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There are 6 modules in this course
In this course, you will learn ideas for teaching reading and writing courses, and how to include grammar instruction within them. Learn how to help students with differing types of reading problems and how to implement both intensive and extensive reading strategies. Learn strategies to engage students in the stages of writing--pre-writing, writing, and post-writing. Find out about different writing problems that students may encounter. Incorporate grammar through the use of noticing and input enhancement.
In this module, learners are introduced to some of the basic principles of reading, as well as three basic types of reading problems common in TESOL. Learners will gain insight into how to overcome these basic types of reading problems through a careful understanding of principles such as prediction, involvement, and authenticity.
What's included
9 videos5 readings4 assignments1 peer review
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9 videos•Total 62 minutes
Welcome Video•4 minutes
Video 1: Dorothy and 3 Types of Readers•5 minutes
Video 2: The Scarecrow Reader•7 minutes
Video 3: Tips for Scarecrows: Meet Ignorance with Information•11 minutes
Video 4: The Tin Man Reader•8 minutes
Video 5: Tips for Tin Men and Women: Meet Isolation with Involvement•7 minutes
Video 6: The Lion Reader•6 minutes
Video 7: Tips for Lion Readers: Meet Apathy with Intrigue•7 minutes
Video 8: Summary Video•6 minutes
5 readings•Total 50 minutes
Just a Note•10 minutes
Welcome Guide to the Teach English Now! MOOC•10 minutes
Reading on Whole Language vs. Phonics•10 minutes
Frequency and Academic Word Lists•10 minutes
The Wizard of Oz: Reading Activity Ideas•10 minutes
In this module, learners are introduced to two different types of reading strategies: extensive and intensive. Strategies for intensive reading, such as skimming and scanning, are introduced. Strategies for extensive reading, such as reading for pleasure and reading for connection are also discussed.
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5 videos2 readings3 assignments1 peer review
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5 videos•Total 35 minutes
Video 1: Meet Coach Hare•7 minutes
Video 2: Extensive Reading Techniques•9 minutes
Video 3: Meet Coach Tortoise•7 minutes
Video 4: Intensive Reading Techniques•7 minutes
Video 5: Summary Video•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
Reading: Excerpts from 100 TESOL Activities•10 minutes
The Tortoise and the Hare: Reading Activity Ideas•10 minutes
Overcoming Writing Difficulties: Hansel and Gretel, or How to Literally Get Out of a Jam
Module 3•4 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, learners are introduced to the writing process, with attention paid to pre-writing, writing, and post-writing activities. Learners also explore the concepts of recursion and appropriation.
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6 videos2 readings3 assignments1 peer review
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6 videos•Total 31 minutes
Video 1: Hansel, Gretel, and the Writing Witch•6 minutes
Video 2: Process Writing: Leaving Breadcrumbs•8 minutes
Video 3: Recursive Writing: Think Outside the Gingerbread House•3 minutes
Video 4: Allowing Revision and Avoiding Appropriation•6 minutes
Video 5: Breadcrumbs Followed•3 minutes
Video 6: Summary•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
Excerpts from 100 TESOL Activities: Writing Strategies•10 minutes
Hansel and Gretel: Writing Activities Ideas•10 minutes
Writing Techniques: Aladdin and the 1,000 Arabian Nights
Module 4•5 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, learners are given the opportunity to learn about strategies from good writers, in particular, how good writing is generated from reading, speaking, and critical thinking. Learners are also introduced to the six traits of writing, and the need to consider both voice and audience.
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5 videos3 readings3 assignments1 peer review
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5 videos•Total 43 minutes
Video 1: I Dream of Genie•8 minutes
Video 2: Good Writing Is...•9 minutes
Video 3: The Student Becomes the Master•10 minutes
Video 4: Strategies for Writing to an Audience, but for Yourself•7 minutes
Video 5: Summary Video•9 minutes
3 readings•Total 30 minutes
How to Create Voice in TESOL Writing•10 minutes
Example Outline•10 minutes
Writing Activities Ideas: Aladdin and the 1,000 Arabian Nights•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 80 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz (5Q's)•30 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz (5Q's)•30 minutes
Graded Checkpoint (10 Q's)•20 minutes
1 peer review•Total 120 minutes
Writing Prompt•120 minutes
The Princess and the Pea
Module 5•4 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, learners are given the opportunity to think about how to integrate grammar into a reading and writing class. Teachers are taught the principle of noticing, and the importance of noticing for both learner and instructor. Teachers are also taught about how to enhance input in order to help students notice, and hopefully, acquire language.
What's included
6 videos1 reading3 assignments1 peer review
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6 videos•Total 25 minutes
Video 1: The Importance of Integrating Grammar into Reading and Writing•4 minutes
Video 2: The Princess and the Pea (Part 1)•3 minutes
Video 3: Noticing Grammar Problems•3 minutes
Video 4: The Princess and the Pea (Part 2)•4 minutes
Video 5: Noticing and Input Enhancement•6 minutes
Video 6: Summary Video•5 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
Princess and the Pea Writing Activity Ideas•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 80 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz (5Q's)•30 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz (5Q's)•30 minutes
Graded Checkpoint (10 Q's)•20 minutes
1 peer review•Total 120 minutes
Writing Prompt•120 minutes
Assessment
Module 6•3 hours to complete
Module details
Watch the final review video to verify your understanding of the course material. Then proceed to the final checkpoint quiz.
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1 video1 assignment1 peer review
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1 video•Total 10 minutes
Video 1: Course Summary Video•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Final Checkpoint (25 questions)•30 minutes
1 peer review•Total 120 minutes
Micro Lesson•120 minutes
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I was afraid of this one (teaching reading and writing) but this course guided me through smoothly, providing step-by-step practices. Indeed I enjoyed it and gained confidence. Thanks!
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Reviewed on Mar 31, 2018
Another great course by the Teach English Now! team. I like their entertaining and informative approach and am able to put into practice techniques that I'm learning from this class.
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