The International Teaching English as a Foreign Language (I-TEFL) Certificate can help you meet the challenges of teaching English as a Foreign Language anywhere in the world! Perfect for recent graduates, adults changing careers, retirees wanting to try something new, and English teachers whose first language is not English! All are welcome to apply! This professional certificate program is intended to be a solid professional training experience for instructors of English language learners in K-12 and adult settings worldwide.
I-TEFL is a 120-hour professional certificate, focusing on:
- Applying current language acquisition theory and research for teaching reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and integrated skills;
- Adapting current theories, research and practices to the target student population;
- Developing competence in lesson planning, classroom management skills and promoting student motivation;
- Exploring a wide range of language assessment methods;
- Attending guest workshops with experienced English language instructors;
- Engaging in teaching demonstrations and focused self-reflection;
- Creating a professional portfolio of lesson plans and a customized teaching philosophy;
- Conducting focused, reflective classroom observations and conversation facilitations;
- Building an international network of professional peers.
2014 Dates
January 6 - June 17: Evening Program. Classes are 6-9pm, Monday and Wednesday.
July 24 - August 22: Intensive Day Program. Classes are held Monday through Friday for about 6 hours each day.
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The I-TEFL Certificate is offered by the University of Washington's Professional & Continuing Education, and developed in partnership with the UW Department of English and the UW School of Education. Partnering with many global universities, the University of Washington is a trusted name around the world, owing to its high-quality programs and highly knowledgeable instructors.
