TEACHER TRAINING CENTRE
About The Teacher Training Centre
The first teacher training course in the world was run in 1962 at IH London. It was known as IH Certificate - the qualifications in the teaching of English as a foreign language to adults. It became famous and did much to establish EFL as a recognised discipline. The IH courses became the blueprint for Royal Society of Arts (RSA) who administered the certificate from 1977 to 1988 and thus it became widely known as the "RSA". In 1988 the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES) took over responsibility for the administration of the certificate and it was renamed the Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Adults (CTEFLA). In 1996 it was updated and re-named the CELTA.
Our schools in Katowice and Wrocław offer a range of Cambridge Teaching Awards courses, from Cambridge CELTA (IH Katowice and IH Wrocław), Modular DELTA (IH Wrocław) and YL extension courses (IH Katowice), to specialised courses in areas such as Teaching English for Business (IH Wrocław), IHCYL - IH Certificate in Teaching Young Learners (IH Wrocław), Skills for Directors of Studies (IH Wrocław) and Neurolinguistic Programming – NLP (IH Wrocław)
We offer competitive prices and great discounts for early applicants and returning customers.
About courses
CELTA
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
Who is the course for?
This full-time four-week pre-service training qualification is intended for those without previous experience who wish to enter ELT and for teachers with some experience who have no formal training. Success in the CELTA has enabled many candidates to obtain their first teaching position and has long been considered the basic requirement for teaching English to adults in private sector schools worldwide. The course is highly regarded by employers around the world as providing sound, initial training.
Course Content
There are 3 hours of input each day followed by supervised lesson planning, teaching practice (6 hours during the whole course) and feedback on teaching practice. Participants are also required to observe experienced teachers (6 hours during the whole course). Input involves demonstration and discussion of teaching techniques and principles, evaluation of materials and language analysis. Extensive use is made of group discussion and co-operative learning. Specific course content includes:
• learners and teachers in the teaching and learning context, language analysis and awareness,
• language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing,
• planning and resources for different teaching contexts, developing teaching skills and professionalism.
This course is intensive - participants are strongly advised to have no other commitments during the program.
Assessment
Assessment is mainly by continuous assessment of teaching practice. There are also four assessed written assignments.
What will I get at the end of the course?
At the end of the course successful candidates receive a grade (Pass A, Pass B or Pass). In addition to the certificate validated by Cambridge, the centre provides an individual report on progress.
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YL ext. to CELTA
Young Learners Extention to Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
Who is the course for?
This full time two-week (10 days) extension course is intended for those who have little or no previous experience of teaching young learners but have previously been awarded the CELTA. It enables to develop the skills and knowledge from your CELTA course and transfer them to the young learner teaching environment. Ideal candidates should:
• have a standard of education equivalent to that required for entry into higher education,
• be aged 20 or over and have a standard of English which will enable them to teach at a range of levels.
NOTE: Candidates who do not hold a CELTA qualification can take the IHCYL course.
Course content
• 50 contact hours between candidates and the course tutors including: input, tutorial support, supervised lesson planning,
• 4 hours assessed teaching practice per candidate supervised by a course tutor,
• 6 hours directed observation of live young learner lessons taught by experienced ELT professionals or four hours observation of live lessons plus two hours observation of lessons on video,
• feedback on teaching practice, peer observation of teaching practice,
• 25 additional learning hours for reading, research and assignment writing and lesson preparation.
This course is intensive - participants are strongly advised to have no other commitments during the program.
There are two grades:
Pass or fail. Successful candidates will receive an updated CELTA certificate stamped with an endorsement for the YL course. In addition, this centre provides a report indicating level of achievement in specific areas.
Assessment
Assessment is mainly by continuous assessment of teaching practice. There are also two assessed written assignments.
What will I get at the end of the course?
Successful candidates are issued with an endorsement certificate confirming the additional award of the Young Learner extension.
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IHCYL
IH Certificate in Teaching Young Learners
Who is the course for?
This two week full time intensive course is designed for teachers who have some experience or initial training in teaching adults, but who wish to adapt their skills to teaching younger age groups. Successful applicants will already need to have a qualification such as the Cambridge CELTA, Trinity TESOL Cert or other equivalent initial training such as a certificate from a Polish Teacher Training College.
NOTE: This course is accredited by International House London, and not Cambridge. Those who hold a CELTA certificate may be interested in taking the Cambridge CELTYL instead - see separate page.
Course Content:
- Child development and implications for teachers
- Planning for Effective Teaching of Young Learners
- Classroom management Skills for teaching Young Learners
- Teaching Procedures and Techniques for Young Learners Classes
- Resources and materials for teaching and testing Young Learners
- Professional Development for teachers of Young Learners
- Dealing with Parents
- Teaching Very Young Learners
As with the Cambridge CELTYL, the course consists of a combination of input, assessed teaching practice and written assignments. On this course, there are two compulsory written assignments, and a third optional post-course assignment.
There are three grades: distinction, pass and fail. Successful candidates will receive a certificate endorsed by IH London, which states attendance and course content, along with a report indicating level of achievement in specific areas.
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DELTA
Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults
Who is the course for?
The Cambridge Diploma is the most prestigious and widely recognised British qualification in TEFL. It is intended for candidates who have substantial experience of teaching EFL either in the UK or abroad. Entry candidates are normally expected to be graduates or to have qualified teacher status. Some basic EFL training, for example the CELTA or its equivalent, is considered essential. As a rough guide, two years broad and full-time experience of teaching adult classes is the minimum prerequisite in terms of teaching experience.
The Delta Modules
From October 2008, Delta became available as three separate Modules. Candidates may take one, two or all three of them and a separate certificate will be issued for each.
Module One: Understanding Language Skills for Teaching
This module looks at the theories behind how people learn languages and how they are taught.
Assessment: via a written examination.
Module Two: Developing Professional Practice
This module looks at the theory and practice of teaching and the different ways that environment, society and culture affect the way that it works.
Assessment: via a portfolio of coursework, including observed lessons, background written assignments, and one externally-assessed lesson.
Module Three: Extending practice and English language teaching specialisation
Assessment: via an extended written assignment.
Further information about Delta Modules:
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/teaching-awards/delta-modular.html#one
Frequently Asked Questions about the Delta Modules:
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/exams-info/faqs/delta-modular.html
The Delta Modules course at IH Wroclaw:
1. INTENSIVE SUMMER COURSE- FACE TO FACE:
The summer intensive DELTA course at International House Wroclaw integrates Modules One and Two and gives some general information about preparation for Module Three. Course participants can choose to enter for assessment of one, two or all three Modules. This course is also suitable for Module 2 ONLY candidates!
Syllabus: The course aims to ensure a balance between the demands of practical application and understanding of the theoretical background. As well as a detailed consideration of key theoretical issues, it includes classroom observation and supervised teaching practice.
Course Design: The course is full-time and lasts eight weeks with a daily schedule of three hours’ input and two hours teaching practice. The work load is heavy and candidates are advised not to take on commitments that might prejudice their chances of participating fully in the course.
Course Details:
Dates: 2nd July - 24th August 2012
Course fee: GBP 1650 or the equivalent in PLN, EUR or USD
This does not include the Cambridge ESOL examination fee for the Modules. Each module has a different fee. Cambridge change these every year. At the moment the fees are as follows:
- Module 1: GBP 100
- Module 2: GBP 120
- Module 3: GBP 70
Form of payment:
A deposit of GBP 550 is required on acceptance in order to secure a place on the course. The balance of GBP 1100 is due three weeks before the start date of the course at the latest.
The Cambridge ESOL examination fee for Module 2 should be paid together with the balance of the course fee. The examination fees for Modules 1 and 3, if applicable, can be paid later.
Note that deposits are non-refundable.
Candidates who did their CELTA at our centre are entitled to a discount of GBP 50.
Accommodation: the centre provides help with accommodation. (approx 2200 PLN for 8-week period)
2. MODULE 1 ON-LINE COURSE:
Module 1 focuses on language awareness, methodology and teaching resources. Course participants have access to an e-learning platform which contains all study materials and allows communication with the tutors and other course participants. The work on the course involves reading, writing, self-study, on-line discussions and exam practice.
Dates: 20.02 - 25.05.2012 and Autumn 2012 (12 weeks) Course fee: GBP 450
3. MODULE 3 ON-LINE COURSE:
Course fee: GBP 295 for candidates taking summer intensive course with us
GBP 345 for outside candidates
Dates: Spring 2012 and Autumn 2012 (10 weeks) or on demand.
For more information including details of application and payment procedures contact:
Teacher Training Centre
International House
ul. Leszczynskiego 3
50-078 Wrocław, Poland
Tel/Fax: (+48 71) 3723 698 or 7817 293
e-mail: ttcentre@ih.com.pl
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