Introduction to TEFL Course
Going abroad for work or volunteering?

Prepare yourself with Twin’s "Introduction to Teaching English as a Foreign Language" – only ONE weekend.

Since 1995 Twin Group has built up a reputation as one of London’s most dynamic training providers. One of our newest courses on offer to meet the needs of people seeking Work & Travel opportunities is the Introduction to TEFL course.

In just one weekend we will introduce you to the skills needed to find paid teaching work in language schools aboad.

Why is our weekend Introduction to TEFL course your best option?

• A direct route to securing work aboard
• A fun learning environment with experienced EFL teachers
• CV development and job search support
• Ongoing e learning advice and support

2 & 3 day Introduction to TEFL course

Standing up in front of a class is like being put on a stage in front of an audience. If you are not sure of what you are doing it can be very daunting. What should be a rewarding experience can often degenerate into a lesson that is less than satisfactory, leading to loss of confidence, a bruised ego, and anxiety between working days.

So don’t be unfair on yourself…...

More importantly, don’t be unfair on your students by subjecting them to unprepared and uninformed teaching.

Our 2 day Introduction to TEFL Course will give you confidence to walk into the classroom well prepared, so that both you and your students feel a sense of satisfaction and achievement when the lesson concludes.

Our syllabus is taught in a clear and accessible manner, concentrating on practical aspects of lesson planning, classroom management, language and structure, choice of materials, error correction, and proof of learning. These essential components give you the foundation necessary for successful and enjoyable teaching.

In addition, our pre-course tasks are designed to improve trainees’ knowledge of language and grammatical structure prior to the course. They also save valuable course contact time and ensure maximum advantage can be taken from each training session.

If you decide to take Twin’s 3 day Introduction to TEFL courses you will gain valuable experience from observation of experienced teachers as well as personal teaching practice with Twin Group overseas students. We also equip you with a leaving pack of resources including Observation Lessons, which will help you to demonstrate the required competence within the classroom, to future employers.

So, whether you are taking a gap year before or after university, a career break, or embarking on a whole new life of travelling and teaching, we here at Twin will help you to hit the ground running!

2 day Introduction to TEFL Course Outline

Everything you need to find paid English teaching jobs abroad.

• Introduction to TEFL in just 2 days
• Practical teaching experience in London, Eastbourne or Salisbury
• Experienced tutors
• Introduction to methodology
• Ongoing e learning support

Day One

Morning: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

• Overview: An introduction to good teaching and what makes a lesson successful. This will include observation of teaching to show how theory works in practice.
• Language Awareness (pre-course task 1)
• Classroom Management (pre-course task 2)

Afternoon: 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm

• Lesson Structure: ESA (engage, study, activate); PPP (presentation, practice, production).
• Lesson Planning
• Lesson Aims & Objectives
• Lesson Preparation for a Grammar based lesson: Guided by the Trainer
• Teaching Practice 1
• Feedback

Day Two

Morning: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

• Why have fun in the classroom? Ice Breakers, Games, Fillers.
• Teaching skills-based lessons:
  • Receptive Skills (reading and listening
  • Productive Skills (writing and speaking)
• Authentic Material Usage (pre-course task 3)
• Error Correction: when to correct, and correction techniques.

Afternoon: 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm

• Phonology Introduction. (pre-course task 4)
• Guided lesson planning for Skills based lesson
• Teaching Practice 2
• Feedback

3 Day Introduction to TEFL Course Outline

Repeat days 1 and 2 plus one weekday as follows:

Morning: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

• Observation of teachers - teaching students in real-time.
• Lesson Preparation for a Skills or Grammar-based lesson

Afternoon: 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm

• Teaching Practice: lessons prepared in the morning will be taught to Twin Group overseas students.
• Feedback of Teaching Practice
• Conclusion and guidance through Leaving Pack

Why do a Weekend TEFL course?

This intensive course is, fun and interactive and covers all skills and teaching techniques required for teaching English to non native English speakers. Teaching techniques including effective lesson planning and lesson delivery, basic grammar skills and classroom management are all covered, in addition you will receive clear practical guidance on how to deliver your first lessons.

• “Real” practical teaching experience
• Experienced EFL teachers
• Fun and interactive classroom based lessons
• Locations in London, Eastbourne and Salisbury
• Twin end of course Certificate

Is the Twin TEFL course right for you?

To join the Weekend TEFL course you should have:

• An up to date CRB certifiate or signed declaration stating no criminal records are held against you
• Native or near-native English fluency
• A minimum age of 17
• A desire to teach people English worldwide

Non-native speakers should have a reasonable standard of English, i.e. a level equivalent to Cambridge Advanced (CAE) or IELTS 7.5.
No academic qualifications are required – just a desire to teach!

What is the Grammar Awareness module?

A short optional online module which covers key aspects of English Grammar providing expert advice on how best to teach this complex subject to students worldwide. An invaluable addition to any TEFL teachers skill set.

Grammar, to the native English speaker is an almost instinctive skill and comes naturally to native English speakers, but it can be a tough subject to teach and can at times be described as “boring”! This course is specifically designed to break down the complexities of English grammar, so you can effectively communicate the key principles to your students with ease.

This optional 20-hour online course re-introduces you to the fundamental structures and concepts that underpin the English language and will effectively prepare you to teach these same lingual models to your students.

“It has made me really look at English grammar and I'm getting to grips with it! Doing the course has increased my confidence in being able to teach English as a foreign language.“ Mrs Jane Riverton

This short course will help you appreciate the importance of grammar and enable you to create and deliver lessons that will bring any subject to life.

Course Breakdown

• The basics of Grammar (5hrs approx)
• The sounds of English (5hrs approx)
• The functions of English (5hrs approx)
• The tenses of English (5hrs approx)

Course Fees

• 2 day course: £199
• 3 day course: £239