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Centre for English Language Teaching, University of York UK
MA in TEACHING ENGLISH TO YOUNG LEARNERS (by distance)
The Centre for English Language Teaching, Department of Educational Studies, University of York, was the first University in the UK to run this highly specialised and internationally acclaimed distance learning MA in TEYL. The MA in TEYL is a two-year study programme comprising eight multimedia self-study modules, plus participation in an annual Preparatory Course which can be followed face-to-face or online.
The face-to-face Preparatory Course will be delivered three times a year in three different centres - in 2008 the face-to-face courses will be held:
 during July in York, UK
 during November/December in Singapore
In Spring 2009 we are also hoping to start delivery in Vancouver, Canada; please contact us if you would like further details about this.
The online Preparatory Course, starting each February, is available for those unable to attend any of the face-to-face Preparatory Courses.
Study on the programme is carried out by following detailed and supported modules, plus close 1:1 supervisory support by distance. Students are supplied with CD’s of these modules at the beginning of each year of the programme.
Assessment is by way of eight module assignments, some of which require the carrying out of small-scale classroom-based research projects. Emphasis within the programme is on the linking of theory and practice, making extensive use of material from authentic classes. Students can choose to focus on one of the following age groups for individual assignments: 6-11 years, 11-16 years, or 6-16 years.
For further information contact:
MA Programme Administrator,
CELT, Vanbrugh College, University of York, York, YO10 5DD, UK
Telephone: +44 1904 433688
Fax: +44 1904 432481
Email: celt-teyl@york.ac.uk
Website: www.york.ac.uk/celt/teyl/ma_teyl.htm
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Telephone: +44 (0)1904 433688
Fax: +44 (0)1904 432481
Email: celt-teyl@york.ac.uk
Web: http://www.york.ac.uk/celt/teyl/ma_teyl.htm
England
International House London
As an educational trust, International House London aims to raise standards of language teaching worldwide and foster international understanding through education.
Through offering a wide range of innovative and practical TESOL courses designed for the training and development of language teachers, International House has been meeting these aims for 45 years.
International House London is the headquarters of the International House World Organisation, a network of over 120 schools in 43 countries which offers job opportunities to many trainees who wish to develop a career in ELT or travel the world teaching English.
Every year more than 2,500 teachers attend courses run by International House Teacher Training.
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Telephone: +44 (0) 207 611 2400
Fax: +44 (0) 207 117 4177
Email: infott@ihlondon.co.uk
Web: http://www.ihlondon.com
England
Marjon Plymouth
2-week courses in July/August 2007 in Teacher Development, Trainer Development, CLIL (Content & Language Integrated Learning), Using Europe as a Learning Environment, The World of Agriculture. Also English Language Summer School, free tuition on Professional Development course for teacher accompanying group of 10+ students.
Marjon International is accredited by the British Council. Our courses for Teachers and Trainers have all been recognised by the European Union as eligible for Comenius funding.
Our programme of short courses is greatly enriched by our trainers, experienced professionals who have taught and trained overseas and are familiar at first hand with many of our participants’ home contexts. Their wide experience as tutors will assure you of a challenging and rewarding professional learning experience.
We endeavour to build each course around participants’ needs and interests, and to maintain a balance between shared activities, time for structured reflection and short inputs targeted at relevant aspects of your learning experience. All this will be supported by handouts, articles for overnight reading and a bibliography for follow-up reference. Each course consists of 20 hours of contact time per week.
Our teaching rooms are modern and equipped with state-of-the-art hardware, including digital projectors, interactive whiteboards, Internet access and visualisers.
Participants have unlimited access to e-mail and the Internet, plus free membership of the College Library and Sports Centre (which includes an indoor heated swimming pool, a fitness suite, and tennis and squash courts).
Marjon is situated in Plymouth in South West England, a region of outstanding natural beauty which is famous for its breathtaking coastline and magnificent countryside. Many British people like to take their holidays in the South-West, which offers all kinds of recreational possibilities. Plymouth is a city surrounded on three sides by water. Dartmoor National Park lies at the College’s doorstep, as do all the benefits of Plymouth’s shops, cultural attractions and maritime heritage.
Plymouth has excellent road, rail, ferry and flight connections to London and beyond. There are also regular flights from Spain to the regional airports of Exeter and Bristol. There are regular ferry crossings to Plymouth from Santander.
More information on our website!
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Telephone: +44 1752 636821
Fax: +44 1752 636802
Email: mhall@marjon.ac.uk
Web: http://www.marjon.ac.uk/international
England
Norwich Institute for Language Education (NILE)
NILE - the Norwich Institute for Language Education - was established in 1995 by directors with extensive experience of ELT worldwide. It has an Advisory Board which is made up of ELT professionals with international reputations.
The capital of East Anglia and 160 kms from London, Norwich is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in England. Set in magnificent countryside, it has a university, two cathedrals, a castle, art galleries, museums, cinemas and theatres. A city of tradition, it is also a thriving modern commercial centre with an international airport and excellent transport links with London. NILE has course centres both in the city centre and on the university campus.
NILE was set up as a specialist teacher-development institute, to provide high-quality courses for teachers from all over the world. Since 2000 we have extended our range of work and now cover the following areas:
•Professional development programmes for EL teachers and trainers
•CELTA - Cambridge ESOL Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
•Modular MA courses for ELT professionals (in collaboration with Leeds Metropolitan University)
•BEC exam preparation courses by arrangement
•International ELT consultancy work
•Short courses, seminars and workshops worldwide
•One-to-one and executive language training
NILE has grown to become the biggest single provider of professional development courses for EL teachers and trainers in Europe. We were the first institute to be accredited by the British Council for the provision of teachers’ courses and all these courses qualify for Comenius funding. We are members of EnglishUK, members of IALC and an official examination centre for Cambridge exams. We are also one of the very few private UK organisations accredited to run courses offering qualifications up to Masters’ level.
Between 1995 and 2006 we have run hundreds of courses for participants from over 60 different countries. These courses have been both of the open-enrolment type, and the closed-group, tailor-made variety, specially designed for education ministries, institutions and companies worldwide. We intend to continue the NILE success story by offering new programmes both to meet and to stimulate new demand.
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Telephone: +44 (0)1603 664473
Fax: +44 (0)1602 664493
Email: sarah@nile-elt.com
Web: http://www.nile-elt.com
England
University of Essex
Professional Development Courses for Teachers of English
The International Academy at the Essex University offers postgraduate qualifications for experienced teachers at MA, Diploma and Certificate levels. The programmes are based on credits.
MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
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Telephone: +44 1206 872217
Fax: +44 1206 873107
Email: dilly@essex.ac.uk
Web: http://www.essex.ac.uk/eltc
Ireland
University of Limerick Language Centre
Teachers from all over the world have benefited from courses run by the University of Limerick Language Centre. Our Summer Programme courses for teachers attract EU (Comenius) grant funding. The trainers are experts in their fields and present varied topics of interest to all teachers. Participants can also enjoy the services and amenities of our beautiful green campus located on the banks of the River Shannon.
The campus sports facilites include a 50-metre swimming pool, diving pool, playing fields and a state-of-the-art gynnasium.
Music, art and culture are also well represented at the University of Limerick with the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance and Irish Chamber Orchestra based there.
There are also numerous art collections to be enjoyed while on campus. Accommodation in on-campus student villages (of at least 3-star hotel quality) or in local host families is offered.
Founded by the Vikings over 1000 years ago, Limerick is a most interesting and attractive place to spend a couple of weeks. A city of many contrasts, Limerick's recent programme of urban renewal has managed to successfully blend the modern with the historic. It offers many cultural attractions, including cinema, theatre, museums, concerts and a wide variety of sports amenities. In their free time, students can also enjoy the lively atmosphere in traditional pubs, discos and restaurants. Most importantly, the exceptional friendliness of the people ensures that students feel welcome and get maximum benefit from their course.
It would be difficult to imagine a better or more central location from which to explore the many attractions of the West of Ireland. Outstandingly beautiful lakes and hills and the splendour of the Atlantic Ocean are all just a short drive from Limerick. A visit to this vibrant city will ensure a memorable stay for the international student.
During our Summer Programme, a number of free exursions are offered to each course participant such as a walk around Limerick's Historic Centre with a local historian, Noel Curtin and a full-day excursion at the weekend to a place of natural beauty in the vicinity of Limerick.
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Telephone: 00 353 61 202 777
Fax: 00 353 61 202 753
Email: language.centre@ul.ie
Web: http://www.ul.ie/languagecentre
Spain
Hanna Languages
Serveis Lingüístics Penedes offers a totally free personalised service to teachers of english in Spain. Find best courses in England, Ireland, Malta. All courses are elegible for funding under Life Long Learning Programme. Ask for new Inforteach Coursefinders 2007. Contact Jonathan Hanna for details. Representives for all Spain Contact us. [ « hide ] [ show all » ]
Telephone: 938 924 428
Fax: 938 920 526
Email: spain@inforteach.com
Web: http://www.inforteach.com
