How to Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

About This Course

TEFL Essentials: Teaching English as a Foreign Language is a comprehensive introduction to the field of TEFL.

It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of TEFL, the different approaches to TEFL, the needs of English language learners, and how to plan and deliver effective TEFL lessons.

In short, easy-to-follow video lectures, you'll learn everything you need to start teaching English to foreign language speakers.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will understand how English is taught to speakers of other languages and be able to plan your own English language lessons.

You will learn the background and theories of teaching English as a foreign language and become equipped with the knowledge you need to better understand and teach English language learners.

September 2024 New Lecture Update: How to plan lessons with AI

This newly added lecture shows you step-by-step how to plan English language lessons with ChatGPT. You'll learn how to use AI to enhance your lesson planning, plan full lessons, and adaprt lesson plans fo different levels and ages.

2023 Update: Now includes 21 PowerPoint Games & Activities for Teaching English

You'll learn how to use a variety of games & activities with students of all ages and levels. Each game and activity includes a PowerPoint download so that you can use them in both online and face-to-face lessons.
Who this course is for:
Native-level English language speakers who want to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) abroad
Those who are preparing for CELTA or an intensive, face-to-face English course and wish to get a head start
Those already teaching English who wish to refresh their knowledge of English language teaching
Those intending to volunteer as an English teacher