A Great Start in ESL: Looking Forward to Practical Application
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I've long dreamed of becoming an English teacher (even though English is not my native language). When I started the course, I had neither a degree nor experience in teaching. Therefore, I had certain fears and anxieties. Almost all of them disappeared by the end of the course. "Almost" because the next step is to move on to practical work.
Here is my opinion of the course. It is suitable for absolute beginners (I've tested it myself). The course is perfectly structured, with logical blocks that fit together beautifully, providing basic knowledge and a clear understanding of potential development paths. There are many short videos with practical application of the knowledge, and there are even several full-length practical lessons with a real class. Throughout the course, you'll find many links to interesting websites related to ESL, which can be used as a source of inspiration or a knowledge base. Overall, by the end of the course, you'll have a solid theoretical foundation for starting your teaching career.
Three assessments are particularly valuable, as they allow you to put this knowledge to use when planning different types of lessons for students of different levels. What's great is that these assessments not only help translate theory into practice but also genuinely engage your creative approach.
I completed the course with great enthusiasm and interest. The content is highly focused, without any fluff.
Of course, the course alone doesn’t provide enough live, hands-on classes to overcome your fear and gain at least some experience. But that's precisely what I understand the Combined Course is for (a separate practical module that I'm currently considering purchasing).
Overall, I definitely recommend this course to beginners—it will teach, inspire, and guide you.