Welcome! SEELS 120-Hour TESOL Training Certificate Course

Course Highlights

• 5-Step Lesson Planning: Our unique framework simplifies lesson design and presentation, ensuring effective teaching.
• Hands-on Training: Develop practical skills in lesson delivery and classroom engagement.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers everything from grammar basics to advanced TESOL techniques.
• Globally Recognized Certification: Earn a TESOL certification accredited by CPD Certification Services UK.
• Employment Support: Access SEELS Global Teachers Resource Network (GloTeRN), an alumni and employer matching platform for job opportunities.

What You’ll Learn

Our 11 modules guide you through every key aspect of TESOL, with a strong focus on the 5-Step Lesson Plan:

• Building teaching skills through structured modules and lesson-making practice.
• Understanding language essentials, from grammar to phonetics.
• Designing and presenting lesson plans for listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Adapting lessons to different learner needs and classroom dynamics.
• Mastering teaching strategies for young learners through engaging storytelling and interactive methods.

Module 1: A Brief Look at Where We’re Going

Module 1 serves as a mini-course introduction to TESOL essentials, giving trainees a glimpse into the journey they’re about to embark on. This introductory module outlines the basics of TESOL, setting clear expectations and goals for the course. Trainees are introduced to the 5-Step Lesson Plan, a structured approach that simplifies lesson planning and delivery, demonstrating its effectiveness in creating focused, engaging lessons. This foundational overview boosts confidence by showing that, while there’s a lot to learn, the path to becoming a skilled TESOL teacher is accessible and achievable.

Module 2: The TEFL Arena

Module 2 dives into the TEFL Arena, covering essential concepts in English Language Teaching (ELT). This module provides a brief history of various ELT methods, giving trainees insight into different teaching approaches and how they’ve evolved. Special emphasis is placed on Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), the foundational method of this course. Through CLT, trainees will learn to prioritize interaction and communication in their teaching, helping students build practical language skills for real-world situations. This module sets the stage for understanding the most effective ways to engage and support language learners.

Module 3: The TESOL Teacher

In Module 3, trainees focus on building essential competencies for effective TESOL teaching. This module explores the diverse roles a TESOL teacher may take on—such as facilitator, mentor, and organizer—and highlights the skills needed to support students in various learning scenarios. It also covers classroom expectations, both from the teacher’s and students' perspectives, and emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity. Trainees will learn to navigate cultural differences and adapt their approach to create an inclusive, respectful learning environment, preparing them to work confidently in multicultural classrooms.

Module 4: The Learners

Module 4 centers on understanding learners and how they best engage with language learning. Trainees will explore the different types of learner motivation—from intrinsic to extrinsic—and examine various learning styles to better recognize and support individual needs. This module also introduces practical techniques for fostering learner autonomy, empowering students to take an active role in their learning journey. By the end of this module, trainees will have a toolkit of strategies to keep learners motivated and engaged, creating a dynamic and supportive classroom environment.

Module 5: Understanding Key Language Elements

In Module 5, trainees delve into key language elements that are fundamental for effective English teaching. This module covers the basics of phonetics, pronunciation, and vocabulary—skills that are essential for helping learners speak and understand English accurately and naturally. Trainees will learn techniques for teaching pronunciation, including intonation and stress, as well as methods for introducing and reinforcing vocabulary in engaging ways. This module emphasizes how to seamlessly integrate vocabulary into lesson plans and classroom activities, ensuring language learning is both relevant and accessible to students.

Module 6: Grammar

Module 6 focuses on the essentials of grammar and equips trainees with strategies to teach it effectively across different learner levels. This module breaks down fundamental grammar concepts, from sentence structure and verb tenses to more advanced topics like conditionals and modals. Trainees will explore practical approaches to make grammar accessible and engaging, using methods tailored to young learners, teenagers, and adults alike. By the end of this module, trainees will feel confident presenting grammar in a way that is both clear and relevant, enhancing students' understanding and usage of English grammar in real-world contexts.

Module 7: Teaching the Skills

Module 7 is dedicated to the four core language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Trainees will learn how to create structured, effective lessons for each skill, ensuring a balanced and comprehensive approach to language development. This module provides practical techniques tailored to each skill—such as activities to enhance listening comprehension, strategies to encourage speaking fluency, methods for teaching reading comprehension, and approaches to support clear and coherent writing. By mastering these techniques, trainees will be able to build lessons that develop students’ abilities in each skill area, fostering well-rounded and capable English language learners.

Module 8: Planning and Presenting Language Activities

Module 8 is the practical heart of the course, focusing on the in-depth application of the 5-Step Lesson Plan. Trainees will work through each step of lesson planning, from setting clear objectives to selecting activities that effectively support learning goals. This module emphasizes preparation and practice, guiding trainees as they design, organize, and adapt lessons for real classroom scenarios. Trainees will also have the opportunity to deliver their lesson plans in live presentation practice, receiving feedback to refine their teaching approach. By mastering these skills, they’ll be ready to confidently lead engaging, structured language lessons.

Module 9: Practical and Professional Teaching Skills
(Part 1)

Module 9 equips trainees with essential classroom communication skills needed for effective teaching. This module focuses on techniques for giving constructive feedback, addressing error correction in a supportive way, and fostering positive student interaction. Trainees will learn how to guide students in refining their language skills while creating a safe and encouraging classroom atmosphere. By understanding how to communicate clearly and manage classroom interactions effectively, trainees will be better prepared to support their students' growth and confidence in using English.

Module 10: Practical and Professional Teaching Skills
(Part 2)

Module 10 dives into essential classroom management skills that are crucial for maintaining an effective learning environment. Trainees will learn strategies for handling multi-level classes, where students may have varying language abilities, ensuring that each learner's needs are met. This module also covers discipline strategies to manage behavior in a positive and respectful manner, helping to create a focused and productive classroom. By mastering these skills, trainees will be equipped to manage diverse classroom dynamics confidently and maintain a supportive, organized learning atmosphere.

Module 11: Teaching Very Young Learners

Module 11 is dedicated to the unique approach required for teaching very young learners. Trainees will explore specialized techniques for capturing the attention of young children through interactive methods that encourage active participation and engagement. This module emphasizes the power of storytelling as a tool to make language learning enjoyable and relatable, using stories to introduce vocabulary, phrases, and simple structures in a way that resonates with young minds. By the end of this module, trainees will be equipped with creative strategies to make language learning both fun and effective for young learners.

Assessment and Evaluation Before Course Completion

• Teaching Practice: Trainees deliver a full lesson using the 5-Step Plan with structured peer and instructor feedback.
• Theoretical and Practical Exam: TESOL theories, practical teaching methods, and classroom strategies.
• Portfolio: Submission of lesson plans and self-evaluation of growth.
• Feedback: Instructor report and one-on-one review for personalized guidance.
• Certification: Requires minimum scores; signifies TESOL teaching readiness.

What You’ll Gain

• Confidence in Lesson Planning: Master lesson creation with the 5-Step Lesson Plan.
• Enhanced Presentation Skills: Practical experience presenting lessons to peers and instructors.
• TESOL Teaching Competencies: Skills applicable in diverse teaching environments worldwide.
• TESOL Certification: Proof of your training, allowing you to teach English globally.

Enrollment Options and Support

• Flexible Start Dates: Begin your TESOL journey at a time that works for you.
• Student Support Services: Access to instructors, peer support, and additional resources.
• Affordable Payment Plans: Options to make your TESOL training accessible.