Teaching
language effectively is an art, and truly effective language
teachers are rare. Language
Exchange International's TEFL (Teaching English
as a Foreign Language) TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM offers exciting
and innovative programs for the beginner as well as the experienced
teacher for both native and non-native speakers. Teachers can
add new sparkle to their classrooms as they motivate their students
to learn!
English as a Foreign Language teaching techniques are presented through
the use of enjoyable and effective activities. Courses can be
customized to suit personal needs for either groups or individuals.
Accommodations
can be arranged at a near-by local hotel either in town or on
the beach (Florida campuses). Host family accommodations are
also available.
Certificates
are awarded to all participants successfully completing the
course. Program graduates receive regular updates in new and
innovative teaching techniques and curriculum. They may also
participate in our E-mail hotline at no additional charge.
Hands-on
teaching and the natural approach to second language acquisition
is the methodology used at Language Exchange
International. It is the same methodology that has
helped our school gain its outstanding reputation for the past
18 years. Focus is upon teaching the application of the newly
acquired language rather than merely learning about it. Role
playing and group interaction help make the process as enjoyable
as it is practical.
Included in the
Program: Needs analysis; cultural awareness and sensitivity;
motivating the student; teaching creatively; the multi-level
classroom; lesson plan development; testing and evaluation;
drilling techniques; familiarization with teaching materials;
classroom observation; teaching internship; brainstorming sessions;
special focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing; teaching
TOEFL and Business English; testing and evaluation of teacher
trainees; presentation of certificates; teaching hot-line; updates
in teaching methodology and materials.
A
word about
Language
Exchange International
. . .
Language Exchange International
was founded in 1983 in order to provide language training for
adults who were looking for a painless but effective way to
quickly acquire a second or third language. We now offer courses
in more than 30 foreign languages as well as a year round intensive
ESOL program for international students and executives. During
the past 21 years, we have enjoyed an out-standing reputation
in our field based on our unique conversational approach to
language teaching. The methodology we use is based upon one
developed by Connie Paladino, the school's president and
founder, during her 25 years of experience in the field of
language instruction.
All of our programs
are customized to meet the needs of our clients. We are nationally
accredited with The Accrediting Council for Continuing Education
and Training (ACCET) which is recognized by the United States
Department of Education and we were named by the London Travel
Magazine as one of the top 20 language schools in the United
States.
Included
in the TEFL Teaching Training Program
- Needs analysis
- Dynamic teaching
techniques
- Motivating the
student
- Teaching creatively
- The multilevel
classroom
- Lesson plan and
curriculum development
- Effective testing
and evaluation
- Classroom observation
- Teaching internship
- Familiarization
with up to date teaching materials
- Cultural awareness
and sensitivity
- Focusing on listening,
speaking, reading and writing
- The Rassias drilling
technique
- Teaching TOEFL
and Business English
- Brainstorming
sessions with colleagues
- Testing and evaluation
of trainees
- Presentation of
certificates
- Regular updates
in new materials and teaching techniques
- Teaching hotline
- And more!
Tuition, Schedules
and Admissions Requirements
Tuition $1,275
($200 non-refundable deposit)
Criteria for entrance:
Advanced level in English.
All entrants are required to successfully
complete a grammar test.
A 2-week pre-TEFL grammar course is available for those who
do not meet this requirement.
Pre-TEFL
grammar class: $875.00 ($100 non-refundable
deposit)