would be pleased to design your course to meet these requirements.
Additional information:

Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
Cancellation & changes:

Please check our general conditions for (a) cancellations with a minimum of 30 days advance notice, b) cancellations with less than 30 days advance notice:
c) Students who start but do not finish their programme will not be reimbursed any course fees.

For accommodation cancellations please check our general conditions:
Additional information:

The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).

Additional information

Language:

English
Target audience ISCED:

Primary education (ISCED 1)

Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)

Other
Target audience type:

Teacher

Head Teacher / Principal

Other
Learning time:

20-25 hours