Train the Trainer ONLINE and Get a Micro-credential at Lakehead University 🇨🇦 English Language Centre

English has become the universal language for communication in various fields, such as education, business, and technology. Consequently, the demand for the mastery of this language for various purposes, namely for everyday communication, communication for technical purposes, for research publication purposes and/or networking in academic contexts, has significantly increased. However, teaching English to non-native speakers or using it in the previous contexts can be challenging as it requires specialized knowledge and abilities to facilitate an environment that allows learners to successfully develop their language skills and/or effectively communicate in different settings. 

To this end, there are 3 different Train the Trainer courses which learners can choose from: Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), and Intensive English Program for Professionals (IEPP).

1.Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL): Target Audience   ◀CLICK

●Aspiring TEFL teachers and educators seeking a career change

●Experienced educators looking to specialize in English language instruction

●International travellers interested in teaching English abroad

●Anyone passionate about teaching and cross-cultural communication.

2.Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL): Target Audience    ◀CLICK

●Teachers and educators interested in incorporating CLIL into their teaching practices

●Language instructors seeking to enhance language proficiency through subject-based content

●Curriculum developers and educational leaders exploring innovative pedagogical approaches

●Anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of CLIL and its impact on education.

3.Intensive English Program for Professionals (IEPP): Target Audience    ◀CLICK

●Professionals from diverse industries aiming to enhance their English language skills

●Business executives, managers, and team leaders seeking effective global communication

●International students and expatriates preparing for English-speaking work environments

●Anyone interested in refining their English language proficiency for career growth and global opportunities.

Duration:

4 weeks

4 hours/week synchronous + 3 hours/week asynchronous

TOTAL: 28 hours

Start date:

●Monday, March 4, 2024 (Apply by February 2, 2024)

Earn a Micro-credential

Participants will receive a Micro Credential Certificate from the Lakehead University’s English Language Centre and Community Zone. Micro-credentials provide a pathway for students to acquire targeted skills, enhance their employability, and demonstrate their expertise in specific areas. Participants will be able to use this certificate to demonstrate the value of a program supported by a nationally recognized Canadian university.

What Participants Will Gain

●A dynamic, interactive, and hands-on online learning experience designed to engage and prepare participants for success.

●Synchronous group work and opportunities to share insights with classmates.

●Guidance from expert instructors in English language teaching and methodologies.

●Our English instructors hold a TESL degree, accrediting and authorizing them to teach English as a second language.

●The English Language Centre is a member of Languages Canada, an organization that regulates and monitors the quality of English programs offered at various institutions in Canada.

●Delivery through a blend of technology:

●Utilizing Lakehead University's learning platform, Desire2Learn (D2L).

●Live lessons conducted via Zoom.
●Convenient schedule for flexibility.

●Detailed formative feedback provided on assignments.

●Access to Lakehead University’s online library resources.

If you have any questions about the Program, reply to this email or contact:

Lilliana Lopez llopez@lakeheadu.ca