Course Content

The online TESOL certification program at Anaheim University is designed for teachers, teachers in preparation or intending teachers. It offers a practical introduction to language teaching and links practice to theory and research. The program offers students the opportunity of developing a solid pedagogical foundation through instruction in the following areas:

1. Language teaching methodology
2. Listening
3. Speaking
4. Reading
5. Writing
6. Pronunciation
7. Vocabulary
8. Grammar
9. Discourse
10. Content-based instruction
11. Using coursebooks
12. Computer-assisted language learning
13. Learning styles and strategies
14. Learner autonomy in the classroom
15. Classroom-based assessment

Online Resources

• Online discussion forum
• Video webcasts
• Online quizzes
• Student Services and TechSupport
• Alumni Association
• Alumni Store

Duration:

• 15 weeks x 6 hours per week = 90 hour course

Weekly Study Format:

• 60 min. video lecture (watching lecture, taking notes and reflecting on notes)
  
• 60 min. background reading
• 120 min. preparation of responses to discussion questions and tasks
• 90 min. discussion board
• 30 min. online quiz

TOTAL: 6 hours per week
Note: All above times are approximate

Evaluation:

• A grade of Pass or Fail is awarded at conclusion of the program. Those who have successfully completed this non-credit course will be awarded a TESOL certificate.