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Through a series of engaging metaphors and stories, prospective and current EFL/ESL teachers will identify, summarize, and evaluate 7 basic language learning paradigms. Learners will be presented information on such foundational principles as motivation, risk taking, two different modes of learning, and balancing the teacher profession. Learners are also given an understanding of basic techniques founded on those principles, such as teacher talk, looking “ridiculous” in order to lower the affective filter, and networking. With these foundational principles in mind, ESL/EFL teachers will scrutinize common assumptions about language learning by comparing how they stack up to research-based core principles....
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MT

Mar 12, 2021

I had fun enrolling on this course and it's very insightful. And Keep the great work, Dr Shane Dixon. I can't wait to complete the rest of the courses so that I get my professional certificate. Thanks

VM

Apr 9, 2020

Great course! Nice content and great presentation of the material. Useful not only for ESL teachers, but for all language teachers and even for teachers in general. Thank you for creating this course!

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By Goncharova P

Sep 9, 2020

Many thanks to the teachers for such an interesting course. Everything was very clear and fun. I literally lit a fire in myself that will light the way for my students. (Polina. Russia)

By Sam L

Apr 28, 2020

Honestly, Dr. Shane Dixon is an amazing teacher and I know he couldn't have done it without his team. They all did a wonderful job teaching this course! I cannot wait for the second one.

By Venson M T

Jan 9, 2020

I just finished the first of of ASU's TESOL Certification Program! I am looking forward to finishing all of the courses and the capstone projects! Thank you to my amazing instructors! =)

By Mohamed S

Dec 12, 2019

It has been really beneficial and I have learned a lot of techniques that I will be able to use with my students in the classroom. The lecturers have been really energetic and inspiring.

By Ana F C

Nov 27, 2019

I enjoyed taking this course. It was my first experience with an online course and it went smoothly. I am looking forward to completing all levels in order to get my TESOL certification.

By Ana M G A

Nov 18, 2019

A well-designed and relevant course for any teacher out there trying to make sense of the amazing, yet challenging, tasks that lie ahead, every day, in our classrooms. Thank you so much.

By Anna

Sep 16, 2019

I am completely amazed ! I love the course structure, speakers are amazing and given information is sooooo useful! God bless teachers heart !!! I am so ready to start the second course !

By Hend M

Aug 30, 2018

Really , it was a pleasure to take this course. It totally changed a lot of my believes and thoughts. and very special thanks to Dr. Dixon he is really a talented teacher and instructor

By Reema L

Aug 13, 2016

Love the pace of the course. The short videos. The summary.

The essential question is the best part of the course triggering the need for getting deeper into analyzing what I am learning.

By MARIA V V

Sep 16, 2023

Both teachers are very entertaining and I learned a lot from them. Their metaphors and interesting stories really helped to understand the concepts covered during the course. Thank you!

By Alexis V

Jan 28, 2021

Foundational Principles is a MUST for ESL/ELT teachers. It teaches basic guidance on the most important skills teacher need to acquire in order to become better professional and selves.

By Nikita S

May 21, 2020

Easy to understand, follow and complete. Insightful subjects and great explanations and examples in each module. Thank you for a lovely learning experience. I look forward to then next.

By Ahmad M M

Jan 24, 2020

I would like to thanks all the teachers who presented this amazing course. I have learned a lot from you, and honestly, I will apply those techniques and methods in my future classroom.

By Justina R

Feb 15, 2016

It is a great course with a lot of useful information. It helps to understand the basic language teaching principles and how to avoid things like teaching burnout or loss of motivation.

By Evgeniia T

Sep 10, 2022

Thank you very much for such an opportunity to study with you!!! It was great to have such an experience. I just can't say how much I'm happy!! I enjoyed every piece of information)))

By Radouane E

May 23, 2020

before taking the final assignment I re-watched, reread and I wrote everything again since it is my first time I enjoy such a wonderful, beneficial and nailed course. thank you so much

By Deleted A

Mar 11, 2020

If you want to learn how to teach effectively, this is a great option for you. Dr. Dixon is a great guide, and also all of the team makes a great work together. Incredible opportunity.

By Akintunde O

Feb 17, 2020

Going through this course has been a wonderful experience. I really do appreciate all the tutors and all those who endeavored to make it a success. We love you all at Coursera and ASU!

By Ben M

May 22, 2017

The course was great. It made me think about what it could be like to be a language teacher and what the role entails. It made me think about deciding to be a language teacher as well.

By Sami m

Jun 18, 2023

it was really amazing experience to be enrolled in this course, i have learnt many useful things which will help me ,as an English teacher, in teaching the language thank you so much.

By Elsie I

Aug 19, 2022

Very detailed despite the limited time. Highly recommended to those who do not have a degree in education but interested to become an English teacher. Kudos to Teach English Now team.

By Confesor R V

Feb 16, 2022

Great Metafors to help us understand how to conduct our classes so that our students get the best results at the end of their english courses. Thank you all for the great information.

By Lulu U

Sep 19, 2021

I am so glad to have joined this course and learned with other learners. The materials and presenters are so interesting and intriguing. I hope to learn more from this series of TESOL

By Лозовая С С

Aug 25, 2020

Данный курс прекрасно организован для того, чтобы разобраться в основе преподавания английского языка. Создатели курсы постарались, чтобы материал воспринимался интересно. Рекомендую!

By Adriana M P T

Jul 1, 2020

I really enjoyed ASU's videos. With lots of tools, metaphors, examples on how to see English's teaching from the point of view of a student, teachers, and experts. Highly recommended.