Teach English Creatively
In contemporary primary and early language education, teachers of English as a second language are increasingly expected to create engaging, inclusive, and learner-centred environments that foster both linguistic development and student confidence.
Description
The course also addresses key aspects of classroom management, communication, and inclusive practices when working with young learners of different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
The training course will focus on the following areas:
- Creative pedagogy in teaching English to young learners
- Movement-based and experiential learning (e.g., TPR)
- Storytelling and narrative-based language teaching
- Game-based learning and classroom gamification
- Integration of art, music, and drama in language learning
- Design of engaging, student-centred lesson plans
- Classroom management strategies for active learning environments
- Building teacher confidence in delivering interactive English lessons
- Adapting activities to diverse and low-resource educational contexts
Learning objectives
- Explain the principles of creative pedagogy and their relevance in teaching English to young learners
- Analyse the impact of interactive and student-centred methods on children’s language acquisition and classroom engagement
- Identify age-appropriate strategies for teaching vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing through creative approaches
- Design storytelling-based activities that promote language development through meaningful and contextualised use of English
- Develop game-based learning tasks with clear linguistic objectives and measurable learning outcomes
- Integrate elements of art, music, and drama to support creative expression and communicative competence among young learners
- Adapt teaching strategies to diverse classroom contexts, including mixed-ability groups and low-resource environments
- Demonstrate effective classroom management techniques for active, participatory, and interactive learning settings
Methodology & assessment
Structured, facilitator-led sessions combining theory with active participation, enabling participants to connect concepts with their own professional experiences.
CASE STUDIES AND SCENARIOS:
Analysis of realistic educational situations to support critical thinking and the practical application of emotional intelligence strategies.
ROLE-PLAYING EXERCISES:
Guided simulations that allow participants to practice communication, empathy, and conflict management skills in a safe learning environment.
SELF-ASSESSMENT TOOLS:
Structured reflection instruments and questionnaires supporting self-awareness, progress monitoring, and personal development planning.
REFLECTIVE PRACTICE:
Continuous individual and group reflection to consolidate learning outcomes and encourage behavioural change.
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
- Structured reflection worksheets and guided journals
- Scenario-based learning materials
- Emotional intelligence self-assessment tools
- Multimedia resources (videos, visual frameworks)
- Facilitator-designed activity templates
- Digital collaboration tools for group work and interaction
Certification details
CERTIFICATES PROVIDED
1. Certificate of Attendance
2. Europass Certificate (if requested by the participant)
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:EUR 450
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Course package content:
Standard Package 450€
- Course fees
- Administration costs
- Beverages & Snacks
- Certificate of Attendance
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
- Participants may cancel before the course begins and receive a full refund.
- Requests for changes to registration are subject to availability.
- If the provider cancels the course, a full refund will be issued.
- If force majeure occurs (e.g., natural disasters, strikes), a full refund will be issued.
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Additional information:The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherHead Teacher / PrincipalSchool Psychologist
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Learning time:25 hours or more
Upcoming sessions
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