English Language Teaching: An Introduction (Coursera)

Students will examine English as an International Language, the Common European Framework of Reference and also developments in English Language Teaching as a Profession such as the qualifications and professional development needed to be a teacher. Finally, the course will consider implications for ELT such as lifelong learning, digital literacy and teaching English online. By the end of the course, students will have a fuller understanding of English Language Teaching and current issues in the sphere.

What You Will Learn

● Recognize the values and limitations of mainstream and alternative approaches to ELT

● Understand opportunities in ELT as a profession

● Explore opportunities for professional development

Syllabus

WEEK 1

0. Introduction

WEEK 2

1. Approaches to ELT

You will watch 3 lectures about different approaches and methods in English language teaching, their keys features, and practical usage. You will be provided with a number of short quizzes to check your learning. To expand your knowledge further, you will also be provided with links to additional materials.

WEEK 3

2. Issues in ELT

You will watch 3 lectures about the status of English as a global lingua franca, the CEFR framework and its importance for ELT and recent developments in ELT as a profession. You will be provided with a number of short quizzes to check your learning. To expand your knowledge further, you will also be provided with links to additional materials.

WEEK 4

3. Implications for ELT

You will watch 3 lectures about the importance of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for teachers of English, digital literacy and the challenges as well as the opportunities associated with teaching English online. You will be provided with a number of short quizzes to check your learning. To expand your knowledge further, you will also be provided with links to additional materials.