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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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CR

May 12, 2020

Simply amazing. Loved every single minute of it. I feel myself a much better teacher, I’ve learnt how to see resources to give a better class as well as offer my students better practices of learning.

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 Sarah F S

Feb 15, 2020

Hi dears ,

It was good and informative; I learned a lot from the course.

But I think it would be much better if we had had the review of the lecturers on our assignment at least one time during the course.

Thanks

By ADEMIR G D S

Jan 8, 2017

In the first week the course gave a bonus video called Teacher Talk. This could be gave for each week, a great lecture based on theories and techniques taught during the course, recorded from real world classes.

By Rebecca A

Dec 27, 2020

Lovely introduction to the principles of teaching language. I think a few more options in the peer review scoring would improve feedback for students. You get 10 points for an attempt and a really thorough job.

By Seema H a

Jan 21, 2024

I love the teachers they got me exacted to complete the course and everything was usefull clear and I love how they add lots of examples . They teach us how to teach so OfCourse they that is the best course

By John M

May 4, 2020

Good course and well presented. Mostly fairly common sense and straight forward. Very easy to pass. Could be a little more challenging perhaps but overall a good basic foundational course. Thanks very much.

By Tara J

Jul 24, 2016

Really fun and easy. The course was cleverly presented and I appreciated the emphasis on some of the notables in the field. It wasn't very challenging or it would have been five stars. Nice.

By Rafael d A G

Jan 27, 2020

It was incredible how many things I've learned and improved with this course. From the way I teach English to how to relate to my colleagues, it's undeniable I've learned a lot. Thank you!

By Marianne d H

May 18, 2021

I liked a lot of the video's using very concrete examples and making clear points to think about in teaching English. It is also nice to break down the art of teaching in small chuncks.

By Luis G

Nov 25, 2020

Enlightening! The only reason why I do not rate it 5 stars is because I believe there is always room for improvement, though I may not be the most suitable individual to identify it.

By Chloe B

Aug 11, 2019

The course itself is informative and helpful and I liked the quizzes, the peer graded assignments seem erroneous and it takes a long time for your submissions to be graded by anyone.

By Mas M M

Jun 8, 2020

Some quizzes have glitches and even though i've selected the correct answer, it showed that I was wrong until I have to retake it twice to only use the same answer and get it right.

By Dorina P

Dec 26, 2019

Love the layout and that I can work at my own pace! I do not like that I have to wait on other people to grade my writing responses though. Other than that I have learned a lot!

By Abdullah

Nov 29, 2016

thanks for every thing , the most thing i loved in this course is to not being an actor , and i hope you to find a more better way to activate students and teacher communication

By Perla L

Oct 12, 2020

Excellent course. I´ve learned a lot in this course and I am going to carry on until I obtain the TESOL certificate from the Arizona State University some day. Thanks a lot.

By Edward M

Nov 24, 2020

Thank you for the teachning techniques and the perspectives on learning that you have shared. I appreciated the experience and look forward to continuing on this journey!

By Achraf A

Mar 30, 2020

It was really a great experience for me, so much helpful information and tools that can help new teachers. Thanks to all the Doctors and the staff for making this course.

By Jamie L D

Aug 12, 2019

I really enjoy the content of this course and the layout. The course is easy to follow and the layout makes it easy to stay on track. The course is fun and intriguing!

By Andrew N

Aug 8, 2016

I found this course very good for new teachers, but a little repetitive for experience teachers. Still, a great course implemented with knowledge and enthusiasm.

By Adriana M

Jun 19, 2017

O curso é bem fraco para pessoas que já tenham conhecimento em ensino de inglês como língua estrangeira, porém possui pontos fortes para quem está começando.

By Ana I H O

Mar 30, 2018

It gives a great introduction to language teaching! The only thing I think could make it better is to add more challenging questions to the weekly quizzes.

By Sarah G

Dec 27, 2018

It would have been a five star review if all the assignments weren't the same :( It gets boring doing the same thing over and over and over again!

By GONG L

Mar 24, 2016

The same reason with course 2 . This course is perfect . I would recommend this one to my friends if any one needs it . But not friend around me

By Cora L

Sep 9, 2017

This was a good class. The peers gave good feedback. It was a basic class that could be taken by someone who did not have classroom experience.

By Sharon

Jan 19, 2018

I found Course 1 of the 4 courses to be of great benefit, not only to teaching English - but to teaching, supporting, and learning in general.

By Hector S

Nov 26, 2018

I loved the course. I think it gives very applicable advice to those of us who want to teach English as a second language.

Thank you Coursera.