EDF5697 Professional practice for teachers of TESOL A

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   consolidate and critically reflect on knowledge acquired about how the English language works as a linguistic system, and on effective techniques to describe this system to learners

2. 2

   practise and analyse techniques that lead your learners to notice language, cultural practices, content and cognitive strategies in order for them to become more self-regulated learners

3. 3

   practise and critically reflect on strategies that maximise opportunities which encourage language use which matches students' real-life needs

4. 4

   develop effective skills in applying a range of web tools in teaching English, and reflect on how ICT can facilitate learning in students’ contexts

5. 5

   apply knowledge and skills, and demonstrate autonomy in conducting needs analysis, planning, implementation and evaluation of an intervention teaching plan in language learning.