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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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LA

Jan 7, 2021

I really love this trainibng, since it helps me to refresh my knowledge about my professional teaching.I also learned and related a lot from this. You inspire me to teach more effectively . God bless!

JG

Aug 17, 2018

This is a very useful course as I begin my studies to prepare to teach English abroad. ASU is a recognized university and the price is very reasonable. I look forward to the next course in the series.

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By Захарова В А

Mar 8, 2023

I liked this course and the teachers in general. The best part of this course was the personal stories that illustrated the struggles of language learners and those who acquire new cultures. Thank you!

By Theo A

Apr 29, 2022

Since I am trying to be a professional ESL teacher, this course help me a lot in teaching English language to the students and help me motivated to keep learning something. This is such a great course.

By Zeynab M

Aug 28, 2021

I really enjoyed this course and I learned new methods ,teaching skills.And I would like to start to Teach English Now part 2.I hope I will enjoy it such as this course. Thank you so much for teaching.

By farkhondeh a

Jul 20, 2021

it was a great experience using the knowledge of best professors in Arizona State University. i really enjoyed their excellent explanations. i hope i could enroll other courses for TESOL certification.

By Assel S

Dec 6, 2020

Thanks a lot for giving me the opportunity to be part of the community of teachers around the world. The course is created in a logical way that helped me to understand what I need to help my students.

By AWA L P N

Sep 27, 2020

This course has been very helpful in learning new language learning strategies and also new language teaching methods. Again interacting with other professionasl add more to my experience as a teacher.

By Ilya M

Jan 10, 2020

Thanks Coursera and ASU for this useful course! I'm really glad to have participated in it! This is only the first step to my TESOL certificate, but I want more and want to go ahead! Best regards, Ilya

By Orrathip G

Sep 15, 2018

Wonderful course! I learned more foundational principles of language teaching and also language learning. Thank you the instructors who make this course meaningful and motivate me to learn continually!

By Alba R S

May 19, 2018

Really instructive. At first I thought it might be a bit difficult for me since I've not studied anything related to teaching, but it is well organized so that you can follow it easily.

Very advisable.

By Immanuel V

Jul 7, 2021

I really loved being in the course. Every lesson is challenging and enlightening. And the kind of approach each lessons were delivered, very much endulging! Kudos to the new best teachers on my list.

By Muhammad M H

Mar 4, 2021

I would like to appreciate Dr Shane's interactive teaching style and the comprehensive teaching style of Ms Andrea while summarizing lessons. Please keep it up with best wishes for future endeavours.

By Anna F

Jul 16, 2020

I was very happy with the way the course was organised, the materials it used and the assignments and tests that were expected. I would recommend this course to people interested in teaching English.

By Мария В

Aug 17, 2022

This course is amazing. I would like to thank all the teachers who worked on it. So much useful and inspiring information. Thanks a lot! I am very glad that I have the opportunity to study with you.

By Anıl Y

Jun 21, 2021

As I expected earlier, it was an amazing course that makes me look from a wider and more theoretical perspective on the teaching process. Thanks to everybody who contributes to creating this course.

By clara p

Oct 16, 2020

I love this class!! I re-learned some of the ideas and principles I learned when I was an Education student at the university. Thank you so much for this!! I am looking forward to the next course...

By Abbie A

Aug 8, 2020

My writing skills were honed in answering the peer-graded assignments, and my classmates are actively participating as well. Similar to the first, I learned a lot from you! Thank you very much, ASU!

By Megumi T

Mar 25, 2020

I really enjoyed learning the foundation of teaching English. I'm impressed that this course taught me not only about how to deal with language learners but also how to keep motivation as a teacher.

By Barskaya M

Jan 31, 2019

Great course. For me it became clearer how to teach and improve my teaching skills. Dr. Shane Dixon really encourages his stidents. Highly recommend the course who is interested in English teaching.

By Sophia S

Aug 14, 2024

this course has helped me alot to recognise new methods of teaching and has opened my mind to new ways of thinking about the whole TESOL profession. Thank you so much. Will pursu to the second part

By Carlyn D C

Dec 29, 2020

This one of the best courses I've ever had here in Coursera. I really learned a lot and enjoy my learning career. The topics were well explained and the ideas presented in an interconnected manner.

By Victor A M

Aug 23, 2020

Very well structured, high quality content and meaningful testing! This course really sets an example. Amazing teachers and producers, it is a pleasure to be one of your students! Thank you so much

By irem m

Jan 31, 2024

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the content of this course. It was the first stage of my journey, I look forward to completing the remaining parts of the course and learning more content.

By Maryam M

Mar 9, 2022

It was great course I learnt alot not only about teaching but also about how to be impresive in daily communication. Speciall thanks to Arizona University that provide this opportunity for me....

By Shokoofehsadat H

Mar 14, 2021

I cannot believe how much I've learned from Dr. Dixon during this course. Cannot wait to use these methods in my own classroom. His teaching strategies and tips are beyond spectacular and helpful!

By Murshed S

Feb 6, 2021

Great Course, even better instruction. I found the structure quite engaging to follow along with. I also thought the peer-reviewed assignments were well thought-out and interesting to think about.