“Getting students to talk’ is the major and one of the most difficult tasks confronting any teacher of languages.” – Professor Christoph N. Candlin.
Enhancing Communication in the English Language Classroom
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Course Summary
“Getting students to talk’ is the major and one of the most difficult tasks confronting any teacher of languages.” – Professor Christoph N. Candlin.
This course is designed for English teachers who want to enrich their teaching practice by exploring innovative strategies for enhancing communication in the classroom.
The course focuses on practical classroom activities and resources that will provide participants with a refreshing variety of teaching techniques for the classroom.
Course Goals
The course aims to provide the participants with opportunities to refresh their methodology as well as share ideas on teaching practice and gain confidence in their own teaching methodology.
As a result of attending this course, the participants will feel more knowledgeable and confident in their daily teaching once all the activities are directed to motivate students to communicate.
Learning outcomes:
Creative ideas to make your classes livelier and more interactive;
Enhance participants’ knowledge, skills and competencies relating to their work practice;
Transfer and share core values, experiences and effective teaching practices with other teachers and colleagues;
Practical activities for teaching challenging classes;
Provide teachers with an insight into Porto culture and heritage;
- Promote intercultural awareness;
- Facilitate experience and cultural exchanges between European participants and Portuguese teaching personnel, which results in a fruitful international experience;
- Develop social and soft skills;
- Identify and share good practices that can be implemented at a local level.
Daily Program
DAY 1
• Welcome Session: dinner, icebreaking
• Meet & greet, networking - participants and staff
• Week briefing & planning
DAY 2
• Needs analysis and goal
setting
• The importance of
communication when learning
a foreign language
• Addressing Motivation and
confidence: the use of games
DAY 3
• An insight into Interpersonal
communication
• Intercultural learning
DAY 4
• Exploring literature
• Cooperative storytelling
• Films and songs
• Field project
DAY 5
• Art in the classroom
• Role play
• The internet
DAY 6
• Group work
• Presentations
• Course roundup & review
• Learning outcomes' validation
• Certification Ceremony
Note
The daily schedule/ program describes likely activities but may differ based on the trainer's discretion and objectives.
Classes are scheduled for either the morning or afternoon, based on the provider's preference.
If there's a particular topic you wish to cover, please mention it no later than 1 month in advance.
Please note that the course may have participants from various school levels and English proficiency.
Pricing
🍷porto
580 € / participant
- Welcome Kit
- Quality Daily Program
- Welcome Session & Dinner
- Cultural Activities
- Daily Coffee Break
- Logistics & Admin. Support
- Full Daily Assistance
- Erasmus+ Documentation
- Certification Ceremony
Costs can be supported with a Key Action grant under the Erasmus+ Program. Our pricing policy follows the official regulations on transparent costs.
Course fee: 580 euros per participant (6-day course).
What is Included? Find all details listed inside the information box.
More About Our Services
Welcome Kit
with goodies and materials from Learning Together’s Team
Quality Daily Program
designed by our innovative, experienced trainers
Welcome Session & Dinner
icebreaking while enjoying Portuguese delicacies
Social and Cultural Heritage Activities
enriching activities to foster cultural knowledge
Daily Coffee Break
to enjoy a morning break between peers and trainer
Organizational & Administrative Support
from the headquarters and LT staff
Full Daily Assistance
on-call+chat support throughout the whole week
Certification Ceremony
course documentation, validation, networking and farewell.
ENROLL NOW!
📝 Get the Program PDF HERE.
What is Course Status?
Always contact us first, before booking any flights or accommodation.
Planned
This session is a planned date and is open to enrollments.
Confirmed
This session/date is affirmed and will be held.
Language
English
Material Required
None
Documentation
Yes
Certificate
Yes
Location
On-site
Target Audience
Wide range of educational professionals across primary, middle and secondary schools, higher education, training centers, adult education schools and NGOs.
Certification
A Certificate of Attendance is issued to all participants who complete a minimum of 80% of the course.
2-Week Training
Join a second confirmed course for a 2-week mobility (enjoy a longer experience with a discount)! Contact us for more details or pre-register.
