120 Hour Teaching English as a Foreign Language Course

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Welcome and mabuhay! Immerse yourself in this comprehensive 120-hour course meticulously designed to instill the foundational skills and knowledge crucial for excelling as a TEFL teacher and propel educators toward ongoing professional development.

The course consists of 8 modules, each divided into manageable parts. The course modules and parts incorporate multiple-choice quizzes and end of module essay assignments to assess learning. The final course evaluation includes a comprehensive quiz, along with a multiple essay assignment, and practical lesson plan assessments.

Essays serve as a multifaceted tool for learning, encouraging critical thinking, improving communication skills, applying knowledge practically, fostering reflection, promoting long-term retention, and assessing comprehensive understanding. Our methodology places an emphasis on essays to align with the goal of not just teaching content but preparing students for successful and impactful teaching careers.

Pass Rate and Attempts:

An overall score of 80% is required to pass this course. Students should take it at their own speed and make notes as they progress to help the content stick in their memory and as an aid for reviews before quizzes or assessments.

  • The total score from quizzes will be an average taken from all attempts (If more than one attempt is used).
  • The practical assessment and written essay assignments need to be submitted for marking and all quizzes, essays and assignments will contribute to the overall grade awarded.

Feedback is provided to you as you progress the course. You can retake quizzes or essay assignments and view teacher feedback on essays and the final assignment in the feedback hub, accessible via the button in the course sidebar.

By the end of this course you will:

  • Gain an understanding of how students learn foreign languages, key theories and methodologies, and how the process is facilitated by a TEFL teacher
  • Know what elements contribute to successful classroom management and how they can be used to promote learning and manage behaviour
  • Gain sufficient awareness of the structural, lexical, and phonological components of English as a foreign language to inform language learners and deliver effective English lessons
  • Learn how to engage with and stimulate learners, encouraging participation in lessons via a range of different and context-appropriate activities for reading, writing, speaking, listening and phonology.
  • Understand different word types and the 12 tenses of the English language, how they are used, and know activities you can use to teach them in your lessons
  • Develop critical and creative thinking skills that allow you to evaluate learners’ needs and develop lesson plans that can meet those needs
  • Understand the importance of reflection and ways you can critically reflect on your lessons and teaching skills to improve your teaching skills and the lessons you deliver

By successfully completing this course, you’ll enter the realm of Teaching English as a Foreign Language with a solid foundation. However, the real magic happens when you bring this learning into the classroom. That’s where you’ll genuinely grow into an effective English teacher. So, let’s embark on this journey, and may your classroom experiences be the key to unlocking your teaching potential!

We hope that you will make good use of the content, enjoy the course, and succeed in your new teaching career. Good luck and mabuhay!


Module 1 – An Introduction to TEFL, Theories & Techniques

In this module, each segment addresses distinct learner groups and professional contexts. Part 1 focuses on tailored methods for teaching children, exploring developmental psychology and engaging lesson strategies. Part 2 covers teaching strategies for adolescents, emphasizing motivation, cognitive development, and technology integration.

Module 2 – Classroom Management & Teaching Methods

In Module 2, each segment focuses on critical aspects of classroom management and effective teaching techniques. Part 1 delves into creating an ideal learning environment, covering strategies for behavior management and fostering a positive classroom culture. Part 2 offers an extensive exploration of diverse teaching methodologies within the TEFL context, empowering educators with versatile pedagogical approaches tailored to varied learner needs. From communicative methods to content-based instruction, educators gain comprehensive insights.

Module 3 – English Language Basics

This module concentrates on refining educators’ understanding and teaching of fundamental language components. Part 1, Punctuation, provides an extended exploration of the intricacies of English punctuation, equipping educators with a comprehensive understanding of its pivotal role in effective communication. Part 2, Grammar, offers an expanded examination of the rules and structures foundational to English grammar, empowering educators to effectively teach grammar concepts while addressing common challenges and misconceptions. Part 3, Verb Tenses, immerses educators in a deeper comprehension of verb tenses, enabling effective teaching methodologies to help learners master the temporal aspects of language.

Module 4 – Lesson Planning

This module intricately guides educators through the comprehensive process of effective lesson planning. Part 1, Lesson Pre-Planning, delves deep into the essential steps involved in preparing lessons, empowering educators with strategies for setting objectives, selecting materials, and designing activities that cater to diverse learner needs. Part 2, Lesson Structures, equips educators with a rich toolkit of instructional frameworks, spanning from the Presentation, Practice, Production (PPP) model to Task-Based Learning (TBL), fostering a deeper understanding of crafting engaging and comprehension-focused lessons.

Module 5 – Teaching Skills in Depth

This module provides educators with an extensive exploration of key language skills. Part 1 focuses on Vocabulary, equipping educators with strategies to enhance vocabulary retention and effective teaching methods, encompassing word meaning, collocations, and idiomatic expressions. Part 2 delves into Grammar teaching methodologies, addressing advanced structures and complex concepts while offering effective instructional strategies. Part 3 immerses educators in fostering Speaking and Listening skills, emphasizing interactive activities to enhance oral communication and listening comprehension. Part 4 deepens educators’ understanding of Phonology and Pronunciation, covering speech sounds, intonation, and effective strategies to tackle pronunciation challenges. Part 5 encompasses comprehensive approaches to teaching Reading and Writing skills, empowering educators with techniques to boost reading comprehension and writing proficiency across various genres and styles.

Module 6 – Reflection and Student Assessment

Module 9 focuses on self-improvement, assessment, and fostering a collaborative teaching environment. Part 1, Student Assessments, offers educators an extensive toolkit of assessment methodologies, encompassing diverse tools and strategies for effectively evaluating student progress, including formative and summative assessments. Part 2, Teacher Reflection, highlights the significance of self-reflection in teaching. Educators are guided through techniques for reflective practice, enabling continuous professional development and improvement.

Module 7 – Lesson Observation Videos

This module provides an invaluable learning opportunity through observation. Students gain insight into real-world teaching scenarios by watching lesson observation videos. These videos showcase diverse teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and effective communication strategies employed by experienced educators. Learners analyze these videos to grasp practical teaching approaches and gain inspiration for their own teaching practices. This hands-on observational learning enhances their understanding of teaching methodologies and enriches their teaching repertoire.

Module 8 – End of Course Assessment

This final evaluation consolidates the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course, providing learners with an opportunity to demonstrate their comprehensive understanding and application of TEFL concepts and practices. Learners will complete a whole-course quiz, lesson planning assignments, essay-based questions and video lesson observation reviews.